Kari Westenkirchner, APRN, CNP

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A Nurse Practitioner in Cardiology

Kari Westenkirchner is a nurse practitioner who specializes in cardiology and heart failure.

She offers these heart health services:

  • Performing thorough medical history checks and physical assessments
  • Ordering and interpreting lab and diagnostic tests
  • Performing stress tests and specialized cardiac testing
  • Prescribing medications
  • Health education and counseling

Speaks: English

Specialties

  • Cardiology

Types of Care

(605) 312-2200

Background Information

Education & Training History

Graduate School:
Clarkson College, Omaha, NE

Board Certifications:
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners: Family

Experience & Research

Professional Memberships:

  • American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Idea of Care

Early in my nursing career, I was taught to treat my patients like my family members. I strive to care for my patients holistically while focusing on listening to them and treating each person as an individual. 

Personal Interests

Kari is an Air Force veteran and mother to three children. She enjoys running, hiking and reading in between chauffeuring her children to soccer.

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