She moved to Colorado Springs in 2011 and considers herself fortunate to be part of the wonderful staff at Pikes Peak Nephrology Associates. Prior to moving to Colorado, Maria worked as a nurse practitioner in Lafayette, Louisiana in various settings. She cared for patients with kidney disease, heart disease, provided preventative care for high school students, and participated in research studies. Maria’s experience also includes teaching classes to patients, families and nursing staff in hospitals, clinics, dialysis centers and in a university setting.