Vania is a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) with a deep passion for pediatric care. She earned both her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (2005) and Master of Science in Nursing (2013) from the University of Maryland School of Nursing in Baltimore. Beginning her career as a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) nurse at the University of Maryland and later at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., she developed a strong dedication to caring for young patients, who remain her favorite population to work with.
Beyond her professional life, Vania loves spending time on the water, embracing her passion for boating. A devoted fan of Premier League soccer, she enjoys cheering on her favorite teams, and her love for the sport extends to her family, as all four of her teenage children are active in travel soccer. She also loves eating crabs and watching the Baltimore Orioles play. She resides in Pasadena with her husband, Ryan, their children, two dogs, Zeus and Skylar, and their cat, Boomer.