Kristen B. Schnurman, PA

Kristen Schnurman, PA, is a hospitalist at Intermountain Health's American Fork Hospital, Spanish Fork Hospital, and Utah Valley Hospital. As a hospitalist, Kristen cares for patients throughout their hospital stay. She helps coordinates treatment, manages medications, and works with specialists, nurses, and patients’ primary care providers to keep their care connected. She's in the hospital every day — listening, answering questions, and making sure patients understand their plan of care from admission through discharge.

As a provider, Kristen believes medicine is a team effort, with the patient at the center. Kristen listens closely and gives clear information. She works alongside patients, their families, and the care team to make thoughtful, evidence-based decisions that fit each patient's goals and values.

Kristen knows a hospital stay can feel stressful and overwhelming. She gives compassionate, straightforward care and helps patients understand what is happening and what to expect. She also works with them toward the best possible outcome.