AdventHealth Expands Pediatric Care Choices with the Addition of New Nurse Practitioner

June 13, 2024 — AdventHealth Expands Pediatric Care Choices with the Addition of New Nurse Practitioner

HENDERSONVILLE, NC, June 13, 2024 – AdventHealth Hendersonville is excited to welcome Kristen Roach, MSN, APRN, CPNP-PC to its team at AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatrics at Medical Office Building*. Roach is a certified pediatric nurse practitioner who specializes in pediatric primary care. She brings extensive experience in providing whole-person care to children and adolescents in outpatient and inpatient settings.

Roach earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Ohio State University in Columbus, OH. And later she returned to Ohio State University to earn her Master of Science in Nursing focusing on Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.

Even from an early age, Roach knew she wanted to be a “nurse for children.” This career calling has led to more than 25 years of providing compassionate care for pediatric patients. Roach values patient-centered care for children and their families. And she is passionate about teaching children how to live happy, healthy and whole lives.

“I enjoy the innocence of children and enjoy being able to help them learn how to live a healthy lifestyle and make good choices,” Roach shares. “I want to provide the best care for my patients, so they feel comfortable with me. I want my patients and their families to feel I truly listen to them and have their best interests at heart.”

“Kristen is exceptional at connecting with the children in her care, so they feel safe and understood,” explains Christy Sneller, Vice President for Physician Services at AdventHealth Hendersonville. “Her commitment to building relationships with the entire family creates a safe, compassionate space so these children can experience health and wellness as they grow.”

Roach said “yes” to AdventHealth Hendersonville because of their whole-person approach to health care. This promise to help patients feel their best – physically, mentally and spiritually – resonates with her personal philosophy of patient care. She shares, "I definitely have always believed that exercise, healthy diet, adequate sleep and a supportive family are very important in keeping children healthy!”

Roach and her husband recently moved to Western North Carolina. She is the proud mother of two sons who are currently attending college. Roach is passionate about supporting her community, and in her free time volunteers at local nonprofits. She also enjoys hiking, reading, and being outside.

Roach is welcoming patients at AdventHealth Medical Group Pediatrics at Medical Office Building*. To learn more about pediatric care at AdventHealth Hendersonville, visit AdventHealthWNC.com or call Call855-774-LIFE (5433).