Dr. Ludwig D. Dumaplin received his Doctor of Medicine in 1986 from The University of East Ramon Magsaysay - Manila, Philippines. He did his pediatric residency at the University of Illinois in Chicago.
Dr. Yves D. Dumaplin received his Doctor of Medicine in 1986 from The University
of Santos Tomas - Manila, Philippines and did his pediatric residency training
at the University of Illinois, in Chicago.
Christina obtained her Master’s degree from UCLA. She became a Certified Nurse Practitioner in the fall of 1999. She has been a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, since 1999
Cyndi received her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from the University of Colorado and her Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and Masters Degree in Nursing of Children from Arizona State University.
A Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant is what is known as a mid-level
provider. Twin Pediatrics is fortunate to have some of the best mid-level
providers in the Phoenix area who bring a myriad of experience to our practice.
Mid-level providers serve in collaborative roles with physicians in all
specialties in acute care and clinic settings. Both nurse practitioners
and physician assistants are nationally certified and state licensed to
provide diagnostic, treatment and follow-up care under the direction of
a physician.
The main difference between a nurse practitioner and a physician assistant
is the educational background.
To be a nurse practitioner you have to be a Registered Nurse first. Nurse
practitioners also have a master’s degree and follow a nursing model of
education.
Physician assistants follow a medical model, and while they also sit for
a board examination and are state licensed. Physician assistants are not required,
but often do have post-secondary degrees.
We understand that some of our parents like seeing a Nurse Practitioner
or Physician Assistant for their child’s care. We do however recommend
that every second or third visit you schedule an appointment with one of
our Physicians.
Also, if you are a parent who would prefer seeing only a Physician for
your child’s care, please inform the front desk when scheduling an appointment.
Dr. Ludwig D. Dumaplin received his Doctor of Medicine in 1986 from The University of East Ramon Magsaysay - Manila, Philippines. He did his pediatric residency at the University of Illinois in Chicago. With his brother Yves Dumaplin, Ludwig settled in the Phoenix area and in July of 1996 Twin Pediatrics was born. When not at the office he enjoys cycling and spending time with his family. Dr. Ludwig is married and has four beautiful children, 2 boys and 2 girls, ranging from 1 to 9 years old.
Dr. Yves D. Dumaplin received his Doctor of Medicine in 1986 from The University of Santos Tomas - Manila, Philippines and did his pediatric residency training
at the University of Illinois, in Chicago. Dr. Yves D. Dumaplin received his Doctor of Medicine in 1986 from The University of Santos Tomas - Manila, Philippines and did his pediatric residency training at the University of Illinois, in Chicago. When not at the office he enjoys cycling, horseback riding and spending time with his family. Dr. Yves is married with one beautiful 14 year old daughter.
Dr. Miriam Villanueva - Schwan received her Doctor of Medicine in 1997 from The Universidad Autonoma de Gualalajara, Mexico. Dr. Schwan did her pediatric residency at Nassau University Medical Center, New York and St. Joseph’s Hospital in Phoenix. Dr. Miriam Villanueva - Schwan has been with Twin Pediatrics since July 2005. She received her Doctor of Medicine in 1997 from The Universidad Autonoma de Gualalajara, Mexico.
Dr. Schwan did her pediatric residency training at Nassau University Medical Center - East Meadow, New York and at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Phoenix. When outside the office, Dr. Schwan enjoys cooking as well as spending time with her family. Dr. Schwan is married, has two beautiful children, one 3 year old son and a 1 year old daughter.
Christina obtained her Master’s degree from UCLA. She became a Certified Nurse Practitioner in the fall of 1999. She has been a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, since 1999
Christina Shim, RN, MSN, CPNP has been serving children and families at Twin Pediatrics for 9 ½ years now. She came to us with over 10 years experience working as a RN at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Wanting to broaden the spectrum of her practice, she returned to school and in 1999 obtained her Master’s degree from UCLA. She became a Certified Nurse Practitioner in the fall of 1999. She has been a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, since 1999. Christina is a firm believer in patient advocacy and always strives to provide comprehensive and individualized care and treatment. Christina is married and enjoys spending her time with her two fun loving and beautiful boys.
Cyndi Harding, RN, MSN, PNP received her bachelor’s degree in Nursing from the University of Colorado and her Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and Masters Degree in Nursing of Children from Arizona State University.
Cyndi Harding, RN, MSN, PNP has been with Twin Pediatrics for over 8 ½ years and came to us with great experience. Originally from Thornton, Colorado; in 1988 she received her bachelor’s degree in Nursing from the University of Colorado. After receiving her degree, she moved to Tempe, Arizona, and worked in the hematology/oncology unit at Phoenix Children’s Hospital. While working at the hospital she attended Arizona State University where she completed her Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and Masters degree in Nursing of Children. Cyndi has been a practicing PNP in general pediatrics since 1993. Cyndi enjoys spending all of her free time with her daughter Jaden. She is an avid sports fan and loves watching hockey and playing volleyball. Cyndi’s other interests include hiking, skiing and outdoor activities
Cheryl Marshall, PA-C, MSHS, MPH received her Bachelor's Degree in Physiology
from U.C. Santa Barbara and her Master’s degrees in Health Science and
Public Health from George Washington University in 2001.
Cheryl Marshall, PA-C, MSHS, MPH received her Bachelor's Degree in Physiology from U.C. Santa Barbara and her Master’s degrees in Health Science and Public Health from George Washington University in 2001. She worked primarily in Family Medicine prior to joining the team at Twin Pediatrics in October of 2007. Cheryl loves working with children and has two sons of her own. Austin, 17 years old, lives at home with her and Ryan, 20 years old, is in stationed in Italy with the US Navy. When she is not working, she likes to hike with her dog, Samantha and spend time with family and friends.
We want to introduce our newest Staff Provider and Nurse Practitioner,
Tara Pierce, R.N, M.S.N., C.P.N.P.
Tara brings with her to Twin Pediatrics a wealth of knowledge she has obtained while working many years at Phoenix Children's Hospital.
Tara received her Bachelors Degree in Nursing from NAU in 2005. She went on to further her career by receiving a Masters Degree in Nursing from ASU, and later became a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in 2009. Tara is a native Phoenician who enjoys spending time with her husband and playing with her puppy, a puggle named Parker Sage. Tara's other interests include cooking, traveling and various outdoor activities such as running, biking and hiking.
Should you have any questions regarding Tara, please do not hesitate to ask. We know you will find her credentials and experience in line with what our parents have come to expect from Twin Pediatrics.
