VISTA, CA – VCC is thrilled to share the fantastic news that their own Optometry Director, Dr. Wendy Mora, has been honored in the Vista Chamber of Commerce’s “40 Under 40” list! Dr. Mora is being recognized for her exceptional commitment to community well-being and accessible healthcare.
Dr. Mora joined VCC in 2015 and has been instrumental in expanding access to eye care for all ages, with a much-needed focus on underserved populations. Her collaborations with VCC’s teams have resulted in grant awards, new approaches to comprehensive care for patients, and greater access to services. Dr. Mora has played an integral role in making sure that VCC’s patients with diabetes are receiving regular care through services such as optometry and dental. These services help prevent and treat health complications that these patients are at higher risk of experiencing.
Her involvement in community health fairs, educational presentations, and volunteer work emphasizes her unwavering dedication to serving those in need, and her belief in the power of education. As a bilingual speaker, Dr. Mora is adept at connecting with our local communities, fostering culturally competent care.
VCC is proud to have Dr. Mora as a vital part of their care team. Her compassion and commitment to public health are easy to see in all that she does inside and outside of the clinic. Her continued contributions will undoubtedly enrich the lives of many in Vista and beyond. Congratulations to Dr. Mora on this well-deserved recognition, and to the impactful work she will continue to accomplish!
About Vista Community Clinic
With twelve state-of-the-art locations in North San Diego, Orange and Riverside Counties, VCC provides affordable, high quality health care to more than 70,000 community residents. Services offered by VCC include primary care, pediatrics, prenatal and women’s health, optometry, chiropractic care, dental health, podiatry, acupuncture and behavioral health services. VCC also offers a wide array of community health education programs which are free and open to all community residents. VCC is recognized by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) as a Patient-Centered Medical Home at eight of its clinic sites and within its behavioral health department, and is the recipient of the HRSA National Quality Leader Seal for exceeding national clinical quality benchmarks. For more information call 760.631.5000 or visit www.vcc.org.
