Our Providers
Medical Director
Talissa has been with Geriatric Solutions since 2013 and also serves as a Hospice of the Valley medical director. She is board-certified in internal medicine and geriatric medicine. She received her bachelor’s in Biology from Baylor University and her doctorate in Medicine from Royal College of Surgeons in in Dublin, Ireland. She did her Internal Medicine Residency at the University of Vermont College of Medicine and her Geriatrics Fellowship at Boston University School of Medicine. Talissa was born in Syracuse, New York, and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Nurse Practitioner
Jessica was a Hospice of the Valley visit/phone triage nurse before joining Geriatric Solutions in 2023. Previously, she was an oncology nurse at Banner – University Medical Center in Phoenix and St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center. The Arizona native is a Grand Canyon University graduate and enjoys spending time with her fur babies and soon-to-be husband.
Nurse Practitioner
Emily has been with Hospice of the Valley since 2011, providing care in our inpatient units and supporting our agency with after-hours triage home visits. She joined Geriatric Solutions in 2021, focusing on managing chronic illness and helping patients avoid unnecessary medications, tests and hospitalizations. Emily has a bachelor’s in Registered Nursing and a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Arizona State University. As a family nurse practitioner, she treats patients across the age spectrum, but specializes in hospice and palliative care of adults patients. Her interests include writing, painting and doing home renovation projects. Combined, Emily and her husband have 11 adult children and 12 grandchildren.
Nurse Practitioner
Linda has been with Geriatric Solutions since 2014. She has been a nurse practitioner since 1995 and is certified by the American Nurse Association. She is credentialed in acute care adult/geriatrics. Linda has worked in multiple fields, including hospitals, clinics, prison medicine, home-based practice, skilled nursing and pediatrics, both as a registered nurse and nurse practitioner. She received her master’s in Nursing from Adelphi University in New York. Linda was born in the Bronx, right next to Yankee Stadium.
Nurse Practitioner
Carina joined Geriatric Solutions in 2019, after practicing internal medicine in a private practice in the West Valley. She attended University of Phoenix and is a board-certified family nurse practitioner. She has over 20 years of healthcare experience, having worked in acute care, skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation, home health, as well as hospice and palliative care. She is passionate about providing individualized care to the geriatric population. Carina is married and has two daughters.
Nurse Practitioner
Geoff joined Geriatric Solutions in 2022. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree from University of Colorado College of Nursing, and his Master of Science from Regis University in Denver, Colorado. He is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, with 13 years of hospital experience as a Registered Nurse in acute care. He is passionate about serving the geriatric population and learning from each patient interaction. Geoff is married with three children and a dog. His Catholic faith and family are very important aspects in his life. Fun fact: growing up in southern California, he has been fortunate to have skied and surfed, all in the same day.
Nurse Practitioner
Carolyn joined Geriatric Solutions in 2022, shortly after joining Hospice of the Valley in 2021 as an After Hours visit nurse. She was a registered nurse for over eight years in a hospital setting before becoming a board-certified family nurse practitioner. She is a graduate of Grand Canyon University and a certified Wound, Ostomy and Continence nurse. Originally from Georgia, Carolyn enjoys country-dancing with her soon-to-be husband, writing novels and reading.
Nurse Practitioner
Jessy joined Geriatric Solutions in early 2021. A certified Family Nurse Practitioner, and received her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from the University of Arizona and her bachelor's degree from Grand Canyon University. Her clinical history, dating back to 2007, includes hospice, pediatric emergency, couplet care, forensics and sleep medicine. Jessy is married with three children and three dogs. She enjoys spending her free time being active with her family.
Nurse Practitioner
Tracey joined Geriatric Solutions in 2022. She obtained her Bachelor of Nursing degree from Mount Royal University in Calgary, Alberta, and her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree at Arizona State University. She is board-certified in family medicine and previously worked as a registered nurse for 12 years in disaster-relief medicine and intensive care. Tracey continues to volunteer with nongovernmental organizations as a private consultant to develop international disaster-relief policies and procedures. Tracey is a member of Sigma Theta Thau, American Nurses Association and American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Nurse Practitioner
Maria joined Geriatric Solutions in 2023 after practicing pulmonary and sleep medicine in Central Phoenix. She has 19 years of healthcare experience, is board-certified in Family Medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She draws upon her extensive background in cardiovascular ICU nursing when helping patients and families navigate the complexities of their healthcare needs. The native Phoenician enjoys volunteering to improve the lives of pets and people in her community.
Nurse Practitioner
Autumn joined Geriatric Solutions in 2023, after seven years as a registered nurse, working primarily in inpatient adult and pediatric ICU settings. The board board-certified family nurse practitioner has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Arizona State University and a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Arizona. She is proud of attaining Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing for a children’s hospital and mentoring many nursing students and new graduate nurses. Autumn and her husband enjoy traveling, hiking, sporting events and spending time with their cat and two dogs.
Medical Director
Jamie joined Geriatric Solutions in 2022. She is a board-certified physician with 10 years’ experience in family medicine, palliative care and hospice care. She volunteers as a clinical faculty member for the School of Medicine at Mayo Clinic. She is a graduate from Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine and did her residency at University of Maryland Medical Center. She enjoys reading, hiking and fishing.
Nurse Practitioner
Jennifer joined Geriatric Solutions in 2023 after 10 years in acute care nursing. She is a Grand Canyon University graduate and board certified through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners in Family Medicine. Jennifer is originally from Ohio and a big fan of most sports and adventure.
Nurse Practitioner
Samantha has been with Geriatric Solutions since 2018 and is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She also is adjunct faculty at University of Arizona’s College of Nursing, her undergraduate alma mater. She received her Master of Science in Nursing from Grand Canyon University. Her broad clinical experience includes critical care, pediatrics, primary care and geriatrics. She has a fun, full household with her husband, four children, a dog and a cat.