Our qualified staff is experienced in all aspects of child care and maintenance. The nurses and technicians pride themselves on professionalism and understanding to ensure that your child is healthy and that you are satisfied with your visit to our office.
Kimberly Stitik, APRN – Nurse Practitioner
Kimberly is a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. She is a graduate of the University of South Florida with a Masters of Science in Nursing with a pediatric concentration. She has over 9 years of experience as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and over 19 total years of pediatric nursing in various areas. She serves on the Board of Directors for a pediatric research foundation. She has dedicated her career to providing compassionate and complete care to her pediatric patients and their families.
Renee Biehl, APRN – Nurse Practitioner
Renee is a certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a Masters in Nursing from Yale University and a Doctorate in Nursing Practice from the University of South Florida. She began her nursing career in adult medicine and has been caring for pediatric patients over the last 25 years. She loves working with children and feels the privilege to watch them grow with their families and within the community.
Maria Walker, APRN – Nurse Practitioner
Maria Walker is a certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She moved to Florida from Northwest Ohio in 2004. While caring for the citizens of Manatee County as a Paramedic, she attended St. Petersburg College where she earned both her Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees. She then worked as an emergency room critical care nurse while attending the University of Cincinnati and earned her Master of Science in Nursing in 2019, becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner. She has previously specialized as a provider in pulmonary and sleep medicine. Outside of work, Maria enjoys spending time with her husband Mike, and 2 children. She is an avid runner and enjoys challenging herself with an extensive variety of races with distances ranging from 5k’s to Ultramarathons. She also enjoys reading, and watching/playing a variety of sports. Maria is a compassionate and skilled practitioner who has over 20 years of medical experience.
Misty Newcomb – Pediatric Nurse
I have been working as a medical assistant for 15+ years. I am so excited to be back in pediatrics and forming bonds with the patients and their families. I love working at West Coast Pediatrics.
Yeriann Berrios – Pediatric Nurse
I have recently moved here from the mid-west. I have been a medical assistant for 4+ years. I look forward to growing and building great relationships with the families here at West Coast Pediatrics.
Jill Fernandez – Receptionist
As a receptionist at WCP I answer your phone calls, schedule appointments, handle check in and check outs. I love my job because of the friendly atmosphere we are able to maintain with each other, patients and their families.
Rachele Cox – Receptionist
I have worked in the medical field for several years as a receptionist. I love my job and look forward to building and making new relationships with everyone here at West Coast Pediatrics.
Sandra Martinez – Receptionist
I was raised here in Florida and have 4 kids. I enjoy working in the medical field and I especially enjoy working with kids. I am happy to be part of the West Coast Pediatrics team.
Holly Terrell – Office Manager
I have been in the medical field for many years and am excited to now work in pediatrics. I believe in the care West Coast Pediatrics provides to our patients. It is a joy to work with this team and assist in making sure our patients and families experiences at West Coast Pediatrics are positive.
