Kristi Ann Loehr, PA, is a member of Summit Health’s Neurology team. Ms. Loehr pursued a career in health care to encourage patients to take an active role in their health and offer compassion and understanding to those who may be apprehensive about medicine.

Ms. Loehr’s expertise is focused on primary and preventive care in the adult population. “I find it rewarding to work closely with patients, diagnose illnesses, provide treatment, and contribute to their overall well-being,” she said.

Her approach to patient care centers around the belief that everyone is unique, and their health care should be approached with a focus on individualized treatment. Ms. Loehr believes in treating the whole patient. “I consider not only their physical ailments but also their emotional, mental, and social well-being,” explained Ms. Loehr.

As an extension of her practice philosophy, the most important thing to Ms. Loehr during a patient visit is establishing trust and facilitating open communication. By listening to her patient’s needs and earning their trust, she can develop an appropriate care plan that is geared toward success and good health.

Ms. Loehr enjoys the outpatient setting as it provides an opportunity to build a relationship with her patients and provide continuous, personalized care over an extended period. This allows for a comprehensive understanding of a patient’s health and stronger doctor-patient relationships. “It is exciting to participate in patients’ health care journeys and contribute to their well-being over time,” said Ms. Loehr.

When she is not treating patients in the office, Ms. Loehr enjoys reading a good book, taking a spin class, or hiking — preferably through National Parks. She is also passionate about preventative medicine. By educating patients on healthy lifestyle choices, and emphasizing the significance of preventive screenings, vaccinations, and early detection of potential health risks, she hopes to empower patients to make informed decisions about their health.