Vanessa Carlos-Medina, FNP-C

Vanessa Carlos-Medina, FNP, is a Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) care. With a strong background in emergency medicine, women’s health, and urgent care, she brings diverse clinical expertise to her ENT patients.

Born in Long Beach, California, and proud of her first-generation Mexican-American heritage, Vanessa began her healthcare career as a pharmacy technician, nurse assistant, and licensed practical nurse before advancing into registered nursing.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Northern Arizona University in 2018 and started her career in the Emergency Department and Orthopedic Trauma. She later pursued her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Northern Arizona University in 2021, becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner.

Her clinical experience spans emergency medicine, women’s health, acute retail care, and urgent care, which provided her with a broad foundation before transitioning into otolaryngology.

Vanessa’s approach to care is centered on respect, compassion, and collaboration. She takes time to listen to her patients, explain their treatment options clearly, and involve them in shared decision-making. Whenever possible, she emphasizes minimally invasive treatments that support faster recovery and long-term wellness, allowing patients to get back to what matters most.

Vanessa provides comprehensive ENT and sinus care, including:

• Chronic sinusitis and recurrent sinus infections
  
• Balloon sinuplasty evaluation
  
• Nasal obstruction and deviated septum
  
• Allergy evaluation and treatment
  
• Ear infections and hearing concerns
  
• Preventative ENT-focused care strategies

Vanessa’s approach to care is centered on respect, compassion, and collaboration. She takes time to listen to her patients, explain their treatment options clearly, and involve them in shared decision-making. Whenever possible, she emphasizes minimally invasive treatments that support faster recovery and long-term wellness, allowing patients to get back to what matters most.