Alyssa M. Voelkerding

Alyssa Voelkerding, CPNP, loves watching children grow into healthy adults. She is particularly passionate about child development from birth to 5 years and works to identify any concerns early so they are developmentally on track by kindergarten. She enjoys taking care of the entire family, giving them the tools they need to assure their children get the healthiest and happiest start possible.

Alyssa comes to TriHealth with four years of experience as a pediatric registered nurse and 15 years as a pediatric nurse practitioner. She also brings a unique perspective as a heart failure survivor. She understands the time commitment needed to take care of yourself and of loved ones with chronic conditions.

Alyssa sees patients from birth through college age for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illness. She believes in putting the family’s needs at the forefront, finding ways to fit treatment approaches into their lifestyle and their culture. Alyssa puts a big emphasis on nutrition, helping families understand the connections between eating and healthy development.

A native of Cincinnati’s west side, Alyssa is married and has a son. She often volunteers at her son’s school. She loves the outdoors, travel, biking and hiking.

Practice Focus • Newborn care • Common childhood illnesses • Well-child visits, preventative medicine and immunizations • Asthma and other respiratory ailments • Developmental screenings • Obesity and nutrition counseling • Behavioral problems • Mental health, including anxiety and depression • Minor injuries and lacerations • Sports physicals • Adolescent care