Q&A with Kristin
What is your favorite animated movie or cartoon?
One of my favorite animated movies is Encanto. I love the music in this movie as well as the characters.
What is your favorite children's book and why?
One of my favorite children's books is "Love You Forever" by Robert Munsch. It is a sweet book about a mother singing this to her son as he grows up. Eventually, his mother becomes too old and frail to sing it, so the son cradles his mom and sings it to her, and then to his newborn baby.
What was your favorite childhood toy?
I would say my favorite childhood toys were my Cabbage Patch dolls. I had 4, including a set of twin dolls. I liked taking them with me to the grocery store, changing their outfits and pushing them in a stroller.
Who is your greatest inspiration and why?
I inspire to be the best person I can be...by leading by example for my daughters or treating others the way I would want to be treated.
What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?
When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my two daughters. I love any and all theme parks and I love staying at local resorts and having a staycation. I also enjoy staying active, whether going on a walk or bike ride or just hanging out at the pool.
What inspired you to work in pediatrics?
I have always loved children and grew up babysitting from a young age. I love working in pediatrics and seeing the kids grow up over the years. I am passionate about early childhood development and understand the importance of recognizing developmental delays early on.
What unique qualities, skills, or services set you apart, and how do you build a positive rapport with patients and their families?
I have been a pediatric nurse practitioner here at this location for 18 years. I am good at explaining medical information in a simple direct way that is easy to understand. Although I do not look like her, I have had many patients tell me I sound like Ms Rachel when I sing to their little ones. I find most babies calm down and are not as anxious when I sing while examining them.
Toilet Training and Enuresis
School Concerns and Learning Disabilities
Asthma and Allergy Management
University of Central Florida in Orlando, FL (2004 - 2007)
Nursing School (Bachelor):
University of Central Flordia (2003 - 2004)
Nursing School (Associate):
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences (2000 - 2002)
Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
everyone in the office is always kind.
I love this pediatrician's office.It doesn't matter who we see everyone in the office is always kind and efficient
Jasmine w.
always very accommodating to make an appointment.
Pediatric Associates/Lake Mary is always very accommodating to make an appointment to see our girls. We especially like to see Kristen Powell & have used her for 13+ years.
Paula L.
The place was very clean.
The place was very clean, and the doctor and staff very friendly very nice job.
lanovia c.
Doctor Harris is amazing!
Doctor Harris is amazing! Always fully examines my kids and answers all concerns without rushing.
Maricel J.
I will take my daughter here again.
First time at this location and everyone was very nice. I will take my daughter here again
Chelsea M.
clean environment.
Always such friendly staff and clean environment.
Toe g.
I really enjoyed my visit today.
I really enjoyed my visit today and my daughter did to and I will love to continue to come here very fast environment and everyone is very respectful
Harmonie R.
Alway professional and helpful.
Alway professional and helpful Nothing but good to say about lake mary office and dr valerie
Mary
Always good service for kids.
Always good service for kids.
Ricardo A.
Excellent care and communication.
Excellent care and communication.
Shelly L.
Very friendly and very attentive.
(Translated by Google) Very friendly and very attentive (Original) Muy amigable y muy atento
chimadlyn m.
awesome office and staff.
Been here since my first daughter 33 years ago… awesome office and staff!!
Natasha M.
Thanks to all the staff.
Thanks to all the staff, they are always very professional, Daisy is very attentive, super friendly, always willing to help, she is the best, thank you, Daisy's, you are phenomenal.
Carmen R.
great efficient exam.
Thank you all for a great efficient exam. And thank you for fitting us in on short notice
Anthony M.
the doctor really listened to my son.
Was able to get an appointment same day. Everyone was very friendly. We didn't have to wait long at all & the doctor really listened to my son & put him at ease. Was very happy with every aspect & will continue bringing my son to this practice. Truly grateful!
Kaley R.
My girls love coming to the lake Mary location.
My girls love coming to the lake Mary location. The staff is excellent.
Flor D.
look forward to going back there again with my children.
It was a very pleasant visit, the staff was extremely helpful and friendly, I look forward to going back there again with my children
Asif A.
On time, courteous, professional.
On time, courteous, professional
Juanita J.
My experience was GREAT.
My experience was GREAT Dr.Harris Loved my kids showed respect he was very thoughtful 🥰💜 words can not describe how grateful I am THANK YOU SO MUCH to the Entire team 🤗
Jenna A.
Great experience!
Great experience! The staff was kind, patient, Highly recommend
Nada R.
everyone in the office is always kind.
I love this pediatrician's office.It doesn't matter who we see everyone in the office is always kind and efficient
Jasmine w.
always very accommodating to make an appointment.
Pediatric Associates/Lake Mary is always very accommodating to make an appointment to see our girls. We especially like to see Kristen Powell & have used her for 13+ years.
Paula L.
The place was very clean.
The place was very clean, and the doctor and staff very friendly very nice job.
lanovia c.
Doctor Harris is amazing!
Doctor Harris is amazing! Always fully examines my kids and answers all concerns without rushing.
Maricel J.
I will take my daughter here again.
First time at this location and everyone was very nice. I will take my daughter here again
Chelsea M.
clean environment.
Always such friendly staff and clean environment.
Toe g.
I really enjoyed my visit today.
I really enjoyed my visit today and my daughter did to and I will love to continue to come here very fast environment and everyone is very respectful
Harmonie R.
Alway professional and helpful.
Alway professional and helpful Nothing but good to say about lake mary office and dr valerie
Mary
Always good service for kids.
Always good service for kids.
Ricardo A.
Excellent care and communication.
Excellent care and communication.
Shelly L.
Very friendly and very attentive.
(Translated by Google) Very friendly and very attentive (Original) Muy amigable y muy atento
chimadlyn m.
awesome office and staff.
Been here since my first daughter 33 years ago… awesome office and staff!!
Natasha M.
Thanks to all the staff.
Thanks to all the staff, they are always very professional, Daisy is very attentive, super friendly, always willing to help, she is the best, thank you, Daisy's, you are phenomenal.
Carmen R.
great efficient exam.
Thank you all for a great efficient exam. And thank you for fitting us in on short notice
Anthony M.
the doctor really listened to my son.
Was able to get an appointment same day. Everyone was very friendly. We didn't have to wait long at all & the doctor really listened to my son & put him at ease. Was very happy with every aspect & will continue bringing my son to this practice. Truly grateful!
Kaley R.
My girls love coming to the lake Mary location.
My girls love coming to the lake Mary location. The staff is excellent.
Flor D.
look forward to going back there again with my children.
It was a very pleasant visit, the staff was extremely helpful and friendly, I look forward to going back there again with my children
Asif A.
On time, courteous, professional.
On time, courteous, professional
Juanita J.
My experience was GREAT.
My experience was GREAT Dr.Harris Loved my kids showed respect he was very thoughtful 🥰💜 words can not describe how grateful I am THANK YOU SO MUCH to the Entire team 🤗
Jenna A.
Great experience!
Great experience! The staff was kind, patient, Highly recommend
Nada R.