The Times - Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley

DAYTON—Columbia County Healthcare System announced the addition of Primary Care Provider and Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner Lindsay McLaughlin at the Columbia Family Clinic.

Born in Las Cruces, N.M., McLaughlin grew up in a rural setting and spent her childhood adventuring around her grandfather’s cattle ranch.

“I’ve basically wanted to do rural, primary care for as long as I can remember,” McLaughlin said in a release.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in biomedical science and a bachelor's in nursing from Northern Arizona University. McLaughlin has practiced as a nurse in both Arizona and New Mexico for several years, with her care experience ranging from a progressive care unit to a rural urgent care center near the Grand Canyon.

“I decided to get my master’s degree, with a Family Nurse Practitioner speciality, from Chamberlain University almost three years ago, and I love being a nurse practitioner,” she shared. “I specialize in primary care across the lifespan, and I enjoy doing dermatological procedures, as well.”

McLaughlin moved to the area with her husband and three children, who keep her busy! When she’s not providing medical care, she says she enjoys gardening, art, reading, and various home improvement projects.

“I think the most important aspect of primary care, outside of being a competent and safe provider, is to really listen to your patient and be respectful of their wishes,” she said. “Patients are the most important part of their healthcare team, and I enjoy educating and empowering people with the tools they need to affect the changes they desire in their life and health.”

McLaughlin said she is pleased to be in Dayton, and she feels very blessed to be a part of the Columbia Family Clinic team.