Bell, Kay, Pearce

Ever since I was a child, I knew I wanted to be in the medical profession. I worked as a nurse for seven years and realized I wanted to contribute more to the art of nursing and the medical profession. With the encouragement and support from my husband, I became an adult nurse practitioner. My philosophy of care can be likened unto a lighthouse and a tugboat. First and foremost, I like to portray myself as the lighthouse, one that can warn others of dangers. I like to focus on preventive care just as the lighthouse alerts passengers of the sea of possible dangers or threats. On the other hand, I often have to be the tugboat, assisting others after theyve encounter dangers (sickness, diseases, disorders). I aim to be there to help in their time of need, sickness or distress. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our children kayaking the White Oak River. I also enjoy scrapbooking and crafting.

I chose to become a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner because I truly care about the health and well-being of others. I can be a part of increasing access to healthcare for many people in my community, and I get to work directly with patients and their family members to make a true difference in the lives in my community. My area of special interests are preventive medicine and acute illnesses. Through preventive medicine, I am able to provide for my patients, which will allow them to live longer, happier and healthier lives. I am able to help people of all ages, genders, and ethnicities as well as care for a full range of medical problems. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, shopping, the beach, boating, fishing and church activities.