Amber Lieser, NP
Overview
My approach to care centers on truly listening. I believe that understanding each patient’s story helps me provide care that feels both personal and meaningful. My goal is for every patient to leave their visit feeling heard, supported, and confident in their care plan. I’m committed to practicing evidence-based medicine delivered with empathy, respect, and a whole-person perspective.|I have a special interest and background in genetics, caring for patients with a variety of genetic and inherited conditions. I’m passionate about helping individuals and families understand their diagnoses, access appropriate resources, and find clarity through education and support.|Why I Love My Work|I’ve always been drawn to helping others and knew early on that health care was where I belonged. I began my career as a nursing assistant and continued to grow through roles as an LPN and RN before becoming a nurse practitioner. Each step has strengthened my appreciation for the resilience of my patients and the importance of compassionate, individualized care.|I discovered my passion for genetics during my nurse practitioner training and quickly knew it was the right fit for me. The field challenges me to keep learning every day, as I help patients and families navigate complex conditions and uncover answers that can guide their care. The relationships I build with my patients — listening, learning, and walking alongside them — are what make this work so rewarding.A retired physician I once cared for told me, “The day you stop learning in medicine is the day you should quit.” His words have stayed with me and continue to guide my practice as a lifelong learner and dedicated clinician.|Getting To Know Me|I love taking my kids on adventures in every season — whether we’re hiking, biking, swimming, or running together. Outside of work, you’ll often find me enjoying the outdoors, exploring local trails, or spending time with family and friends. I’m also a big fan of Grey’s Anatomy and Friends, true crime podcasts, and — most importantly — ice cream and tacos.
Insurance
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- PPO
Locations
1900 CentraCare Cir, Ste 2375, St Cloud, MN 56303
CentraCare - Plaza Clinic Genetics
Patients with rare disorders are often misunderstood and not heard by the medical profession. I try to listen carefully to their story, in part to understand what they are going through and in part to try to recognize the condition they might have. I also want to provide them with a clear explanation of what condition they have and how to manage it so they can advocate for themselves. My clinical interests include inherited disorders and rare diseases of all sorts.|Why I Love My Work|I chose to pursue a career in medicine because I enjoy the science of medicine and seeing how that can be used to improve the lives of people. I initially chose to specialize in pediatrics because I enjoy working with kids. My interest in rare disorders and wanting to help patients and their families receive the best care possible led me to a career in medical genetics.|I enjoy the variety of conditions that work with and the satisfaction that comes from seeing patients move from a state of confusion about what condition they have to a sense of understanding of how it fits together and what to do next for their health.|Over the past nearly 20 years, I have been involved in health care administration within CentraCare. One of my enduring passions that emerged from this work is understanding the impact that the health care system and the community has on determining health, which is well beyond what is typically considered health care.|Getting To Know Me|Outside of work, I enjoy movies, reading, biking, and 3D printing. I am also engaged in community improvement work to try and improve the health of as many people as possible. Dr. Tilstra is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Fabry Disease, Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency, Megalencephalic Leukoencephalopathy with Subcortical Cysts, and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS).
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