Iris Villanueva

Iris Villanueva serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of the Pacific in Sacramento, a position she has held since 2023. She is a dedicated educator in the Physician Assistant program, training future healthcare professionals through clinical expertise and academic instruction.

Her educational foundation includes a Master's in Medical Science (MMS) from Stanford University, completed in 2014, alongside certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C). This training established her clinical proficiency in patient care and medical education.

Professor Villanueva's professional interests focus on family medicine, urgent care, and acute care management. Her clinical background in community clinics directly informs her teaching methodology, emphasizing practical application and patient-centered approaches in emergency medical scenarios. She integrates real-world experience into curriculum development for PA students.

As an active mentor, she guides Physician Assistant students through clinical rotations and academic coursework. Her dual role includes maintaining current clinical skills through part-time urgent care practice, ensuring her teaching remains grounded in contemporary medical practice while balancing academic responsibilities.