Born and raised in San Diego, California, Francesca moved to Philadelphia to attend Villanova University, where she earned her undergraduate degree in Biology. She has always loved working with children and found meaningful ways to connect with and support them from an early age through her involvement with Best Buddies and Special Olympics throughout high school and college.
While at Villanova, she worked as an EMT, gaining valuable experience caring for patients both on an ambulance and in the Emergency Room, including during the COVID-19 pandemic. These experiences strengthened her passion for healthcare and ultimately led her to pursue a career in pediatrics. Francesca went on to earn her Master of Science in Nursing as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee.
She truly enjoys getting to know her patients and their families and believes that strong, trusting relationships are at the heart of great pediatric care. She wants every child and family to feel comfortable sharing their concerns, asking questions, and being an active part of the care plan. Her goal is to provide thoughtful, evidence-based, and personalized care while making each family feel heard, supported, and confident in their child’s health.
Outside of work, she loves spending time outdoors and enjoys being on the lake, snowboarding, and hiking. She also enjoy country music, line dancing, and cheering on my favorite sports teams!