Shannon Appel, ARNP

I'm a compassionate and skilled family nurse practitioner dedicated to providing patient-centered care and ensuring a positive experience for all patients. My goal is to help bridge the gap between the primary care provider and the emergency room, offering timely treatment for more acute, but non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries.
 
Why did you become a provider?
To make an impact by improving community/patient access to care, advocating for patients and strengthening the overall healthcare system. 
 
Why did you decide to join UnityPoint Health?
To build meaningful relationships and a sense of community by directly serving neighbors.

Describe your average patient:
One who has an illness or minor injury that is non-life-threatening but requires faster assessment or treatment when their regular provider is unavailable. 
 
What would your patients say about you?:
I believe they would say I'm kind, caring, efficient, knowledgeable and that I listen to concerns.

Most important thing to know about you:
I provide quality, patient-centered care with clear communication and a collaborative partnership where the patient is involved in their own treatment.
 
Ideal provider/patient relationship:
One that is founded on mutual trust, open and honest communication, and shared decision-making. 
 
What do you like to do in your free time?
I enjoy spending time with family and friends, babysitting grandsons, reading, camping and traveling.