Meet Teresa Schenck, DNP, CPNP-PC

👩‍⚕️ Your Experienced Pediatric Healthcare Partner

Partnering with parents for healthy children across Scott, Muscatine, and Clinton Counties, Iowa

🎓 Education & Credentials

Academic Excellence

• Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) - University of Iowa, 2012

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - University of Iowa, 2009 (graduated with honors)

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing - University of Iowa, 1980 (graduated with honors)

• Licensed Registered Nurse - Iowa, since 1980

Professional Certifications

• Board Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP)

• Primary Care Certification - renewed annually

• Continuing Education - attends yearly pediatric conferences to stay current with best practices

💼 Extensive Clinical Experience

45 Years of Pediatric Nursing Excellence

• 16+ years as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

• 16 years with Visiting Nurse Association providing home care to newborns and children

• Multiple years caring for children birth to 21 at Community Health Centers in rural Iowa

Specialized Experience

• Home-based pediatric care for newborns and children with various illnesses

• Primary care for children of all ages in community health settings

• Rural healthcare expertise serving underserved populations

• Clinical education mentoring nursing students and nurse practitioner students

🏠 Why Teresa Founded Tots N Teens Pediatric Housecalls

After years of traditional healthcare settings, Teresa recognized families needed:

• More convenient access to quality pediatric care

• Personalized attention without the rush of busy clinics

• Direct provider communication without intermediaries

• Comfortable care environment for children and families

🎯 Our Mission

To provide a convenient alternative to healthcare when the need arises.

We Understand Life Gets Complicated:

• Winter healthcare crunch - busy offices, long waits, difficult appointments

• Sibling childcare challenges - no need to find babysitters for other children

• Visiting family situations - out-of-town guests needing pediatric care

• Comfort preferences - your child recovers better at home

What Makes Us Different:

• Well visits available for those needing primary care

• Vaccine friendly information provided (vaccines not administered, but we'll guide you to resources if you need them)

• Direct provider access - Teresa handles all patient calls personally

• No waiting days for call-backs or answers to your questions

🤝 Teresa's Approach to Care

Personal, Professional, and Passionate About Pediatric Health

Teresa believes that parents know their children best. Her approach focuses on:

• Collaborative healthcare decisions

• Respecting family values and preferences

• Providing education and resources to empower parents

• Building lasting relationships based on trust and communication

Direct Communication Promise

When you call or text, you're reaching Teresa directly - not an answering service or office staff. Your concerns deserve immediate, personal attention from your healthcare provider.

📍 Service Areas

Bringing quality pediatric care to your door in:

• Scott County, Iowa

• Muscatine County, Iowa

• Clinton County, Iowa

💡 Teresa's Philosophy

"After decades in pediatric nursing, I've learned that healing happens best when children feel safe and comfortable. There's no place more comfortable than home, and no advocates stronger than parents. My job is to support both - bringing professional expertise to your family's most trusted environment."

Ready to experience personalized pediatric care? Contact us today.