Gina Ahlness, APRN, CNP
My specialties:
- Adult gerontology
- Geriatric medicine
- Internal medicine
Professional interests:
- Preventive medicine
- Chronic disease management
- Cardiovascular care
- Virtual visits
I am a certified nurse practitioner (CNP) specializing in adult and geriatric medicine. I have special interests in preventative health, chronic disease management, and cardiovascular care. I see patients 18 and older. I offer face-to-face virtual visits for a variety of health services and conditions.
Hometown: Ramsey, Minn.
Practice philosophy: I have a passion for motivating individuals to be active participants in their health care. I strongly believe in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach to care that supports individuals on their health journey.
What I am passionate about: As a nurse practitioner, I am passionate about educating patients about their health and helping them make informed decisions; I believe knowledge is power. As a mom, I am passionate about raising my children to be kind, compassionate, and considerate individuals.
Best health advice:
- get good sleep
- stay active
- shop the perimeter of the grocery store
- never underestimate what a walk outside can do to rejuvenate the mind and body
What I am most proud of: The love and pride I have for my family is beyond measure. I am also very proud of achieving my advanced practice nursing degree while being a working mom and having two young children.
Credentials
- APRN
- CNP
Specialties
- Adult gerontology
- Geriatric medicine
- Internal medicine
Personal interests
- DIY crafts and projects
- Family vacations up north
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Travel
Educational institutions
- Minnesota State University, Mankato
- St. Catherine University, St. Paul
Memberships
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Years of experience
- 5
Hospital affiliations
- Mercy Hospital
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Major health plans we participate in
- Allina Health | Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
- HealthPartners
- Medica
- PreferredOne*
- SelectCare/LaborCare
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare
Other health plans we participate in
- Medicaid/Medicare*
- Aetna
- America's PPO
- First Health/Coventry
- CIGNA
- Humana
- Hennepin Health (formerly Metropolitan Health Plan)
- PrimeWest
- South Country Health Alliance
- United Behavioral Health
- Wisconsin Physician Services (WPS)