MichelleMaldonado, APRN, CPNPis a certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner at Scottish Rite for Children in Dallas. Michelle began her nursing journey by earning an Associate Degree in Nursing from El Centro College in Dallas, TX. She then pursued her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Texas at Tyler. Continuing her commitment to advanced practice and specialized pediatric care, Michelle completed her Master of Science in Nursing with a focus as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner at Texas Woman’s University in Dallas, TX.
Shanmuga Pujitha “Puji” Jonnalagadda, M.D., is a board-certified developmental behavioral pediatrician in the Pediatric Developmental Disability Division at Scottish Rite for Children. Dr. Puji received her medical degree at Ross University School of Medicine and completed her pediatric residency training at McGovern Medical School, The University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, TX. After residency, she completed a fellowship in developmental and behavioral pediatrics at Children’s Hospital of Colorado. Dr. Puji enjoys working with children with developmental differences, behavioral needs and families of children with complex medical needs. She also has a special interest in autism and neurodiversity.
About
Education and Training
Undergraduate
University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, TX
Medical
Ross University School of Medicine
Residency
Pediatrics, McGovern Medical School, Houston, TX
Fellowships
Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, University of Colorado Denver, Denver, CO
Laura McAuley, APRN, CPNP, PMHS, is a certified pediatric nurse practitioner at Scottish Rite for Children in Dallas with more than 25 years of experience in pediatric health care. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas Woman’s University and her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington.
…Laura has a special interest in children with developmental disabilities, learning differences and behavioral challenges. She earned a secondary certification for Pediatric Primary Care Mental Health Specialist in 2013. She is a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP).
Angie Torres, APRN, CPNP, is a certified pediatric nurse practitioner at Scottish Rite for Children in Dallas with more than 10 years of experience in pediatric care. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington and her Master of Science in Nursing from Texas Woman’s University.
Christine Murphy, M.D., FAAP, is the medical director of Pediatric Developmental Disabilities at Scottish Rite for Children. She received her medical degree at … University of Texas Medical Branch and completed her residency training in Pediatrics at University of Texas Medical Branch. Due to her interest in pediatric medicine, following residency, Dr. Murphy was accepted into the faculty development program in medical education where she earned her professional certificate from the University of Texas Medical Branch Scholars in Education Program. She is passionate about partnering with families and meeting the unique needs of patients with personalized medical care.
About
Specialties
Complex Care Pediatrician
Education and Training
Undergraduate
Lamar University, Beaumont, TX
Doctorate
University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine, Galveston, TX
Residency
Pediatrics, University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine, Galveston, TX
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