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Anthony Velasco

Senior Nurse Practitioner Specialist, MSN, AGPCNP-BC, AAHIVS

I chose to focus on adult-gerontology primary care nursing because I’ve always believed in the power of preventive care. My time at the University of California San Diego Health exposed me to the complexities of HIV, AIDS-related cancers, and other infectious diseases. I wanted to be at the forefront, offering primary care that could help people avoid unnecessary hospital stays. Additionally, I’m deeply committed to providing trauma-informed and patient-centered care, particularly for communities that have often been overlooked or marginalized. 

Working at DAP Health is truly fulfilling for many reasons. I appreciate the wide range of services we offer, from medical and behavioral health to acupuncture and massage. It’s impressive to see how DAP Health goes beyond just medical care, advocating for our patients on various levels. But what resonates with me the most is our shared mission: to ensure equitable healthcare for everyone. At DAP Health, we’re not just treating illnesses; we’re partnering with our patients and communities to build a healthier, more compassionate world. 

EDUCATION 

Graduate School: San Diego State University, 2016 

Undergraduate: San Diego State University, 2009 

FUN FACT 

I am passionate about global health and have worked in Haiti, Honduras, and the Philippines as a medical health care volunteer. Most recently, I’ve worked with the Philippine Coast Guard and provided care to more than 1400 patients in underserved areas of the Philippines. I also have jumped out of planes multiple times and I own a 28-lb cat. 

TRAINING 

Resident, Department of Health and Human Services’ Pacific AIDS Education Training Center HIV Mini-Residency Program, 2015 

YEARS PRACTICING MEDICINE 

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