- Board CertifiedNCCPA (PA-C)
- BackgroundInternal Medicine & Nephrology
- Also CertifiedDOT Medical Examiner
- LanguagesEnglish & Spanish
Physician Assistant
Alexandra Saenz, PA-C
MPAS · Board-Certified Physician Assistant
Alex Saenz is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) providing compassionate, patient-centered care at Family Urgent Care. Before joining our team, she cared for adult and older patients in both hospital and clinic settings, managing acute and chronic conditions like high blood pressure, kidney disease, anemia, and electrolyte problems. Alex takes the time to explain each diagnosis and plan clearly, speaks Spanish, and is also certified to perform DOT physicals.
Education & Qualifications
- Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)Lincoln Memorial University – Knoxville, TN
- B.S., Biopsychology, Cognition & NeuroscienceUniversity of Michigan – Ann Arbor, MI (Spanish minor)
- Board-Certified Physician AssistantNational Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- DEA Licensed & DOT Certified Medical ExaminerAuthorized to prescribe and to perform DOT physicals
- Certifications & AffiliationsBasic Life Support (BLS); member, American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
Areas of Expertise
- Acute & Chronic Illness CareDiagnosis and treatment of everyday illnesses and long-term conditions for adult and older patients.
- Blood Pressure, Kidney & Metabolic HealthManagement of hypertension, chronic kidney disease, anemia, and electrolyte imbalances.
- Labs, Imaging & Follow-UpOrdering and interpreting lab work and imaging, and clearly explaining results to patients.
- Bilingual Patient EducationPatient education and care coordination in English and Spanish, including referrals to specialists.