Heather Hernandez, FNP​

Heather is a Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Preventative Medicine, Holistic Alternatives, and Mental Health. She provides care at our Glendale and Surprise centers, seeing patients of all ages. Originally from Indianapolis, IN, she gained extensive critical care experience working as an ICU nurse in Phoenix. Heather is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care to her patients, emphasizing preventive medicine, weight loss, nutrition, and exercise science to promote overall well-being. Heather is passionate about equitable care through open communication and a holistic approach that integrates mental health awareness into her practice, striving to support and empower individuals in their health journeys. In her personal time, she enjoys hanging out with her four children, tending to houseplants, visiting farmer’s markets, thrift shopping, coffee, and weight lifting.

Education

  • Master of Science in Nursing
    – Family Nurse Practitioner, Grand Canyon University, 2023
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing
    – Grand Canyon University, 2015

Professional Associations

  • American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)

  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)

  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)