Vernice Bautista is originally from Seattle, Washington but moved to La Junta over 17 years ago. Despite coming from a big city, she enjoys providing care to patients from all walks of life and loves being part of a small, close-knit community like La Junta. Vernice earned her Masters of Medical Science from Yale University School of Medicine in 2001, and has been practicing ever since. She has also been a Radiology Technician!
In her free time. Vernice enjoys reading, cooking, traveling and learning different languages.
Undergraduate Education:
Seattle University – Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
Graduate Education:
Yale University School of Medicine – Masters of Medical Science, Physician Associate Program
Other Education:
Sacred Heart Medical Center School of Medical Technology Internship
Special Achievements/Awards:
La Junta Tribune Democrat People Choice: Physician Assistant 2003, 2005, and 2006.
Experience:
- 16 years in Family Practice, PA-C
- Medical Technologist/Radiology Technician
