Megan Dean, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, MSN
Internal Medicine
Megan is a board-certified Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. Megan graduated with her MSN in Nursing Education from UT Tyler in 2019 and then received her Post-Master’s Certificate in Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner from UT Arlington in 2021. Megan began her career in 2010 as an acute care nurse, working in a variety of units, including cardiac telemetry, intermediate and progressive care, and travel nursing. Having worked in the acute care setting she has gained a full spectrum of meaningful experience in general patient care and the specific needs of the geriatric population. As we all age, our needs change and Megan’s passion is to address and provide an individualized and empathetic approach to health care. Outside of work, Megan loves to spend time with her family, enjoys puzzles, traveling, and music events.
Liliana Damron, APRN, FNP-C, MSN
Family Medicine
Lili is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing from Texas State University. Lili joins AGS team with 4 years of experience as a critical care registered nurse. She double majored and received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Business Administration from Tarleton State University. Lili has always been passionate about caring for the adult and geriatric population and is also fluent in Spanish. In her spare time, she enjoys painting, paddle boarding, hydroponic gardening and spending time with her husband, son and two dogs.
Stacey Garcia, APRN, FNP-C, MSN
Family Medicine
Stacey was born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley and has lived in Austin for seven years. Stacey is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing from Lubbock Christian University and a Family Nurse Practitioner Post Masters Certificate from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. She received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas Pan American. She has twelve years of nursing experience with a background in geriatric home health, orthopedics, neurology, medical-surgical acute care, and clinical education. Stacey believes in building relationships of trust and collaboration with her patients and their families. In her spare time, Stacey enjoys volunteer work, playing with her three dogs, and cooking for her family.
Hannah Gartner APRN, FNP-C, MSN
Internal Medicine
Hannah received her RN degree at Arizona State. She went on to move to Austin where she worked as a nurse in a variety of settings cardiac, float nursing, oncology, and interventional radiology. While working as a nurse, she received her Family nurse practitioner degree at UT Arlington. She is passionate about quality of life care, holistic care, and advocating for the best possible patient care experience, especially in the elderly population. In her spare time she love to travel, listen to live music, and spend time with friends, family, and pets.
Stacey Gonzalez, APRN, FNP-C, DNP
Family Medicine
Stacey is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Texas Christian University. Prior to becoming an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, she served as a Registered Nurse in the US Air Force. During her military career, Stacey provided nursing care to hospitalized service members and their families both in the United States and abroad. Stacey’s approach to care involves enabling patients and family members to become active participants in their healthcare decisions. In her spare time, Stacey enjoys gardening and spending time outdoors with her husband and two sons.
Tara Gordon, APRN, FNP-C, MSN
Family Medicine
Tara is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a master’s degree in nursing from Maryville University, and is a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society. Prior to pursuing her masters degree, she worked as an Emergency Room Nurse for 14 years. Prior to joining Austin Geriatric Specialist Tara worked as a medical provider for a mobile urgent care. Tara is passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based and holistic care to the geriatric population. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling with her husband and children, reading books and anything that involves nature.
Nikki Govan-Forge APRN, MSN, FNP-BC
Family Medicine
Nikki has been in the medical profession for more than 20 years. She started her career as a CNA. She went on to obtain her initial LPN certification from Austin Community College and defines herself as a lifelong learner. Nikki also obtained an ADN, BSN, and MSN, FNP-BC. During her career, she has worked in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities and home health. Nikki believes in focusing on the whole person when caring for her patients. She is passionate about providing quality care while remaining mindful of her patients’ individual preferences and needs. Nikki also understands the importance of active listening, immediate response, and follow-up. Forming trusting relationships with her patients, their families and employers is her priority. When Nikki is not working, she enjoys going to church, spending time with her family, being outdoors, and she is an avid dog lover.
Angela Henninger, APRN, FNP-C, MSN
Palliative Care
Angie is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a Masters of Science in Nursing from Texas State University at Round Rock. Prior to joining Austin Geriatric Specialists, Angie was a Registered Nurse for 15 years with a background in pre and post-surgical care, Oncology, and Hospice. She enjoys caring for and working with her patients and their families to provide evidence-based, holistic care that is compassionate and aims to increase quality of life. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter going to movies, enjoying good food, and cheering her daughter on at volleyball games.
Brandy Holmes, APRN, FNP, MSN
Family Medicine
Brandy is a Family Nurse Practitioner certified with a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington. Throughout her career, Brandy has worked in diverse healthcare settings, including hospitals, case management, occupational health and primary care. Her goal is commitment to provide compassionate, high-quality and patient-centered care. Beyond her role as a healthcare provider, Brandy is also passionate about education She devotes her spare time to teaching and mentoring new nurses at Austin Community College, sharing her expertise and nurturing the next generation of healthcare professions. When she’s not in the healthcare setting, Brandy enjoys the simple joys of life. She cherishes quality time with her son, finds solace in the company of her pets and feeds her wanderlust through travel. Her journey is not just about caring for patient buts also about embracing the world, one adventure at a time.
Danielle Kislin, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, MSN
Geriatric Medicine
Danielle is a board-certified Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. She received her Bachelor’s and Master’s of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas Arlington, and her Associates of Science in Nursing from Vernon College. She has 7 years of nurse case management experience caring for patients on hospice and individuals with high medical complexity. During her time as a hospice nurse, she developed an affinity for caring geriatric care, and feels privileged to continue to serve this population. She focuses her practice around providing compassionate and individualized care for the whole person and family unit. Danielle loves fly fishing, baking, thrift shopping, and home improvement projects. She has 2 fun dogs- Simon and Sage.
Heidi Kook-Willis, APRN, AGNP-C, MSN
Palliative Care
Heidi is a board certified Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner with a Master’s of Science in Nursing from UT Medical Branch at Galveston. During her 15 years of nursing experience, which includes ICU, cardiology, hospice and palliative care, she developed a passion for Geriatric and Palliative medicine. Her practice focuses on using a holistic approach to maximize health and quality of life in the older adult population. She considers it a privilege to support and care for patients and families as they navigate the challenges of aging and chronic illness. In her spare time, she enjoys volunteering at a free medical clinic, running, traveling, and enjoying the best of Austin’s food and music with her husband, two kids, and dog.
Marci Landin, MSN, APRN, AGPCNP-BC
Internal Medicine
Marci obtained degrees in psychology and biology before obtaining her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing through Texas Tech’s accelerated BSN program. She worked as a bedside nurse in critical care before pursuing her Master’s degree in Nursing from the University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston. She is a board certified Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) with a special interest in geriatrics and research. Marci is excited to join Austin Geriatric Specialists and work with this population whom, she feels, deserve individualized and holistic care that is delivered in a compassionate and dignified manner. When Marci is not working she enjoys traveling, trying out new restaurants, and spending time with her husband and two daughters.
Haiyan Liu, APRN, ACNS-BC, MSN
Internal Medicine
Haiyan received her BSN from the University of Texas at Austin in 2003 and worked for 5 years on the cardiovascular floor at Seton Medical Center. She then received her MSN from the University of Texas at Austin in 2008. She is a certified Adult Clinical Nurse Specialists who worked in cardiovascular disease management for Austin Heart for 2 years before turning her focus toward the geriatric population and joining Austin Geriatric Specialists in the spring of 2010.