Krislyn Carder, APRN

Krislyn Carder, APRN, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. Originally from Terre Haute, Indiana, she now lives in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Krislyn’s journey into healthcare began during college while working as a pharmacy technician—an experience that sparked her passion for nursing. She earned her Associate of Science in Nursing from Ivy Tech Community College in 2018, followed by a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2020, and a Master of Science in Nursing from Western Governors University in 2022. She completed a Post-Master’s Certificate in Family Nurse Practitioner studies at Indiana State University in 2023.

Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Krislyn spent five years as a labor and delivery nurse, where she supported patients during some of the most significant moments of their lives and gained extensive experience in providing empathetic, individualized care. Now, as a Family Nurse Practitioner certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, she specializes in chronic pain management, helping patients improve their quality of life through personalized treatment plans.

Krislyn is an active member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the American Society of Pain and Neuroscience. She remains committed to professional growth and regularly attends conferences and continuing education events to stay at the forefront of pain management practices.



Outside of her clinical work, Krislyn enjoys spending time with her husband, Adrian, and their golden retriever, Chief. She loves the outdoors, playing pickleball, watching Formula 1, and cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs. She is proud to be part of the Pain Treatment Centers of America and looks forward to making a lasting impact on the lives of her patients.