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Department
LocationCancer and Hematology Center
Palliative Care Program (Cancer and Hematology)
Brain Tumor Program
Solid Tumor Programs
Retinoblastoma Program
Texas Medical Center
Specialty
Cancer and Hematology
Phone: 832-822-1841
Email
tnlazar1@texaschildrens.org
Address
6701 Fannin St., Ste. 1580
Houston, TX 77030
Theresa N. Lazarte, MSN, RN, FNP-C
Instructor/Nurse Practitioner, Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hematology/Oncology, Baylor College of Medicine
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Texas Health Science Center | Masters | Master of Science in Nursing | 2014 |
| Prairie View A&M University | University | Registered Nurse | |
| Texas A&M University | Bachelors | Bachelor of Science, Biology |
About
Theresa Lazarte is a board-certified family nurse practitioner specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of pediatric cancers. As a registered nurse, she devoted her entire career to caring for patients with pediatric cancers in the inpatient, outpatient, and chemotherapy/biotherapy infusion settings. Currently as a nurse practitioner, Theresa continues her commitment to caring for patients with pediatric cancers, particulary those with solid tumors and brain tumors.
Theresa is a team member of the Solid Tumor Program and the Brain Tumor Program, which include brain tumors, retinoblastoma, and kidney tumors.
Because of the unique nature and needs of the pediatric oncology population, Theresa is also a certified hospice and palliative pediatric nurse. She firmly believes in optimally preserving the quality of life for all her patients and actively promotes family-centered care throughout each child's and family's journey.
Board Certifications
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Texas Board of Nursing
Texas Board of Nursing, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (FNP-C)
Certified Hospice and Palliative Pediatric Nurse (CHPPN)
Organizations
| Organization Name | Role |
|---|---|
| American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) | Member |
| Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON) | Member |
| Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON), Gulf Coast Chapter | Member |
| Children’s Oncology Group (COG) | Member |
| Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association | Member |
| Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing | Member |
Language
English
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