Really appreciate how Kindra narrated the process and I know exactly what was happening, what was going to happen next, and expected pain/feeling I would be experiencing.

March 5, 2026

Kindra is the best primary care provider I’ve ever had. She takes all of my concerns seriously and never makes me feel like she’s talking down to me. She explains medical terms in a way that is easy to understand and makes sure I understand the plan for my medical needs. I truly feel like she has my best interests and health at heart.

February 24, 2026

Kindra was very thorough and careful in my annual physical today. I feel heard and never rushed.

January 21, 2026

Kindra is always kind and compassionate no matter how busy she is. She always makes you feel like you are her only patient and takes her time answering all of your questions as well as looks through the chart to make sure everything is up to date.

December 5, 2025

Kindra is always attentive and gets to root problems and issues. When I bring a health concern to her, I know she won’t mess around. She takes it all seriously and offers her honest opinion. I have a high degree of trust in Kindra!

November 22, 2025

Very thorough and professional. Kindra is a caring and thoughtful healthcare provider. Thank You.

November 22, 2025

Kendra is a provider who combines personal communication skills with medical skills to give her patients confidence that they are being heard and cared for.

September 23, 2025

Seeing Kindra is always helpful. She's attentive, reassuring, pleasant, and thorough.

September 17, 2025

Kindra has always been so nice to me and I feel privileged to have her as my primary care doctor. They really take care of people at McFarland and I always feel like I am going to get someone knowledgeable when I need it, which I highly respect.

September 3, 2025

I think very highly of Kindra and meeting with her is always a good experience. She listens and tries to help with all my health issues.

June 10, 2025

I enjoy visiting with Kindra. She always answers my questions. Very helpful and informative.

May 19, 2025

Was very kind and thorough. Talked in laymen's terms that you understood what was going on. Very caring.

March 27, 2025

Kindra P Gaulke, ARNP, always listens to me and tries to figure out what is wrong. I trust her a lot. I do not have to wait long to get an appointment to see her.

February 1, 2025

Kindra is so kind. She makes everyone feel important and heard.

January 30, 2025

I was very pleased with the time and attention I was given during my appointment. My questions were addressed and i left feeling confident with what I learned.

December 12, 2024

She truly listens and has great empathy. She works hard to create a plan that is best for me and my needs, not just a blanket recommendation for all.

November 13, 2024

Kinda is great! She is very easy to talk to and listens to concerns. She explains things very thoroughly and has a great bedside manner.

November 6, 2024

Very pleasant and respectful . Listens well to what is happening to my body. Kindra has answers to why it s happening and explains clearly what options are. Takes her time with patients and doesn’t rush them out the door. I am very happy to have such a supportive person to be my provider in the medical community.

October 16, 2024

As usual Kindra was upbeat, knowledgeable, and helpful. All of the people I interacted with (incl. reception, nurse, lab) were professional and pleasant to work with.

October 1, 2024

Very thorough! We always feel well taken care of with Kindra! She explains things and goes over all treatment options. Highly recommend

September 30, 2024

Kindra has a great balance of healthcare knowledge and interpersonal skills. I am confident in the healthcare I receive and feel seen and heard.

September 18, 2024

About

Joined McFarland Clinic

October 2019

Languages Spoken

English

Education & Professional Certification

Certifications

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners ARNP Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Iowa Board of Nursing Registered Nurse

Education

Allen College, Waterloo, IA

Master's Degree in Nursing with Distinction, Nurse Practitioner in Family Medicine; 2016

Mercy College of Nursing, Des Moines, IA

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing; 2014

Mercy College of Nursing, Des Moines, IA

Associate's Degree in Nursing; 2013

Professional Societies

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Iowa Nurse Practitioner Society

Kindra Gaulke, ARNP

Primary Clinic

Family Medicine East Office

Patient Testimonials