Kara Decker, DNP, APRN, CPNP, PNP-PC, BSN

My favorite animated movie is Inside Out.

Pout Pout Fish, because it was my daughter's first favorite book.

My favorite childhood toy were baby dolls and dress-up.

My greatest inspiration is my mom, because I have always felt like she can do it all! She is the perfect example of a "super mom", and I hope to model after her.

I enjoy spending quality time with my family and going on vacation anywhere with a beach! I enjoy staying active by doing yoga, and going on walks with my husband, kids, and dogs.

My favorite part of my job is getting to work with children every day and helping them to live healthy, happy lives from birth to early adulthood. Before becoming a PNP, I spent several years as a registered nurse in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), which deepened my commitment to the health and well being of young patients. This has led me to be especially passionate about early childhood development.

I am passionate about building strong, trusting relationships with my patients and their families. My approach is always to create an environment that supports open communication and shared decision making with my patients and their caregivers. I particularly enjoy empowering new parents and working collaboratively to ensure every child has the best possible start in life.