Laura Knisley, APRN-CNP, is an advanced practice registered nurse, family nurse practitioner, and registered dietitian. Laura specializes in endocrinology and advanced diabetes management, focusing on diabetes nutrition and women with diabetes.

Laura is board certified in diabetes management and lactation consulting. She started her nursing career in 1999, when she earned her Associate of Science in Nursing. She then went on to earn her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and Human Nutrition and became a registered dietitian. Laura then furthered her nursing education, earning a Master of Science in Nursing from Frontier Nursing University in 2017 and her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Frontier Nursing University in 2019.

In her spare time, Laura enjoys traveling, hiking with her dog, and walking 5Ks with her daughter for charity.

What is a Certified Nurse Practitioner?

A certified nurse practitioner (CNP) is an advanced practice registered nurse. They hold a master’s or doctoral degree and have advanced clinical training. They collaborate with physicians to diagnose and treat patients. Like physicians, they can make referrals, provide physical exams, order and interpret tests, and prescribe medications.