Marquez Verna MD
Marquez Verna MD

Verna Marquez, M.D.

  • Physician
  • Family Medicine
Speaks: English, Tagalog
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East Niles Community Health Center
Elm Community Health Center
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About Verna

Dr. Verna Marquez is a dedicated family medicine physician and Associate Program Director at Clinica Sierra Vista’s Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program. A proud graduate of the program herself, Dr. Marquez made history in 2018 as its first graduate to return as a faculty member. She now plays a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of physicians through clinical teaching, mentorship, and wellness leadership.

Originally from the Philippines, Dr. Marquez earned her Doctor of Medicine from Far Eastern University-Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation in 1999. She went on to become a Diplomate of the Philippine Board of Radiology and a Fellow of the Ultrasound Society of the Philippines in 2006. After moving to the United States, she worked as a registered nurse at Adventist Health Bakersfield, where she cared for patients across Medical/Surgical, Pediatrics, and Burn Units. These years of bedside experience deepened her commitment to primary care, leading her to pursue residency training in Family Medicine.

Dr. Marquez brings a comprehensive approach to her practice, with a particular interest in women’s health, obstetrics, point-of-care ultrasound, global health, and research. She is passionate about teaching and is known for her ability to integrate clinical expertise with compassionate, patient-centered care. Her unique background in radiology and nursing enhances her ability to train residents across a broad range of care settings.

When she’s not mentoring or delivering care, Dr. Marquez enjoys staying active with regular workouts and values her downtime, especially when it involves a good nap.

Experience

Medical School

  • Far Eastern University-Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation, Philippines

Residency

  • Family Medicine, Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program
    • Chief Resident

Medical Interests

  • Women’s health and obstetrics
  • Point-of-care ultrasound
  • Global health
  • Primary care research
  • Medical education

Board Certification

  • American Board of Family Medicine

Memberships

  • American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)
  • California Academy of Family Physicians (CAFP)
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Program Objectives

  • At least 80% of interns complete program/degree requirements within 13.5 months (150% of planned program length).
  • Of graduates who seek employment, at least 100% are employed in nutrition and dietetics or related fields within 12 months of graduation.
  • At least 80% of program graduates take the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists within 12 months of program completion.
  • The program’s one-year pass rate (graduates who pass the registration exam within one year of first attempt) on the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists is at least 80%.
  • 80% of employers, who return surveys, rate graduates as “satisfactory” or “excellent” for ability to work effectively with multicultural populations from diverse backgrounds.
  • 90% of program graduates work as entry-level Registered Dietitian Nutritionists in community nutrition.
  • 90% of graduates work in Central Valley community programs for at least two years after graduation.

Do I Qualify for WIC?

WIC is a program that helps families with food and nutrition. Call us at (661) 862-5422 or send a message, and we’ll help you see if you qualify.

Here are some ways you might qualify:

  • You are pregnant
  • You are breastfeeding a baby who is less than one year old
  • You had a baby in the last six months
  • You have a child who is under the age of five
  • You experienced a loss of pregnancy or had a termination

You also need to think about your family’s income. Here are the monthly income limits for family sizes:

  • 1 Person: $2,413
  • 2 Persons: $3,261
  • 3 Persons: $4,109
  • 4 Persons: $4,957
  • 5 Persons: $5,805
  • More than 5 Persons: Add $848 for each additional member

This income limit is based on 185% of the Federal Poverty Level, and these amounts will be effective from April 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.

Also, if you’re pregnant, the baby counts as part of your family size when figuring out if you qualify.

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