Marianela Horta Acosta, APRN, RN
Marianela Horta Acosta, APRN, RN, is an accomplished Nurse Practitioner Specialist based in Sarasota, Florida. She earned her Family Nurse Practitioner degree with honors from Miami Regional University in 2023 and holds an associate’s degree in nursing from EDP University of Puerto Rico. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Marianela is equipped to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to diverse communities. Marianela brings a wealth of clinical experience spanning advanced practice nursing, family medicine, and emergency care. She currently serves as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse at Tampa Bay Surgical Group, collaborating with doctors and specialists to provide comprehensive surgical and perioperative care. Prior to this role, she worked as a Registered Nurse at Intercoastal Medical Group Inc. and as a Nurse Supervisor at Help at Home Homecare, demonstrating her leadership and commitment to patient safety and care quality. Before transitioning to nursing in the United States, Marianela practiced as a physician in Cuba, where she gained experience in family medicine and emergency medicine. Her diverse background allows her to combine clinical expertise, technical skills, and compassionate care in every patient interaction. Recognized as an Honored Listee by Marquis Who’s Who, she continues to advance her practice while serving the Sarasota community with dedication and professionalism.
• Miami Regional University – Family Nurse Practitioner Program (Jan 2022 – Aug 2023
• EDP University of Puerto Rico, Inc. – Associate’s Degree in Registered Nursing (2018 – 2020)
• San Francisco de Paula Home, Havana, Cuba – Doctor of Medicine (Feb 2013 – Sep 2016)
• Manuel Ascunce Domenech Hospital, Havana, Cuba – Doctor of Medicine, Emergency Medicine (Sep 2011 – Dec 2012)
• Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (APRN)
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Honored Listee – Marquis Who’s Who (Issued Aug 2024, Expires Dec 2029)
• AANP
• AANPCB
• CMA
• FLASNP
• Incarnation Church
Areas of Specialization/Expertise
- Primary Care & Vascular Surgery NP
- Advanced Practice Nursing / Nurse Practitioner Care
- Emergency Medicine & Acute Care
- Surgical Patient Management / Perioperative Care
- Patient Screening and Laboratory Specimen Processing
- Patient-Centered Care for Diverse Communities
What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?
1. Patient connection focus:
What I enjoy most about practicing medicine as a nurse practitioner is the opportunity to build long-term, trusting relationships with patients. I love being able to educate and empower them to take an active role in their health while providing care that’s both evidence-based and compassionate.
2. Holistic and collaborative approach:
As a nurse practitioner, I appreciate being able to combine the medical and nursing models of care — addressing not just the illness, but the person as a whole. I enjoy collaborating with other providers and tailoring care plans that fit each patient’s unique circumstances.
3. Lifelong learning and autonomy:
I really value the autonomy of advanced practice nursing — being able to diagnose, treat, and manage complex conditions while continuing to grow my clinical skills. Every day brings new challenges and learning opportunities, which keeps me engaged and motivated.