Laurie Roberts has worked in healthcare since the early 1980’s. She gained early experience in nearly all fields including Pediatrics, Family Practice, General and Vascular Surgery while she completed her studies toward her Nursing degree.

After obtaining ANCC certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner, she worked in Urgent Care for the next 13 years. She then went on to fulfill locum’s assignments in a variety of settings from large Urgent Care Centers to Corporate Wellness Clinics.

She is currently owner and clinician of Upscale Health, where she provides health care “outside of the box” including house calls and telehealth. She is also a COPE Certified Health Coach, Laurie’s learning process is ongoing as she continues to study Holistic health measures such as Reflexology, Essential Oils, Reiki among others.

Aside from her professional life, she resides in western Kentucky with her husband of 31 years. She enjoys being able to work from home as this allows to her enjoy her daylily garden. She is also an avid fan of Yorkshire Terriers and is the proud owner of one herself. Laurie looks forward to spending time with her 3-year-old Yorkie who goes by the name of Sir Rock Cosmo as it helps her unwind and recharge her batteries after a busy day at work.

Affiliations

• Past Member of Sigma Theta Tau
• Member AANP

Education

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing with honors from the University of Kentucky, Madisonville Community College in 1994
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing with honors from Murray State University in 1996
• Master’s Degree in Nursing with honors from Murray State University in 1998