Maria Benavides Ms, PA-C

Physician Assistant

My commitment to you as a patient, family member, and care provider is to listen. As a third generation primary care provider, I was taught at an early age that this is one of the most important skills in medicine.

There are many dynamics to caring for a child’s health and my goal is to create a partnership with my patients and families so they can make the best choices.

One of the joys of working in pediatrics is watching the patient grow and develop over the years from their very first word to the challenges of being a teenager.

The practice of Pediatrics requires a continued passion for learning and it is inspiring to work with the COPA family who is so invested in facing the health challenges of our community.

When not working, my family and friends love to camp, raft, and attempt to garden in our challenging climate. After 20 years in Central OR we are finally building a green house!