Dr. Cynthia Reyes: A Trailblazer in Pediatric Surgery at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital of BayCare
Pioneering Pediatric Surgeon Continues to Transform Lives in Tampa, Florida
St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital of BayCare is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of Dr. Cynthia Reyes, a highly accomplished and board-certified pediatric surgeon who has been an integral part of the hospital’s team since 2019. With over 34 years of experience in pediatric surgery, Dr. Reyes is recognized as a leading authority in her field, dedicated to providing exceptional surgical care to her young patients.
Dr. Reyes earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School, establishing a strong foundation that propelled her into a distinguished career. Following her graduation, she completed her residency in General Surgery and a two-year post-doctoral research fellowship at Columbia University, where she focused on ECMO and congenital diaphragmatic hernia. Her extensive training continued with a fellowship in Pediatric Surgery at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, further solidifying her expertise.
As a member of esteemed institutions including BayCare Physician Partners ACO, St. Joseph’s Hospital, and BayCare Medical Group, Dr. Reyes utilizes state-of-the-art facilities and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to ensure the highest quality of care for her patients.
A Fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Pediatrics, Dr. Reyes is highly respected within the medical community. She has also gained international recognition as the president of the Pacific Association of Pediatric Surgeons, showcasing her leadership and commitment to advancing the field of pediatric surgery.
Notably, Dr. Reyes holds the distinction of being the first Hispanic woman formally trained in pediatric surgery in the United States. This groundbreaking achievement highlights the importance of diversity and representation in medicine, inspiring future generations of surgeons from underrepresented backgrounds.
Dr. Reyes’s dedication to advancing medical knowledge is further evidenced by her published research on various critical topics, including ECMO, chest wall deformities, and quality and patient safety. Additionally, she contributed to the academic community as a Professor of Surgery at both the University of New Mexico and the University of Central Florida, sharing her wealth of knowledge with aspiring surgeons.
Learn More about Dr. Cynthia Reyes:
Through her findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/778442-Cynthia-Reyes-Surgeon-Pediatric or through BayCare, https://baycare.org/doctors/cynthia-reyes-1437176021
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