Bethany Avila
About Bethany Avila
Bethany Avila is a Neurology Nurse Practitioner at Scripps Health in La Jolla, CA, specializing in managing central nervous system diseases and providing treatments for chronic migraines.
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Bethany Avila is currently employed as a Neurology Nurse Practitioner at Scripps Health in La Jolla, CA.
Current Role at Scripps Health
In her role as a Neurology Nurse Practitioner at Scripps Health, Bethany Avila provides comprehensive care for patients with central nervous system diseases. Her responsibilities include administering Botox injections specifically for chronic migraines, nerve blocks, and trigger point injections for managing migraine and neuralgia pain. She works both independently and collaboratively with a team of neurologists to manage outpatient clinic patients. Additionally, she facilitates referrals to specialists and collaborates with patients' primary care physicians.
Previous Experience
Bethany Avila has gained diverse experience in the healthcare field. She worked as a Family Nurse Practitioner at Abel C. Toledo MD, Inc. in Chula Vista, CA, from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, she undertook a position as an Inpatient Psychiatry Intern at Boston Children's Hospital from 2013 to 2014, where she worked in the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit.
Education and Expertise
Bethany Avila holds a Master's Degree in Advanced Practice Nursing from Emory University, which she completed between 2015 and 2016. She also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from Emory University from 2014 to 2015. Before that, she studied at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona for 11 months in 2012. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Health Sciences, with a Certificate in Spanish, at Emmanuel College from 2010 to 2014.
Patient Education and Support
As part of her role, Bethany Avila places significant emphasis on educating and supporting patients and their families regarding neurological conditions. This involves explaining complex medical information in an understandable manner and helping patients navigate their treatment options. Her goal is to provide a comprehensive approach to patient care that includes both medical treatment and emotional support.