Dalene Arizmendi PA-C
Dalene Arizmendi, PA-C, earned her elementary education degree from Judson University and completed physician assistant training at Ruskin University. Fluent in English and Spanish, she helps families understand their care and feel represented in medicine. Her clinical interests include dermatology and psychology. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, swimming, traveling, and plants.
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Bio and Work History
Dalene earned her degree in elementary education from Judson University in 2017 and completed her physician assistant training at Ruskin University in 2025. She is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and joined Palmetto Pediatrics in June 2025. Her clinical interests include dermatology and psychology.
Growing up, Dalene often translated for her mother during medical appointments. That experience shaped her commitment to helping patients and families clearly understand their healthcare. Fluent in English and Spanish, she values cultural representation in medicine and hopes to inspire children to see that they, too, can pursue careers in healthcare.
Originally from Elgin, Illinois, Dalene now shares her home with her spouse and their dog. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, swimming, traveling, and caring for plants.