Kari Baillif, MSN, APRN, AGNP-C

Rooted in experience: "I began my healthcare career in 1997, working in a variety of settings including pediatric ICU, surgery, medical-surgical care, telemetry, mental health, the ER, and home care. In 2018, I stepped into an advanced clinical role and continued building deep relationships with patients, first by seeing those who couldn’t get in with their regular doctors, and eventually growing my own panel. Over the years, I’ve cared for patients through preventive visits, Medicare wellness exams, urgent care needs, and complex conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and autoimmune issues."

Listening that leads to answers: "One patient came to me with an unusual symptom—bleeding from her belly button. When I took the time to really listen and perform a full exam, I discovered something far more serious: large ovarian masses. After urgent testing and referral, she underwent surgery that thankfully revealed the tumors were benign. She’s been a patient of mine ever since, a reminder of how listening with intention can truly change lives."

Care that is personal: "My approach is centered on trust, respect, and compassion. I want my patients to feel heard and cared for, and to leave every visit knowing they have a partner in their health journey. I love the Maya Angelou quote: ‘People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.’"