Tarasa K. Quintanilla, NP-C
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
- Mission Heritage Medical Group and Affiliated Physicians
- St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group and Affiliated Physicians
- St. Jude Heritage Medical Group and Affiliated Physicians
Mission Heritage Laguna Niguel - Ocean Ranch
32341 Golden Lantern, Suite D, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
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About Tarasa K. Quintanilla
Tarasa Quintanilla, NP-C is a board-certified family nurse practitioner with Providence Mission Heritage Medical Group. She received her MSN from the University of Southern California. Her clinical areas of interest focuses on health promotion and disease prevention to enhance the total wellness of mind, body and spirit. Tarasa believes that patient centered care is the foundation of establishing a trusting and lasting provider to patient partnership. Besides her professional virtues, she enjoys spending time outdoors whenever possible and spending time with her family and friends as well as taking the opportunity to travel.
University of Southern California
- American Nurses Credentialing Center, Nurse Practitioner

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Teresa is absolutely OUTSTANDING!She is also caring/ thoughtful/ compassionate and a great Provider. Spent so much time with me explaining everything in such a humane way possible. She took so much time with me.I love Tarasa who I would DEFINITELY recommend to anyone. Though Dr Fu( whom we love so much for the past 20 years is our Primary , in a pinch I am happy to meet with sweet Tarasa. She is a WONDERFUL person all around. She is a great asset to the practice!On that note I want to talk about the AMAZING Front office girls who were as good as Tarasa.All of them were so kind/ thoughtful/ caring people who put me through as fast as they could.They are the true " faces" of this wonderful practice, who make us ALL feel so welcome and cared for. Keep up your AMAZING work by hiring genuine caring folks like Tarasa and the rest of the front office. They truly are a reflection of the service this Providence center offers and long standing Patients like us will not only recommend your office but continue to be your customers for life. God Bless you all for all you do in such a caring and compassionate way
Providence Patient
I had a positive experience and will definitely continue to seek medical services as needed from this provider.
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My care provider has consistently been professional, is knowledgeable, answers my questions and treats me well.
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Good
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Very knowledgeable provider
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Dr. Quintenella is my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE doctor- she explains everything to me and I highly recommend her. She takes the time to discuss my concerns
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Teresa is a very knowledgeable and compassionate provider. She takes the time to listen, makes you feel ar ease and really seems to care about her patients' well-being In a holistic way. I have actually never seen my primary care doctor because I really like Teresa and have great confidence in the care that I am being provided by her.
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Tarasa is the absolute best care provider!!!
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My provider is wonderful. She takes her time and listens to me.
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Yes I felt listened to by Tarasa Quintanilla! I'm confident that I am in good hands.
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Excellent service, did not fell rushed, very attentive , professional and I am very comfortable with her approach. She seems to be a very kind and considerate person.
Providence Patient
I love Teresa Q. And love this location so close to home.
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TARESA IS THE BEST
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Very pleased with both my Primary doctor and her NP. Grateful fir their care & concern.
Providence Patient
Tarasa is a patient and kind practitioner. Together we are able to communicate and understand each other concerning my medical issues
Providence Patient
She was very kind, professional and helpful.
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Ms. Quintanilla is thorough, attentive, genuinely interested, intelligent, and highly informed about the medical issues I needed to discuss. 100/100!
Providence Patient
Care and grace on all levels
Providence Patient
Taresa is a great asset to Providence and I have complete confidence in her. Mission Heritage overall is outstanding in my opinion.
Providence Patient
It was the first time I saw the named provider. I was very impressed with her knowledge pertaining to my health issue. She personally called me and talked to me about my test results. I will definitely continue seeing Tarasa at this office.
Providence Patient
Tarasa is wonderful
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Tarasa was great. I'm a new patient with Dr. Shahim who reportedly is out on medical leave.
Providence Patient
She was great!
Providence Patient
I am always well taken care of at this location.
Providence Patient
New np in office. Very nice
Providence Patient
Tarisa and her assistant were excellent. A very caring visit with her. Very knowledgeable & respectful. She listened to me.Highly recommend because of all the staff..
Providence Patient
I really liked the nurse practitioner I saw on my visit. In fact, I will request her in the future. She was thorough and professional, And genuinely appeared to care
Providence Patient
Tarasa and her nursing associate are a credit to Providence. Many thanks to both of you.
Providence Patient
Tarasa is always very caring, compassionate and takes time to answer all my questions and concerns. I never feel rushed and feel like she has a genuine interest in helping me proactively improve my overall health.
Providence Patient
Excellent
Providence Patient
Everything was great.
Providence Patient
My PCP's keep leaving...but this time I was able to get into the MD office at Golden Lantern and Del AvionWhich made me very happy!!!
Providence Patient
Professional, friendly, efficient
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I was treated with excellent respect and care.
Providence Patient
This clinician always provides good information and things to consider such as over the counter meds when appropriate.
Providence Patient
The NP was extremely considerate of my needs. She made me feel very comfortable in sharing. I am planning a follow-up in person, as my condition improved almost immediately after her recommendations.
Providence Patient
Tarasa Quintilla was excellent in providing care and supporting Dr. Zahra Shahim. Keep Up the Good Work! Blessings & Thank You!
Providence Patient
This was a terrific and helpful experience! Tarasa was very reassuring and helped me understand all of the results of a recent ER visit. I look forward to seeing her in the future.
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Friendly and polite care provider
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Excellent appoinent. Provider was friendly, attentive, and professional.
Providence Patient
It was fine !
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Excellent
Providence Patient
I was a little skeptical about seeing a PA instead of my doctor. Tarasa was excellent in every way possible.
Providence Patient
She was really good and listened and polite
Providence Patient
It was easy and I had a very good experience. The NP was very nice and very good
Providence Patient
I loved her. She was awesome!
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Extremely satisfied with the team and my care
Providence Patient
I was so impressed by the care and concern she showed. I wouldn't hesitate to contact or visit her again
Providence Patient
Great office
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I was really pleased with all aspects of my care. The staff are so respectful and kind. Tarasa made me feel very comfortable and welcome. My concerns were taken seriously and my care was individualized. I am really happy that I found this provider.
Providence Patient
Theresa Quintanilla RN practitioner and Dr Sarah Shahim are both excellent provider thorough and knowledgeable. Hats Off to Theresa Quintanilla a RN practitioner,super smart, she treated my illness right away with antibiotics felt well after the first dose.
Providence Patient
Tara's was not my scheduled provider. Tara's was above my expectations in every way. She reacted fast, sending me to ER, she was extremely empathetic and kind and I was able to relate to her easily under crisis.
Providence Patient
This was one of my best appointments, Theresa (PA) was fantastic. Great communication very Informative.
Providence Patient
Tarasa is very attentive, listens and showed empathy with my condition I'm dealing with.
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Everything is great. No problems.
Providence Patient
Very happy with this professional Doctors office, medical assistant and front desk were very helpful.
Providence Patient
I absolutely love Dr. Quentenilla
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Tarasa is THE BEST!!!!
Providence Patient
Teresa is always so positive, empathetic, and helpful. She makes me feel comfortable and well looked after.
Providence Patient
Very good experience
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Always personable and does an amazing job without feeling rushed. Truly a gem!
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Very knowledgeable, but also kind and empathetic.
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I am incredibly impressed with the care I received from Tarasa. She went above and beyond to ensure I got the necessary care, help, and answers I needed.
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Great Care
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She is amazing!
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I love this office, all the doctors, PA's, NP's, nurses and office staff. They are all amazing and I recommend them to everyone I know. Tarasa is one of a kind and one of the best providers I've ever had. It's hard as a woman to find doctors that understand health issues that are unique to women, and this office delivers.
Providence Patient
Everything was straight and to the point
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I really loved seeing Teresa! She listened to me, provided understandable and helpful info, including recommendations on something I briefly mentioned in my history that I didn't think was a big deal, and was overall great to talk to. I would 10/10 schedule all future visits with her
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Thanks for taking good care of me!
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Tarasa is the best!
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Tarasa was fantastic A great asset to your team.
Providence Patient
Tarasa is a breath of fresh air- I have had not great past visits and have experienced high turnover from this practice. Tarasa is the first one to display empathy and expressed general care. I know that our medical professionals are stretched thin, but Tarasa never made me feel like a nuisance, unlike 99% of my medical experiences I've had In the past few years.
Providence Patient
I really liked Tarasa. She was very thorough, friendly and spent time listening to me and asking questions
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Tarassa is very professional, very knowledgeable, very kind, empathetic and compassionate. One of the best I've seen ever!! I've seen close to a 1,000!
Providence Patient
I was able to get an appointment quickly & found the experience exactly what I needed
Providence Patient
I always feel like I am in good hands with Tarasa who is always thorough, takes time to answer my questions and I feel genuinely cares about my overall health and well being.
Providence Patient
Outstanding one on one conversation with this provider. She raised issues for discussion based on our conversation that were never thought of by her patient.
Providence Patient
Tarasa is wonderful!
Providence Patient
I simply cannot recommend Tarasa more highly! She is SO competent, highly intelligent, efficient, Informative, and truly listens intently to everything I had to say. She's kind, responsive, and full of knowledge. Your practice is very lucky and blessed to have her in their midst.
Providence Patient
Very good visit.
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Excellent
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All good
Providence Patient
Tarasa and the entire team were so knowledgeable, caring and respectful. Thank you all!
Providence Patient
Tarasa is very nice. She took enough time to answer my questions and wasn't rushed to see the next patient. I will make appointments with her in the future as needed. She is a compliment to this practice.
Providence Patient
My health care provider was exceptionally kind and concerned overall I felt like I received excellent care
Providence Patient
Tarasa is always insightful, responsive, empathetic and collaborative; character traits that-in my opinion- are crucial for educating and comfort of patients like me.
Providence Patient
We love Dr Fu and being able to see Tarasa was a definite PLUS!!! So kind and understanding!! She even called us personally 2 days later to check on me--which I had great results from her treatment pattern!! She and Dr Fu created the treatment together which worked out great!!!
Providence Patient
Tarasa K Quintanilla, whom I usually see, does a great job. Listens and understands my medical issues and gets me taken care of quickly. We review my meds, conditions and med treatment options. Both me and my wife see her and we agree, she pretty good. [Name(s)]
Providence Patient
Very good visit
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Excellent
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Tarassa Qiuntella is an excellent provider and. I would highly recommend her because she is professional, caring, knowledgeable and still has the ability to show empathy. Outstanding!
Providence Patient
Clinical Interests
- Abdominal Cramps
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Bowel Movement
- Abnormal Stool
- Abnormal Weight Loss
- Abrasion
- Acne
- Actinic Cheilitis
- Acute Arthritis
- Acute Back Pain
- Aging
- Alcohol Dependency
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergic Wheezing
- Allergies
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Anal Itching
- Anal Pain
- Anemia
- Angular Cheilitis
- Animal Bite
- Ankle Injury
- Ankle Instability
- Anorexia
- Anxiety
- Aphthous Ulcers
- Arm Pain
- Arm Weakness
- Arthralgia
- Asthma
- B12 Deficiency Anemia
- B12 Shots
- Back Injury
- Back Muscle Injury
- Back Muscle Pain
- Back Pain
- Back Spasm
- Bedbugs
- Behavioral Disorders
- Bereavement
- Bilateral Knee Pain
- Birth Control Counseling
- Birthmark
- Bleeding During Intercourse
- Bleeding Hemorrhoids
- Blister
- Blood In Stool
- Blurred Vision
- Breast Discharge
- Breast Examination
- Breast Lump
- Bright Red Blood Per Rectum
- Bronchitis
- Bruising
- Burns
- Camp Physicals
- Celiac Disease
- Cellulitis
- Cerumen Removal
- Chest Pain
- Chest Pain On Breathing
- Chlamydia
- Choking Sensation
- Cholesterol Disorders
- Cholesterol Management
- Chronic Abdominal Pain
- Chronic Cough
- Chronic Diarrhea
- Chronic Disease Management
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (Cfs)
- Chronic Kidney Disease (Ckd)
- Chronic Migraines
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Pain
- Claudication
- Cold Intolerance
- Cold Sore
- College Health
- Common Cold
- Concussion
- Concussion Testing
- Conduct Disorder
- Confusion
- Congenital Ear Deformity
- Conjunctivitis
- Constant Nausea
- Constipation
- Contact Dermatitis
- Coping Skills
- Cough
- Cradle Cap
- Cystitis
- Daytime Sleepiness
- Decrease In Appetite
- Decreased Libido
- Dehydration
- Dementia
- Depressed Mood
- Depression
- Dermatophytosis
- Developmental Assessment
- Diabetes Counseling
- Diabetes Education
- Diabetes Management
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetes Therapy
- Diarrhea
- Diet And Exercise
- Diet And Nutrition
- Diplopia
- Disability Evaluation
- Disorder Of Balance
- Distractible
- Diverticulitis
- Dizziness
- Drug Reaction
- Dry Nose
- Dry Scalp
- Dry Sinus
- Dry Skin
- Dyshidrosis
- Dysmenorrhea
- Dyspepsia
- Dysphagia
- Dysphoria
- Dyspnea On Exertion
- Dysuria
- Ear Discharge
- Ear Drainage
- Ear Exam
- Ear Infections
- Ear Pressure
- Earache
- Eating Disorders
- Eczema
- Elbow Pain
- Elbow Sprain
- Emphysema
- Employee Health
- Enlarged Prostate
- Environmental Allergies
- Epicondylitis
- Epigastric Pain
- Epistaxis
- Erectile Disorder
- Eructation
- Erythema
- Executive Physical Examinations
- Eye Infections
- Eye Pain
- Eye Strain
- Face Swelling
- Facial Nerve Palsy And Paresis
- Facial Pain
- Facial Tingling
- Falls
- Family Planning
- Fasciculations
- Fatigue
- Fecal Incontinence
- Feeding Problems
- Fever
- Fever With Chills
- Fibrocystic Breast Changes
- Fibromyalgia
- Finger Pain
- First Degree Burns
- Fitness For Duty Evaluations
- Flatulence
- Floaters
- Flu Shot Vaccination
- Folliculitis
- Food Allergy
- Food Poisoning
- Foot Injury
- Foot Pain
- Frailty
- Frequency Of Urination
- Frequent Urinary Tract Infections
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gastroenteritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
- General Well Visit
- Genital Herpes, Female
- Genital Herpes, Male
- Genital Warts
- Gluten Allergy
- Gluten Intolerance
- Gluten Sensitivity
- Gout
- Grave's Disease
- Grief
- Groin Mass
- Groin Pain
- Gum Infection
- Gynecological Exam
- Hand Injury
- Hand Pain
- Head Congestion
- Headache
- Health Maintenance
- Hearing Loss
- Heart Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Racing
- Heat Illness
- Heat Intolerance
- Heel Pain
- Hematochezia
- Hematuria
- Hemoptysis
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis
- Hepatitis A Vaccination
- Hepatitis B Vaccination
- Hernia
- Herpes
- Herpes Zoster
- Herpetic Whitlow
- Hip Pain
- Hirsutism
- Hoarseness
- Hot Flashes
- Human Bites
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus (Hiv)
- Human Papilloma Virus (Hpv)
- Human Papilloma Virus (Hpv) Vaccination
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypertension
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Impacted Cerumen
- Impetigo
- Infectious Mononucleosis
- Influenza
- Ingrown Hair
- Ingrown Nail
- Insect Allergy
- Insulin Resistance
- Intention Tremor
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Intertrigo
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Irregular Menstruation
- Irritability
- Itchy Ear
- Jaundice
- Jaw Pain
- Joint Sprain
- Joint Stiffness
- Joint Swelling
- Joint Warmth
- Keloid
- Keratin Cyst
- Keratitis
- Keratosis Pilaris
- Knee Click
- Knee Injury
- Knee Pain
- Labyrinthitis
- Laceration
- Lactose Intolerance
- Laryngitis
- Lateral Epicondylitis
- Lazy Eye
- Leg Numbness
- Leg Pain
- Leg Weakness
- Lethargy
- Lgbtq+ Health
- Lice
- Lifestyle Modification
- Lipomas
- Lower Back Pain
- Lump In Throat
- Lyme Disease
- Lymphadenopathy
- Malaise And Fatigue
- Mastodynia
- Measles Vaccination
- Medial Epicondylitis
- Memory Disorders
- Meningitis Vaccination
- Menopause
- Mens Health
- Migraine
- Migraine Treatment
- Minor Injury
- Missed Periods
- Mmr Vaccine
- Mood Symptoms
- Motion Sickness
- Mouth Bleeding
- Mouth Pain
- Mouth Ulcer
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Strain
- Muscle Tears
- Muscle Weakness
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Myalgia
- Nail Disease
- Nasal Congestion
- Nasal Obstruction
- Nausea
- Neck Muscle Injury
- Neck Pain
- Neck Sprain
- Neonatal Acne
- Nevus
- Newborn Care
- Newborn Feeding Problems
- Night Sweats
- Nightmares
- Nipple Discharge
- Noisy Breathing
- Norovirus
- Nose Pain
- Numbness
- Nutrition And Health
- Nutritional Counseling
- Obesity
- Odynophagia
- Optic Migraines
- Orthopnea
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otalgia
- Otitis
- Overweight
- Pain Management
- Palpitations
- Panic Reaction
- Pap Smear
- Paresthesia
- Paronychia
- Patellofemoral Syndrome
- Penile Bleeding
- Penile Discharge
- Performance Anxiety
- Persistent Cough
- Pertussis
- Pharyngitis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pleurisy
- Pleuritic Pain
- Pneumonia
- Pneumonia Vaccination
- Poison Ivy
- Poison Oak
- Polypharmacy
- Positional Vertigo
- Post Nasal Drip
- Postcoital Bleeding
- Prediabetes
- Preoperative Evaluation
- Preventive Medicine
- Problems With Smell And Taste
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Examination
- Prostate Specific Antigen Blood Test
- Pruritus
- Psychomotor Agitation
- Pulmonary Infections
- Pyelonephritis
- Rash
- Rectal Bleeding
- Rectal Pain
- Reproductive Health / Oral Contraception
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Retained Tampon
- Rhinitis
- Rosacea
- Scab
- Scabies
- Scaly Skin
- School Anxiety
- School Physical
- Sciatica
- Scratchy Voice
- Scrotal Pain
- Seasonal Allergies
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Secondary Enuresis
- Sensitive Skin
- Severe Asthma
- Sexual Health
- Sexually Transmitted Disease (Std)
- Shin Splints
- Shingles Vaccination
- Shortness Of Breath (Sob)
- Shoulder Injury
- Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Sprain
- Shoulder Strain
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sinus Pain
- Sinus Pressure
- Sinusitis
- Skin Abscess
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Skin Disease
- Skin Tag
- Skin Tag Removal
- Sleep Disorders
- Sleep Terrors
- Slowing Of Urinary Stream
- Smoker Cough
- Snoring
- Sore Throat
- Spider Bite
- Splinter Removal
- Sports Physical Exam
- Sports Related Concussion Testing
- Sprain
- Sputum Production
- Staphylococcus Infections
- Stomach Cramps
- Stomach Pain
- Stool Changes
- Straining On Urination
- Strep Throat
- Stress Incontinence
- Stridor
- Stye
- Substance Addiction
- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
- Suicidal Ideation
- Sunburn
- Suture Removal
- Swallowing Problem
- Syncope
- Tachycardia
- Teething
- Tension Headache
- Testicular Pain
- Throat Tightness
- Thumb Dislocation
- Thyroid Disorder
- Tick Borne Infections
- Tinea Capitis
- Tinea Corporis
- Tinea Cruris
- Tinea Pedis
- Tingling
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Cessation
- Tongue Pain
- Tongue Swelling
- Tracheobronchitis
- Travel Medicine
- Traveler's Diarrhea
- Tremor
- Tuberculosis (Tb) Test
- Twitching
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Unsteady Gait
- Upper Back Pain
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Urethral Discharge
- Urge Incontinence
- Urinary Hesitation
- Urinary Retention
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Urinary Urgency
- Urticaria
- Vaccinations
- Varicella
- Varicella Vaccination
- Vasovagal Syncope
- Vertigo
- Viral Conjunctivitis
- Virtual Care
- Visual Discomfort
- Visual Disturbance
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Vitamin Deficiency
- Voice Problems
- Vomiting
- Warts
- Weakness
- Weight Loss
- Weight Problem
- Well Child Exam
- Wellness
- Wheezing
- Wrist Pain
- Wrist Sprain
Tarasa Quintanilla, NP is very approachable and compassionate. She is also highly skilled and knowledgeable. She is patient-focused, and I appreciate her guidance regarding my healthcare needs.
Providence Patient