

Helping to Build a Healthy Community
About Amando Garza IV, MD
Dr. Amando Garza IV is a board-certified internist and Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine.
In addition to caring for patients, he serves as Associate Program Director and Professor of Medicine with the University of the Incarnate Word Laredo Internal Medicine Residency Program, where he is actively involved in medical education and physician leadership.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Garza enjoys hunting, fishing, golfing, and spending time with his wife and four children.
Education
Medical School - Ross University
Residency in Internal Medicine - University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Regional Academic Health Center Harlingen


About Katherine N. Ramirez, DNP, FNP-C
Dr. Katherine Nicole Ramirez is a Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to serving the people of her hometown, Laredo.
She is passionate about delivering compassionate, patient-centered care and takes pride in supporting the health and well-being of individuals and families in her community.
In her free time, Dr. Ramirez enjoys exercising, traveling, and spending time with her two children, husband, family, and friends.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Texas A&M International University
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Loyola University New Orleans
About Veronica Montes-Cortez, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC
Veronica Montes-Cortez is a Family Nurse Practitioner with more than a decade of experience in emergency and acute care, as well as several years specializing in women’s health.
She is committed to providing comprehensive, personalized care and takes pride in serving patients at every stage of life.
Outside of her profession, Veronica enjoys traveling, spinning classes, and spending quality time with her husband and daughter.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Texas A&M International University
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Texas A&M International University


About Iliana Escobedo, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Iliana “Lily” Escobedo is a Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in medical/surgical, telemetry, and intensive care nursing, including open-heart care.
She is dedicated to combining her bedside expertise with advanced practice knowledge to provide high-quality, personalized healthcare for patients and families.
In her free time, Lily enjoys cooking, traveling with her daughter, and spending time with family and friends.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) - Laredo College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - University of Texas at Arlington
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - University of Texas at Arlington