Lori Grace, MSN, FNP-C, has joined the staff of Lane Gastroenterology located at 6550 Main Street, Suite 3500, in Zachary.
She assists Dr. Krunal Patel in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive system disorders, including advanced assessments, treatment and care planning, and patient education.
Lori has more than 20 years of nursing experience. She received her diploma from Baton Rouge General School of Nursing and earned both her Bachelor and Master of Science in Nursing from Southeastern Louisiana University. She is certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Prior to this position, she was a Nursing Services Supervisor and Emergency Department RN at Lane Regional Medical Center.
During her time at Lane, she was nominated as Employee of the Month, served on numerous teams and committees, and acted as an advocate for the patients and nurses on the night shift.
“I love working at Lane because it serves the community I was raised in,” says Lori. “The nurses and physicians here have taught me the skills I need to be a better nurse practitioner.”
Lori and her husband, Joey, live in Watson with their two daughters, Bailee, 16 and Faith, 14. In her free time she enjoys traveling and volunteering for church and school activities.
To schedule an appointment with Lori Grace, FNP-C at Lane Gastroenterology, please call (225) 658-6780 or visit LaneRMC.org/gastro.