Lori Balchik, MSN, APRN, CPNP-C, is a board-certified nurse practitioner at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Pediatrics. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio and completed her Master of Science in Nursing from Texas Tech University School of Nursing.

Lori cares for patients starting at infancy until 18 years of age. She is located at the SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Pediatrics office in Florissant. She sees patients for acute and chronic visits, as well as preventative care.

"My goal is to provide care that is individualized to meet the needs of the patient and incorporate a team approach, partnering with families, which promotes more positive outcomes. I focus on open lines of communication while providing compassionate and exceptional care to both the patient and the family."