Kara Mergen, NNP, APRN, CNP

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A Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Kara Mergen is a certified nurse practitioner who specializes in intensive care and AirMed emergency care for expecting mothers and newborns.

She provides surgical and medical care for ill and premature babies to ensure they start their lives healthy and happy. 

Kara performs procedures including:

  • Endotracheal intubation
  • Chest tube placement
  • Umbilical line placement
  • PICC line placement
  • Lumbar puncture

 

Speaks: English

Specialties

  • Pediatric Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

(605) 312-1000

Background Information

Education & Training History

Graduate School:
Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

Board Certifications:
National Certification Corporation: Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Personal Interests

Kara Mergen is married and has three children. In her spare time, she enjoys being outdoors with her family.

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