Leslie Walters, FNP-BC

Practice philosophy: To care for every patient like they are my family. By truly taking the time to understand their health goals, together we can maximize their well being in a way they can thrive.

What are you passionate about and why? I’m passionate about helping others. We are only here for a short time, so making a difference is so important.

When did you know this was the career for you?  I have wanted to be in the medical field since kindergarten. I remember my dad coming home in his surgical scrubs and I would always think “I’m going to help people like him someday.”

What is something you have learned from your patients? I have learned that I will always have something to learn from each and every one of them. I feel pretty blessed to have that opportunity.

What is one of the challenges of this career you enjoy? And why? One of the challenges of this career is knowing that some illnesses are not able to be cured. I am a huge supporter of scientists working towards a cure for so many of these complicated diseases.

What is your personal health goal? To get outside moving and doing something I love at least 5 days a week.

What is the best thing you've done for your health or the best health advice you've received? Adding weight training!

What are you most proud of? I am the most proud of my children. Watching them blossom into the amazing young adults they are today has been such an amazing adventure.