PEDIATRIC CARE CENTER - Key Persons


Alicia Reyes

Job Titles:
  • Assistant Manager
  • Rio Receptionist Manager
Hello and blessings to everybody! My name is Alicia Reyes, Assistant Manager of The Pediatric Care Center in Rio Grande City. I am married with 4 four kids. My kids names are Noemi, Ruben,Tomas III, and Gabriela. I have one beautiful grandaughter,Bella and my husband Tomas.I am very blessed and proud to be given the oppurtunity to be part of Dr. B's staff or family cause that it what it feels like when you work at my clinic. I was born in Mexico and raised in Rio Grande City, Lake Jackson and Clute, TX. I attended Rio Middle School,Rio High School,Brazoswood High School and went to San Antonio College. I graduated as a medical assistant in 2005 and have worked since then in the medical field. I used to work with Dr. Griego and Dr. Luis Padula, Cardiologist and now The Pediatric Care Center. God Bless You All

Ana Rios

Job Titles:
  • Administrator
  • Secretary
Hello, my name is Ana Rios. I was born and raised in Rio Grande City, TX. I joined The Pediatric Care Center in 2014, as a medical assistant. Currently I am the Administrator Secretary for the company. My hobbies consist of spending time with my family and fishing. I have always had a passion for helping others and love the idea of being considered a dependable person.

Deyanira Lopez

Job Titles:
  • Physician Assistant
Born and raised in Starr County. Attended The University of Texas Pan American then The University of Texas-Medical Branch in Galveston where I received my Bachelors of Science in Physician Assistant Studies in 2001. After graduation, I moved back to the Valley to give back to my community. I have been in practice for over 12 years and truly and genuinely love what I do. I have experience in many specialties but Pediatric is by far my favorite. Watching a child grow and blossom before your eyes is an amazing thing. I am married to a wonderful man and have 2 adorable children. My free time is spent with my family and going and seeing places. Favorite places to visit are Vegas and Disney. Looking forward to providing my services to The Pediatric Care Center for many years to come.

Dr. Daria Babineaux

Job Titles:
  • Medical Doctor
Hello my name is Dr B, Originally from Louisiana I graduated from Louisiana State University Medical School in 2000. I completed my Pediatrics' Residency at University of Florida in 2003 and have been a valley resident ever since.

Esperanza Romero

Job Titles:
  • Assistant Administrator
Hello my name is Esperanza Romero I Started working with TPCC in 2013 as a Medical Assistant since then I have been promoted to manager, billing supervisor, and ended as an assistant administrator. I've been blessed with the opportunity to be employed by such a great company. I look forward to many more years of being a part of the TPCC "Una familia."

Fernanda Falcon

Job Titles:
  • Manager

Jennifer Hall

Job Titles:
  • Physician Assistant
I am grateful to have joined The Pediatric Care Center, a place where everyone is family and finds support in their individual journey of health and healing. I have 30 years of diverse work experience that includes: Physician assistant with experience in pediatrics, emergency medicine, urgent care, family medicine, Science teacher 6-12th grade, Biologist/park ranger, and Animal rescue/veterinary technician/wildlife care. I have lived in the RGV since 2004. I was born and raised in Colorado and have lived all over the US before moving here. My education includes: Masters of Physician Assistant Studies from University Texas Pan American/Rio Grande Valley in Edinburg, TX, Bachelors of Science Cum Laude in biology with chemistry minor from Francis Marion University in Florence, SC, Associates of Arts and Sciences Cum Laude in psychology with chemistry minor from Everett Community College in Everett, WA, Marine Biology Program at Hawaii Pacific University in Kaneohe, HI, and Graduated from St. Mary's Academy High School in Englewood, CO. When I am not working, I enjoy gardening, cooking/baking, animal rescue, spending time in nature, volunteering, and sharing my love of nature/gardening/science with others. In the beginning of 2021, I was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer and skin cancer. My journey in becoming a cancer survivor has had a profound impact on my life and filled my heart with gratitude for so many things I used to take for granted. Living through the challenges of this illness has deepened my compassion and understanding of the struggles faced by others who have severe medical problems.

Jessica Flores

Job Titles:
  • Physician Assistant
I was born and raised in Rio Grande City. I graduated from Rio Grande City High School, second in my class, in 2002. I continued my studies and graduated with a Bachelor's in Biology and Minor in Chemistry in 2006 from the University of Texas- Pan American. Then, I received my Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies in 2008. I have worked in Pediatrics for over 10 years and at The Pediatric Care Center since it's opening. I am happily married to a man that also grew up in Starr County. I am passionate about my work and my community. I love watching our patients and families grow.

Jesus Sanchez

Job Titles:
  • Manager

Leticia Alvarez

Job Titles:
  • Physician Assistant
I was born and raised in Rio Grande City, TX. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Biology from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 2001. I then obtained my Master's in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX in 2004. I have previously worked for family medicine and family planning clinics, however, for the past 7 years have dedicated myself to the field of Pediatrics.

Lilia Ojeda

Job Titles:
  • Administrator
  • Director
I'm originally from Reedly,California but raised in Texas. I graduated from Roma High School in 2002 and was certified as a medical assisstant from Southern Careers Institude in 2004. I have been in the medical field for the past 8 years. I was the office manager at the TPCC Escobares location for 2 years. (Looking foward to many more.)

Lorena Hinojosa

Job Titles:
  • Assistant Billing Supervisor
My name is Lorena Hinojosa. I've been working at The Pediatric care Center since 2018 and currently the Assistant Billing Supervisor. I was born and raised in Starr County.

Ludivina Flores

Job Titles:
  • Nurse Practitioner
Hello, my name is Ludivina Flores. I was born and raised in Starr County. I graduated from Texas A&M International University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2011, then obtained a Master of Science in Nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in 2020. I have been a Registered Nurse for 10 years and worked in an adult inpatient hospital setting. This past year, I have worked as a Family Nurse Practitioner in pediatrics and look forward to many more.

Mayra Martinez

Job Titles:
  • Physician Assistant
Hi my name is Maryra Martinez. I was born and raised in Roma, Tx. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Mathematics with a minor in Chemistry, a Master of Mathematical Sciences, and a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Texas-Pan American. I am currently in the process of obtaining my Doctorate in Physician Assistant Studies from MCPHS. I previously worked in Family Medicine and have spent the last few years dedicated to Pediatrics.

Priscilla Saenz

Job Titles:
  • Physician Assistant
Hello my name is Priscilla Seanz I am a Resident of Starr County. Initially, I obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biology from The University of Texas Pan American. Short after, I attended The University of Texas at San Antonio where I graduated with a Master of Science in Biology. Fast forward a few years and I returned to the Rio Grande Valley where I obtained a Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

Reanna Reyna

Job Titles:
  • Physician Assistant
Hi, my name is Reanna Reyna and I am a Physician Assistant at TPCC. I was raised in Mission, TX. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical sciences with a minor in Chemistry in 2016 from Texas A&M University-Kingsville, and a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in 2020. I am dedicated to continue my career in serving the pediatric community for many years to come. I am thankful and blessed to be part of such a great team at TPCC.

Shanta Salinas

Job Titles:
  • Nurse Practitioner
I was born and raised in Roma, TX. I am a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. I received my associate degree in Nursing from South Texas College in 2010. I then obtained my bachelor's degree in Nursing from Texas A&M University College Station in 2016 and then earned my Master's of Science Degree in Nursing from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in 2020. I have worked in different settings, from bedside nursing in Med Surg to home health and dialysis throughout my nursing career.

Vanessa Perez

Job Titles:
  • Rio Assistant Manger
My Name is Vanessa Perez I'm 28 years old, I was born in Mission Tx, and raised in La Grulla Tx, I am the daughter of Juan and Teresita Perez, I am the oldest of four children, I graduated from Grulla High on 2012, and started working in the medical field after high school from 2012-2017, I started working as a Medial Assistant at the Pediatric Care center on January 2021 and after several months working I got promote to Assistant manager for the night shift. I am extremely blessed to have gotten the opportunity of being a part of this wonderful company, they have helped me evolve as a person. As I continued working, I came to realize that I am very blessed to have met these wonderful people. They're always there for me when I most needed someone to listen, understand and be there for me no matter what, and for that I will always be grateful to DR. B and the administration department. I love being part of "UNA FAMILIA"

Veronica Alanis

Job Titles:
  • Manager