Maria S. Ortiz Tweed, MD
About Maria S. Ortiz Tweed, MD
Maria S. Ortiz Tweed, MD, serves as a School Telehealth Pediatrician at Hazel Health and is the Owner/CEO of Dr. Sylma in Tampa, Florida. With over 15 years of experience in pediatric care, she has worked in various settings and is actively involved in community outreach for underserved populations.
Current Role at Hazel Health
Maria S. Ortiz Tweed serves as a School Telehealth Pediatrician at Hazel Health since 2020. In this role, she provides remote pediatric care to school-aged children, utilizing telemedicine to enhance healthcare access. Her focus includes addressing the health needs of students and ensuring they receive timely medical attention while at school.
Previous Experience at Pediatric Health Care Alliance
Prior to her current position, Maria worked at Pediatric Health Care Alliance as a Pediatrician from 2001 to 2006. During her five years in Tampa, Florida, she gained valuable experience in pediatric care, contributing to the health and well-being of children in the community.
Education and Medical Training
Maria S. Ortiz Tweed earned her M.D. from USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. She completed her internship and residency in Pediatrics at Orlando Health/Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. Additionally, she holds a B.S. in Biology from the University of South Florida, providing her with a strong foundation in the sciences.
Volunteer Work at La Clínica Guadalupana
Maria volunteered as a Pediatrician at La Clínica Guadalupana from 2008 to 2015. Over seven years, she contributed her expertise to serve underserved populations in Clearwater, Florida, enhancing healthcare access for those in need through community outreach initiatives.
Professional Experience and Community Involvement
With over 15 years of experience in various pediatric settings, Maria has worked in locum tenens and house calls. She is actively involved in non-profit community outreach clinics, focusing on improving healthcare access for underserved populations. Her extensive experience in telemedicine further supports her commitment to providing accessible pediatric care.