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Kristen Villarreal, FNP

University Medicine Associates
Schedule an appointment: 210-358-4000
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Specialty
Family Nurse Practitioner
Languages
English
Gender
Female

University Hospital

4502 Medical Drive
San Antonio,TX 78229
Insurance Accepted
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare
Medicare
Please contact your health insurance company to confirm provider participation. For billing and insurance questions, please call our Billing Department at 210-358-3260.
"As a specialty nurse practitioner in cardiology with University Health, I am dedicated to advancing cardiovascular health through evidence-based, patient-centered care."
I am a specialty nurse practitioner in interventional and structural cardiology. From an early age, I knew nursing was my calling. That foundation was strengthened through my experience as a caregiver for my grandparents, where I learned the profound impact of empathy, presence and compassionate care.
Becoming a nurse practitioner allowed me to expand my clinical role and provide more comprehensive care, ensuring patients receive the education, support and advocacy they need to manage their heart health with confidence.

Clinical Interests
  • General cardiology
  • Blood pressure management
  • Structural heart disease
  • Coronary artery disease

Philosophy of Care
I am passionate about empowering patients to understand and take control of their health while working to bridge gaps in access and advocate for equitable care — especially within underserved communities.
My goal is to improve outcomes one patient, one heartbeat and one community at a time.

Favorite Parts of Medicine
  • Seeing patients return feeling healthier and stronger after treatment
  • Supporting patients through their cardiovascular journey with compassion and expertise

Awards & Recognition
  • Member, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
  • DAISY Award Winner

Hobbies
Outside of work, I love spending time with my husband and son. We enjoy being outdoors together, especially hiking, camping and skiing.
I am also a proud swim mom and many of my weekends are taken by swim meets
Call 210-358-4000 to request an appointment with this doctor.

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