
Overview
Kathryn Pawelek, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, known to her patients as “Katie,” is a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with a passion for delivering patient-centered care at Temecula Medical Group. With over a decade of experience in nursing, Katie brings a wealth of expertise from her work in cardiology, emergency services, and surgical care across prestigious institutions like Scripps Green Hospital and Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital. Holding advanced certifications including FNP-C, CEN, and ACLS, she excels in managing acute and chronic conditions with a focus on empowering patients through education and compassionate care.
Katie’s approach to healthcare is rooted in her commitment to timely, individualized treatment plans that enable patients to understand and manage their health effectively. Her extensive background in high-acuity settings, such as Level I Trauma and STEMI Receiving Centers, has honed her ability to make critical decisions and collaborate seamlessly with interdisciplinary teams. At Temecula Medical Group, she provides comprehensive care, from ordering and interpreting diagnostics to performing procedures and furnishing medications, all within the scope of her advanced practice.
Outside of her professional life, Katie is an active mother who can often be found cheering on her children at volleyball games or baseball fields. A lover of the outdoors, she enjoys music, dancing, art, and home decor, bringing the same warmth and creativity to patient care.
Ms. Pawelek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Tissue Biopsy.
Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Locations
27555 Ynez Rd, Temecula, CA 92591
Additional Areas of Focus
Pawelek has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Mindful Health Solutions A Professional Medical Corporation
Sinat Aleje is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in adult mental health care. She has extensive experience providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment for a range of conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, PTSD, and sleep issues.Sinat is passionate about delivering personalized care that empowers patients to actively participate in their mental health journey. Her areas of interest include integrative approaches to mental wellness, collaborative care with therapists and primary care providers, and supporting patients through life transitions and stressors.She currently offers psychiatric services through her private practice, Sinat NP for Mental Wellness, making quality mental health care accessible and convenient for adults across California. Ms. Aleje is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Major Depression, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Mindpath Health Psychiatrists & Therapists - Temecula
Bill strives to develop good working relationships with his patients and focus treatments based on their needs. He became a mental health clinician to ease the suffering of others. Mr. Thornton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). His top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Mindpath Health Psychiatrists & Therapists - San Diego, Hotel Circle
Josh works collaboratively with patients to use their strengths and help improve areas of weakness. Each patient is different, and medication is not the only tool for improvement. Mr. Dougherty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). His top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Major Depression, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
Areas of Expertise
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