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Dear patients and families,
It is with a mix of gratitude and sadness that I am announcing my upcoming retirement from full-time medicine after 33 years in practice. My last day seeing patients will be 10/31/2024. It has been an immense privilege to serve as your physician, and to watch so many of you grow up from babies to adults. I care deeply for each patient and think of you and your families long after the visit ends. I am honored by the trust you have placed in me.
While I look forward to spending more time with my family, I will miss hearing from my patients and celebrating milestones together. Your stories and support have enriched my life beyond measure.
Please know that your care will continue seamlessly with my esteemed colleagues at Pediatric Healthcare Alliance. They are all exceptional healthcare professionals who share my commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
With heartfelt gratitude and warmest wishes for your continued health and happiness,
Sincerely,
Margarita P. Torres, MD
Margarita P. Torres, M.D. joined the Alliance in South Tampa Florida in 1997 from Pediatric Medical Center, which was one of the founding practices of PHCA. Currently, she is one of our many pediatric doctors accepting new patients.
Dr. Torres received her undergraduate degree from Colegio de El Sagrado Corazon, San Salvador, El Salvador (1975) and her Doctor of Medicine from Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala, Guatemala, Central America (1982). She completed her internship (1986) and residency (1989) in Pediatrics at the University of South Florida - Tampa General Hospital. Dr. Torres also completed a fellowship in Pediatric Genetics at the University of South Florida - Tampa General Hospital (1991).
She has been Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics since 1993. She speaks English and Spanish.
Dr. Torres will be retiring 10/31/24. If you are in need of a Tampa pediatric doctor, particularly in South Tampa Florida, please choose from one of our other South Tampa providers.