Susan L Hiestand, NP

I got into health care because of my grandmother. I ended up caring for her quite a bit as she reached the end of her life. That experience inspired me to pursue a career in nursing, and geriatric medicine in particular.

I practice evidence-based medicine, but I also consider myself a naturalist. I emphasize preventive care and lifestyle-based strategies whenever possible to help my patients reduce their reliance on medications.

Many of my patients are doing their best to remain healthy and independent, especially as they get older. It’s incredibly rewarding when I can give them the education and care they need to stay out of the emergency room, and remaining living at home, for as long as possible.