Lauren Huffman is a certified family nurse practitioner. With a clearly defined vision for her life’s work, she earned her bachelor’s in nursing, her master’s in nursing and her doctorate in nursing practice from Regis University in Denver. As a nurse practitioner, Lauren is an advanced practice clinician and one of the team of primary care providers at St. Vincent Family Health Center.

Growing up in Buena Vista, Lauren has a deeply held commitment to giving back. “I’m excited to serve the community I grew up in,” she says. “My goal is to work alongside my patients. Practicing primary care gives me a wonderful opportunity to contribute to the overall health of the community because I get to see families and patients throughout their lifetime.”

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In her leisure time, Lauren works in the garden on the small ranch she shares with her husband, four dogs, pigs and cows. She also loves to fish and hike.