About Us : Our Leadership
Sandra Festa Ryan, CPNP
Chief Nurse Practitioner Officer
Possessing the unique ability to connect with patients and form a lasting relationship, Sandy is a nationally certified pediatric nurse practitioner with a vast range of worldly, well-cultured practitioner experience. Sandy has over 22 years of nursing experience, from pediatrics to geriatrics. She has worked in multiple clinical settings, from charge nurse to director of ambulatory services to, most recently, practitioner in one of the largest, most productive South Jersey pediatric practices. A highly decorated veteran, Sandy proudly served 16 years in the United States Air Force as a nurse corps officer and as a stellar Air Force leader in diversified clinical settings. Sandy has been recognized as a proactive champion for children and a staunch supporter of preventative health care practices. An empathetic and comprehensive caregiver, Sandy helped move the U.S. military health system towards a more customer-driven environment.
"Nursing has such an incredible impact on patients' lives. Caring for the whole person—forming a relationship with my patients and being able to make a difference in their lives—gives me personal and professional fulfillment. I'm honored to be part of a profession that has an unwavering commitment to the patient and exemplifies the American spirit of compassion."