Donald Hovander, MSN, AGNP‑BC, is an Adult‑Gerontology Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about providing personalized, compassionate care to adults of all ages. With more than 20 years of nursing experience, he brings a calm, steady approach shaped by his years as a Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) caring for patients in the Medical Intensive Care Unit.
Before becoming a nurse, Donald served as a Green Beret Medic, where he learned to stay focused, adaptable, and dependable in high‑pressure situations, skills he brings to every patient interaction today.
He completed his Master of Science in Nursing in Adult‑Gerontology Primary Care at the University of Cincinnati and is licensed in North Carolina with specialization in both Adult Health and Gerontology.
Donald values building strong relationships, listening closely, and partnering with patients to support their long‑term health and well‑being.