Emi Fuentes Vega

Emi Fuentes Vega is an Occupational therapist originally from San Diego, CA who moved to New Mexico in 2018. Emi received her Bachelor’s in Kinesiology from San Diego State University. She continued her studies and was awarded a Master’s degree in Occupational therapy from the University of Saint Augustine in San Marcos, CA in 2018. She is currently furthering her studies to receive the title of Certified Hand Therapist.

Emi is LSVT Big Certified to work with patients who have Parkinson’s Disease and other neurological dysfunctions. She served as lead Occupational Therapist in the Covid-19 unit in 2020. Emi enjoys volunteering at the animal shelter, pet photography, dancing, yoga and running. She has a fur family of 5 including 2 cats, 1 blue heeler, and her husband Nate.