Maria Reila Molina, DNP, CRNP, MSN
Cardiology
Accepting new patients
Sees patients age 18 and up
Penn Heart and Vascular Center
Penn Medicine Provider

About me

I am a nurse practitioner with over 15 years of experience specializing in acute care, gerontology, and critical care. Holding national certifications, a Six Sigma Green Belt from Rutgers, and advanced training from the University of Pennsylvania and Harvard Medical School, I am dedicated to clinical excellence. My work in transplant immunogenetics and cardiogenomics emphasizes evidence-based practice, reflected in my active role in cardiothoracic case reviews and protocol revisions.

I have been honored with awards such as the 2015 ITNS Transplant Nursing Excellence Award, the 2016 AANP State Award, the 2019 UPHS Advanced Practice Provider Scholarly and Research Award, and the 2022 Rutgers University Distinguished Alumni Award. As an international speaker and leader, I currently serve as President of the International Transplant Nurses Society (2024-2026).

Globally, I co-investigated the BRIGHT study, addressing critical issues like poor-quality care and medication non-adherence in 46 countries. My commitment to ongoing education and certifications underscores my dedication to providing exceptional care and leading in clinical practice.

Education and training

  • Nursing School: University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey

What my patients think about me

Average Rating

100 reviews

Comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Penn Medicine.

October 2025
very personable
September 2025
very approachable and helpful
September 2025
she is kind and personable.
August 2025
i have worked with maria molina since prior to transplant and she knows my entire history is aware of any and all issues and it was a great interaction great information back and forth good suggestions

Insurance accepted

My Locations

Penn Medicine hospital privileges

  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania: Advanced Practice Provider
Ms. Molina is a Penn Medicine provider.

Qualifications and experience

Treatments and Conditions