Overview
As a nurse practitioner in cardiology, I strive to deliver the best care to every patient every day. I think it is important to listen to all concerns and involve the patient in the plan of care. I focus on three main areas of cardiovascular health: prevention, detection and therapy/treatment. While medications are often an important part of therapy and treatment, I also like to focus on lifestyle factors that can help with both prevention and treatment of disease. I care for patients with a variety of cardiac needs including rhythm problems like atrial fibrillation, heart failure, coronary artery disease and heart valve problems.|Why I Love My Work|I love my job! Every day I get to meet with patients of all different ages from a variety of backgrounds. People share their stories with me, and I feel privileged to hear these stories. Helping patients understand their cardiac problems and finding the best way to help them feel better is so rewarding.|Getting to Know Me|In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I love to travel, hike and read.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Atrial Tachycardia, Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), and Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT).
Dr. Buffington is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANP) - Family Nurse Practitioner.
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Locations
101 Willmar Ave SW, Willmar, MN 56201
1406 6th Ave N, St Cloud, MN 56303
101 Caring Way, Redwood Falls, MN 56283
CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center
As a nurse practitioner at the CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center, I enjoy helping people with heart failure build the skills needed to manage their disease. My entire nursing career has been with CentraCare.|Why I Love My Work|I strive to provide the same comfort and compassion shown to my family when we went through a journey with a serious illness. Years ago, my son, at age 7, was diagnosed with brain cancer. Throughout his treatment, the nurses provided medical expertise, comfort, a listening ear and the silly playfulness my son needed at that time. These nurses inspired me to become a nurse. I received my bachelor’s degree in nursing in 2007 and became a nurse practitioner in 2015. My son is now in his 30s and doing well!|Getting to Know Me|Outside of work, I enjoy gardening, hiking, camping and spending time with my family. One of my goals is to hike in each of the national parks. Dr. Lymer is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Dr. Lymer is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANP) - Family Nurse Practitioner.
St Cloud Hospital Decentralized Lab
Keith Lurie is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Cloud, Minnesota. Dr. Lurie is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Fibrillation, Cardiac Arrest, Low Blood Pressure, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.
CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center
Thom Dahle is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in St Cloud, Minnesota. Dr. Dahle is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Apoplexy, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Dahle is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Amy Buffington, NP
How do I make an appointment with Amy Buffington, NP?
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Is Amy Buffington, NP a top-rated expert for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Amy Buffington, NP is classified as an Experienced expert for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Amy Buffington, NP specialize in?
While Amy Buffington, NP is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Atrial Tachycardia, and Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Amy Buffington, NP accept my insurance?
Amy Buffington, NP accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 320-231-5000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Atrial TachycardiaBuffington, NP isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.
- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT)Buffington, NP isExperienced. Learn about Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT).