Advanced Kids Care
Striving for excellence in serving your child's healthcare needs.
About Us
Founded and led by Dr. Argelia Douglas, Advanced Kids Care has proudly served families across the Rio Grande Valley for over a decade. With locations in Edinburg and Mission, Texas, we provide complete pediatric services—from newborn care to adolescent wellness—all under one roof.
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We’re dedicated to creating a welcoming, inclusive space where families feel heard, supported, and confident in their child’s care. Our team believes every child deserves personalized, compassionate, and evidence-based care designed to promote lifelong health.
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At Advanced Kids Care, we combine preventive medicine, holistic guidance, and modern technology to deliver the highest quality care for your child—today and for the years ahead.
Dr. Argelia Douglas, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Dr. Douglas has been a pediatrician in the Valley since 1995. She received her pediatric training at St Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, Az. She is highly skilled in minor surgical procedures. She advocates wellness for a healthy lifestyle. She is actively involved in the community, providing free medical care to medically underserved areas both in the Valley and Central America.
Iffat Moinuddin, P.A.-C
Mrs. Moinuddin is a Physician Assistant and the top graduate of her class. She was personally trained by Dr. Douglas and is highly recommended. She brings to this practice her intelligence, knowledge, compassionate care and bright personality. She provides routine diagnostic, therapeutic and preventative care, including physical exams. She is also qualified to perform minor procedures.
Nora Benavides RN, F.N.P.
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Meet Our Providers
Kary Vega, M.D.
Dr. Vega is a pediatrician with 3 years of extensive pediatric training at Florida Hospital for Children in Orlando, Florida. She is originally from the Valley and excited to return to her hometown. She is passionate about community health and making a difference in every child’s life. She enjoys caring for children from birth to college and helping patients and families make the best health decisions together.
M. Christina Sosa, RN, F.N.P.
Mrs. Christina Sosa is a Family Nurse Practitioner and the latest addition to our team. She has 15 years of experience as a Registered Nurse. She graduated from UTRGV with a Master of Science in Nursing as a family Nurse Practitioner in 2016, joining our team shortly after. She provides routine diagnostic, therapeutic and preventative care, including physical exams.
Liza Ramirez, RN, F.N.P.
Born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley, Liza earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas-Pan American and have been a dedicated registered nurse for over 15 years. Her clinical experience includes newborn nursery care and working closely with first-time parents, providing hands-on guidance and support during the early stages of parenthood. She earned her Master’s degree from Texas A&M University in College Station in 2024, continuing her commitment to advancing healthcare and patient education. She is excited to bring her experience and passion into the pediatric field and looks forward to making a meaningful impact on children’s health and development.
Deborah de la Rosa, C.P.N.P.
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Mrs. de la Rosa has been a pediatric Nurse Practitioner working with Dr. Douglas for the past 12 years. She brings over 25 years of pediatric nursing experience working both in hospital and school settings. She enjoys caring for infants and children of all ages. She is very supportive of children with special healthcare needs and children with school-related concerns.She provides routine diagnostic, therapeutic and preventative care, including physical exams.
Orlando Ochoa, P.A.-C
Orlando Ochoa was born in Chicago, Illinois and raised in Hammond, Indiana. As a teenager he moved to the Rio Grande Valley with his family where he finished high school and attended the local University where he received his Bachelor of Science in Biology. He worked as a Forensic DNA analyst for the Texas Department of Public Safety and was involved in creating the first forensic DNA laboratory in the Rio Grande Valley.
Mr. Ochoa returned to school to pursue his interest in health care and in 2005 graduated from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Physician Assistant program. He has 16 years of pediatric experience and has enjoyed bringing medical care to the medically underserved areas of the Rio Grande Valley.
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Alejandro Roman, MSN,APRN,FNP-BC
Mr. Roman has 5 years of expertise in the care of children, training in Pediatric Gastroenterology and Postgraduate training in Psychiatry Mental Health across the life span of patients.
Mr. Roman is available to see patients at our Mission location.