Meet Jennifer Mata, PA-C
Jennifer Mata is a highly dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant at Forum Health. She specializes in holistic and preventative care.
Jennifer has extensive skills and experience in:
- Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Sleep Care Management
- Weight Loss Management
- Primary Care
With a philosophy centered on natural approaches and patient education, Jennifer creates an open dialogue with her patients to ensure they are active participants in their health journey.
Her professional journey includes significant roles at various healthcare institutions:
- At Star Sleep and Wellness in Irving, TX, Jennifer focused on evaluating and treating chronic sleep conditions.
- During her tenure at Healthcare Associates of Texas in Irving, TX, she played a pivotal role in the Wellness Clinic Division, focusing on weight management, diabetic education, nutritional management, treatment of sleep issues, and hormone management.
- At Family Care Medical Center in Carrollton, TX, she provided primary care services to a predominantly Spanish-speaking patient base.
A Personal Commitment to Your Health and Wellness
Jennifer’s commitment to her patients is deeply personal. She was a patient of this very clinic for over a year, looking for answers to some of her health issues. “I started realizing quickly that what I was promoting with my weight management patients and hormone patients was what they were advocating,” Jennifer says. “I was doing something similar. That prompted me to want to learn more.” This journey led her to pursue a career in functional medicine here at Forum Health.
Jennifer’s approach begins with really listening to her patients to gain an understanding of what they have been experiencing and forming a partnership with every patient. She believes in setting realistic goals and expectations, understanding that each patient’s needs are unique. As she says, “I’m your advocate, your cheerleader, and we’ll work together to make you feel better overall.”
Outside of her professional life, Jennifer is a lifelong learner, constantly updating her knowledge to better serve her patients. She values the importance of education and strives to instill a sense of empowerment in her patients, helping them to achieve optimal health through informed and proactive care.
With her extensive experience, holistic approach, and genuine passion for patient care, Jennifer Mata, PA-C, is a trusted partner in your healthcare journey.
Education
Master’s Degree, Physician Assistant Studies, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Lubbock, TX | 2008
Bachelor of Science in Biology, The University of Texas of the Permian Basin Odessa, TX | 2005
Minor in Chemistry, The University of Texas of the Permian Basin Odessa, TX | 2005
Affiliations
American Academy of Physician Assistants
American Academy of Sleep Medicine
Texas Academy of Physician Assistants
Certifications
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners
Physician Assistant Experience
Star Sleep and Wellness, Irving, TX — primary focus on evaluation and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.
Healthcare Associates of Texas, Wellness Division, Irving, TX — primary focus on weight management, diabetic education and nutritional management, evaluation and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea, and hormone management.
Healthcare Associates of Texas, Irving, TX — performed physical exams and diagnosed and treated illnesses in a family practice setting.
Family Care Medical Center, Carrollton, TX — performed physical exams and diagnosed and treated illnesses in a family practice setting to primarily Spanish-speaking patients.
