Theresa P Roca

Theresa P Roca, M.D.

Clinical Associate Professor

Department: MD-COGNITAL HRT CTR EXCELLENCE
Business Phone: (850) 416-1385
Business Email: troca@ufl.edu

About Theresa P Roca

Hi there, my name is Dr. Roca and I am a Clinical Associate Professor at the Congenital Heart Center here at UF Health. I attended Tulane University School of Medicine where I completed my medical degree and pediatric residency training. Next, I completed a fellowship in pediatric cardiology at Tulane University and the Ochsner Hospital for Children in New Orleans.

I am fellowship trained and board certified in pediatrics and pediatric cardiology and have been practicing for 27 years. My inspiration to pursue a career in cardiology came from my fascination with anatomy and physiology as well as my skill in math. I was drawn to pediatrics because children want to get better. During my residency I enjoyed my cardiology elective the most and became very good friends with the chairman of pediatric cardiology who inspired me. My goal is to make a correct diagnosis and facilitate the best care for all my patients. I treat every patient with the care I would expect for my own child.

I have published in peer-reviewed journals and medical textbooks, and have presented my research findings at the National Society of Pediatric Research annual meeting and at the American College of Cardiology annual meeting. I am a member of the American Heart Association’s Council on Cardiovascular Disease in the Young and the American College of Cardiology.

When I am not practicing I enjoy traveling and boating with my husband. I am addicted to my Peloton bike and I love everything about music (listening, dancing and playing).

Accomplishments

Physical Award
1998 · Ochsner Clinic Community of Caring
Teaching Award
1989 · Tulane Medical School Owl Club

Board Certifications

  • Pediatric Cardiology
    American Board of Pediatrics

Clinical Profile

Specialties
  • Pediatrics
Subspecialties
  • Pediatric Cardiology

Publications

2023
Atrial Fibrillation as a Rare Complication of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C): A Case Report.
Cureus. 15(8) [DOI] 10.7759/cureus.42812. [PMID] 37664378.

Education

Fellowship- Pediatric Cardiology
1995 · Tulane Medical Center
Residency – Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1992 · Tulane Medical Center
Medical Degree
1989 · Tulane University

Contact Details

Phones:
Business:
(850) 416-1385
Emails:
Business:
troca@ufl.edu
Addresses:
Business Mailing:
5153 N 9TH AVE
PENSACOLA FL 32504