The inaugural edition of Arkansas Money & Politics’ Outstanding Health Care Professionals features some of the state’s finest in the field of medicine. For the last three months, AMP has received hundreds of nominations and thousands of votes for those who would be considered the most outstanding hospital CEO, physician, nurse, small and large hospital, mental health facility, insurance provider, nurse practitioner, as well as women’s, men’s and children’s health provider, lifetime achievement, volunteerism, and best place to work. The following health care professionals and institutions represent the best in their respective category, as chosen by their peers from across the state of Arkansas.
Nurse Practitioner
Lisa Grummer
Cornerstone Clinic for Women
Little Rock
Since 2000, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Lisa Grummer has been caring for patients at Cornerstone Clinic for Women. Grummer earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Central Arkansas and master’s in nursing at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. As a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, she is certified in obstetrics and gynecology. She says she felt called to women’s health. While she doesn’t deliver babies, she provides patients prenatal care, wellness exams, and treatment for treating gynecologic issues at Cornerstone’s state-of-the-art facility in Little Rock.
“I am honored to be recognized for a career I love,” Grummer says. “From a personal perspective my own journey in infertility, adoption of my two children and conquering breast cancer have all been an integral part in my relationship with my patients. I love the nurturing aspects of being a practitioner coupled with the opportunity to be a leader in guiding patients to be active in their healthcare needs.”