Luis Alcantara is a Family Nurse Practitioner, board-certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. He earned his Master of Science in Nursing from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Texas Medical Branch, and his Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from Texas A&M University. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Luis practiced as a registered nurse in the intensive care unit, where he gained experience caring for patients with complex and acute medical conditions. Luis is passionate about building meaningful relationships with his patients and believes in a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care. He strives to empower patients through education, prevention, and shared decision-making so they can take an active role in their health. His clinical interests include preventive health and chronic disease management, with a special interest in diabetes and hypertension. Luis is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to connect with and provide personalized care to a diverse patient population. Outside of work, he enjoys weightlifting, staying active, and following Texas A&M football.