Lori Ann Peterson

 Lori-Ann Peterson, FNP-C, AG-ACNP, AACC is a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner and Assistant Professor of Medicine at Mayo Clinic, Arizona. She specializes in evidence-based strategies to promote behavior change and improve cardiovascular outcomes, with clinical experience spanning both inpatient and outpatient cardiovascular settings. Her subspecialty focus includes cardio-oncology, with expertise in cardiovascular disease prevention and management.

Lori-Ann is passionate about patient education, lifestyle modification, medication adherence, and motivational approaches that empower individuals to make lasting health changes. Beyond her clinical practice, she has participated in medical missionary work, delivering care and health education in diverse, resource-limited communities. These experiences have honed her ability to communicate across cultures, address barriers to behavior change, and provide compassionate, patient-centered care.