Jodi Kneisly, MSN, APRN, AGPCNP-C

From bedside to broader impact: "I became a nurse in 2004 and expanded into an advanced clinical care role in 2021. Over the years, I’ve worked in cardiac care, medical-surgical care, home health, and primary care. Those experiences shaped how I see the whole person, not just a diagnosis. Working in primary care, I began to recognize real gaps in women’s health — especially for women in midlife who needed more time, deeper conversations, and focused treatment plans."

Recognizing the gap: "As I began experiencing changes in my own body, I became even more aware of how difficult it can be for women to find a provider who truly listens. I saw how often concerns were minimized or squeezed into short visits. That realization pushed me toward more focused work in women’s health, care that goes beyond quick fixes and creates space for meaningful support."

Listening first: "I structure visits by starting with what matters most to my patient. What are you experiencing? How is it affecting your life? What are your goals? I believe specializing in one area of medicine allows me to give women the time they deserve and build treatment plans that are thoughtful and individualized."

Kindness and patience: "If a patient described me to a friend, I hope she would say I am kind, patient, and that I truly listen. For me, good care begins there."