Nursing Education
University of Tampa
Master of Science with Honors
Professional Activities
Sigma Theta Tau International
Honor Society
National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses (NAON)
Hospital Membership
FMC Ambulatory Surgery Center of Tampa
University Community Hospital
Special Interests
Patient Education
Sports Medicine
Joint Replacement Patients
Board Certifications
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Family Nurse Practitioner
Snapshot
Marlena was born in Michigan, but has been in Florida since 1990. Aside from working, she gains great delight from spending time with family and friends. She loves to travel, and is always looking for a new adventure. Her hobbies include outdoor sports, the beach, and boating. For a quieter time, she may be cooking or reading.











Geoffrey Cronen, MD
Richard Gray, MD
Ira Guttentag, MD
Stephen Raterman, MD
Sean Willey, DO
Justin Bidwell, PA-C, ATC
Joshua Gilliam, PA-C, ATC
Kimberly Myers, ARNP, NP-C
James Riordan, PA-C, MS










