Rachel Hovda, DNP, FNP-C

Practice philosophy: My practice philosophy is rooted in providing evidence-based, holistic, and compassionate care to each patient I encounter. I am committed to partnering with patients to optimize their health through individualized care addressing each patients’ unique concerns and needs.

What are you passionate about and why? I am passionate about making healthcare more accessible, equitable, and comfortable for people to navigate because all people deserve to receive the care they need.

If you weren't a health care provider, what would you be? If I weren't a nurse practitioner, I would want to be a journalist.

Why did you become a provider? When did you know this was the career for you? I became a provider because I wanted to have a bigger impact in the health care system and in the lives of the patients I served as a nurse.

What is something you have learned from your patients? Finding joy in the "little things" amplifies resiliency in difficult situations.

What is one of the challenges of this career you enjoy? And why? I love the challenge of individualizing care to each patient I meet. Every person is unique and it is an honor to learn about those differences and utilize them to optimize each patients' health.

What is your personal health goal? My personal health goal is to move my body in a meaningful way each day!

What is the best thing you've done for your health or the best health advice you've received? The best thing I've done for my health is getting a dog! My dog gets me outside and keeps me active in every season.