About
Dr. Mariela Varis was born and raised in Southern California, in a home teeming with love of God, country, and medicine. She received her undergraduate degree in Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio, while meeting her pre‑med requirements. After a short stint as a tutor, she moved to Gainesville to attend the University of Florida College of Medicine, where she was recognized for both her humanism and excellence in Family Medicine. She then returned to California, first to complete full‑spectrum Family Medicine residency training at Ventura County Medical Center, and then to work at a small, privately‑owned primary care practice. Dr. Varis is board certified in Family Medicine, is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, and a member of the Catholic Medical Association. She believes that medical care should reflect the immense dignity of each person, starting with a therapeutic doctor‑patient relationship and focusing on whole‑person wellness. As such, she strives to practice medicine with integrity and compassion. Dr. Varis particularly enjoys guiding patients toward healthy lifestyles for chronic disease management and is passionate about helping women understand and navigate their fertility.
Credentials
Training & certification
- Medical school
- University of Florida College of Medicine
- Residency
- Family Medicine - Ventura County Medical Center (California)
- Board certification
- Board Certified in Family Medicine
- Designations
- American Academy of Family Physicians, Catholic Medical Association
- Specialty
- Family Medicine
Training programs
- Residency Family Medicine · Ventura County Medical Center (California)
- Internship Family Medicine · University of Florida College of Medicine (Gainesville FL)
Practice
Where Dr. Mariela Varis practices
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Sabal Direct Primary Care
Ocala, FL
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Family Physicians · Member
- Catholic Medical Association · Member
Data aggregated from publicly available sources including the NPPES Registry, practice websites, and professional directories.