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Nurse Practitioner

RACHEL CANO

Nurse Practitioner, Family

10+ years in practice Active NPI · 1992340939 Licensed in TX

About

Dr. Rachel Cano, DNP, FNP-C, is a Family Nurse Practitioner at First Primary Care in Pasadena, TX. She is dedicated to the Direct Primary Care model, emphasizing long appointments, same‑day access, and a personal relationship with each patient. Her philosophy centers on removing barriers to care, providing comprehensive preventive and chronic disease management, and empowering patients to take an active role in their health.

With over a decade of experience in primary and women’s health, Rachel brings expertise in managing acute and chronic conditions, performing in‑office procedures, and supporting underserved populations. She is known for her compassionate, patient‑focused approach, ensuring every individual feels heard, valued, and confident in their care plan.

Credentials

Training & certification

Medical school
Doctorate of Nursing Practice, Baylor University; Master of Science in Nursing, Chamberlain University; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Houston Baptist University
Designations
FNP-C
Years in practice
10+ years
Specialty
Nurse Practitioner, Family

Licensing

Licensure & registration

NPI
1992340939 · active
Primary license
Texas · 843700

Practice

Where Dr. CANO practices

Professional memberships

  • Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society · Member
  • American Association of Nurse Practitioners · Member

Community

Mentor and preceptor for NP students, actively involved in training the next generation of nurse practitioners.

International experience

Former military spouse who lived in Yokosuka, Japan, providing insight into the healthcare needs of veterans and military families.

Data aggregated from publicly available sources including the NPPES Registry, practice websites, and professional directories.