Maria Victoria Torres, FNP, MSN, BSN, RN is a family nurse practitioner currently serving her patients at Chacko Allergy and Asthma located in Alpharetta, Georgia. “Chacko Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Center is home to the leading adult and pediatric allergy and immunology services in Georgia. We deliver the highest quality treatment with a compassionate and considerate approach,” as stated on the practice’s website.

To begin her career, Maria earned her bachelor’s degree in 2009 from Georgia State University. From there, she continued her education at Georgia State University and earned her master’s degree in family nursing in 2014. In order to ensure all of her patients receive the proper care, Maria specializes in asthma and allergies and is certified in basic life support. Furthermore, she is a professional member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners to stay up to date in her field. As a testament to her success, Maria was awarded the Georgia State University Evangeline Lane Founders Award in 2009.

On a more personal note, Maria attributes her success to the support of her family and her love of the profession. Nurse Practitioners are registered nurses with specialized educational and clinical training in family practice. They have a degree of training in both the classroom and clinical settings. Additionally, they are trained to assess patient needs, order and interpret diagnostic and laboratory tests, diagnose disease, as well as formulate and prescribe treatment plans to patients.