About Joanna
Joanna is a warm and engaging Family Nurse Practitioner who brings with her decades of diverse healthcare experience as a Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specializing in Pediatrics. She has also worked as a Nurse Practitioner providing Primary Care for Detox and Recovery Centers, and Community clinics for the medically underserved. Joanna joined the Direct Primary Care community in 2018, drawn to its patient-centered focus and affordable model.
Her journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences in 2002. Joanna then pursued her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, becoming a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner in 2009. She also earned the prestigious Menopause Society Certified Practitioner credential from The Menopause Society, to demonstrate her commitment to supporting and advocating for women's health and vitality. She is dedicated to building strong relationships with her patients, prioritizing preventive health, and providing compassionate care in a supportive, nonjudgemental environment.
Recently, she has also served as Adjunct Nursing Faculty at Concordia University in Austin, TX, where she trains and mentors aspiring nurses.
Outside of her work, Joanna enjoys spending time with her wonderful husband, two fabulous children, Charlie(their family Labrador), friends and extended family. She enjoys traveling, cooking, golfing, listening to Podcasts, reading and educating future Nurses and Nurse Practitioners.
Memberships:
Texas Nurse Practitioners
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
The Menopause Society
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Meg has joined us as the full-time Clinic Administrative Assistant at Hope + Health DPC, where she will often be the first friendly voice and welcoming presence that patients encounter.
Her experience includes serving in special education, managing a fitness facility, working in a local thyroid clinic, and supporting families through church ministry. These roles have helped shape her calm, organized, and patient-centered approach to care coordination and communication.
Known for her warmth, empathy, excellent sense of humor, and attention to detail, Meg plays an important role in creating the welcoming and personalized experience that defines Hope + Health. Whether assisting with scheduling, answering questions, or supporting patients behind the scenes, she approaches every interaction with kindness and professionalism.
Outside of the clinic, Meg is a devoted wife and mother of four. She enjoys camping, hiking, reading, and meaningful conversations that foster connection and growth. Her love for family, community, and serving others shines through in everything she does.
Mary Carreno is a Medical Assistant that is one of the kindest, hardest working people we have ever known.
She has been a trusted friend and colleague to us for over a decade so Hope + Health is extremely blessed to have her join the clinic!
She is a proud Mom of 4 incredible adult children and a beloved colleague and friend to so many around here as she has always lived in the Round Rock and Leander area!
