Tara R. Alin, ANP-BC

I wanted to become a nurse practitioner in order to take care of patients throughout their adult life and different touches of the healthcare system. I want to hear what is important to each patient in their life as it helps me care for them as a whole individual. Together, we make decisions on care options after I help educate patients on my view of their health and how many symptoms may be interrelated. Outside of work, I stay busy with my husband, two children, boy and girl, and dog. I love to attend my children’s activities and show them support. I am a UNC alumnus twice and try to keep up with the latest sports news. I often spend weekend time seeing family/friends, reading, boating, do-it-yourself projects and volunteering.

As an intensive care nurse for many years, I wanted to become an advanced practice provider to help patients prevent and manage chronic illness. Outside of work, I enjoy being with my family, reading, being outside, traveling to beautiful places, nature, camping and hiking and gardening.

My passion for clinical care is fueled by a genuine interest in and respect for individuals from various backgrounds and life journeys. As a West Virginia native who has practiced medicine in West Virginia, Baltimore and Charlotte, I bring over 20 years of clinical experience in caring for individuals from rural to urban communities. My desire is to engage every patient with kindness and respect while focusing on patient objectives, preventive medicine, the societal and environmental factors influencing health, and the promotion of health through education. I moved to UNC Health and the UNC School of Medicine to continue providing the highest-level care for patients while influencing and shaping the lives of future physicians. Outside of medicine, my joy comes from my faith, family, friends and serving my community.