Our Clinical Team

Haley is an ACSM certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist with over 9 years experience managing a variety of different cardiac conditions from heart attack to heart transplant. Since joining our team Haley has served countless patients through our virtual platform. Her patient centric-approach and personalized programming continually shapes the experience and long term success of Carda Health patients, and our partnerships within our physician network. In her free time, Haley enjoys nature and the outdoors and likes to participate in activities such as hiking, climbing, camping, swimming, kayaking, gardening, trail running, and biking. She also spends a lot of time in the gym and is a competitive nationally qualified natural bodybuilder and a vegetarian. Haley has a dog named Pinot and a daughter named Sunny, and loves to spend as much time with them as possible.

I am a mother of 3 kids under the age of 3, so my hobbies include keeping up with them or anything active/adventurous with my husband! A fun fact is that I have fraternal twin boys! I joined Carda health looking to get back to working in the Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation field after taking time off to stay at home with my babies!

I joined Carda Health because I am passionate about helping others make lifestyle changes to manage chronic disease and ultimately, achieve a better quality of life. When not working with patients, I enjoy being outdoors as much as possible doing activities such as fishing, exercising, and gardening.

I graduated from from Virginia Tech in 2014 with my BS in HNFE with a focus on Exercise and Health Promotion. I have worked in Cardiac and Pulmonary rehab for the past 7+ years. I joined Carda because I wanted a chance to work with other CEPs and I thought it may be a way to reach more people that are in need of rehab that do not live close to a facility. My family and I are runners and completed our first half marathon last October.

I am a Nurse Practitioner, with experience in cardiology and dermatology. I joined Carda because it tied in with my cardiology experience as an RN. I have 2 girls, and 1 boy and I LOVE to read and play with them and my husband and I love to swing dance!

Carda Health offers a platform where clinicians can provide exceptional care for patients no matter where they are located and continues to break barriers when it comes to providing cardiopulmonary rehab. This is one of the many reasons I joined and I couldn't be happier providing care to my patients. While I absolutely love what I do for work, I love to unwind at the end of the day with my 115 lb. Bernese Mountain Dog, Ozzy. When we aren't out on a new adventure, he is content laying on my lap, taking the longest snooze.

I'm a Clinical Exercise Physiologist with a 7+ year background in cardiopulmonary rehab at an academic medical center. I have enjoyed working with a wide variety of patients, high acuity cardiac conditions, and educating others on a shared pathway to health. I joined Carda for the opportunity to continue online while also funding my miniature schnauzer's expensive taste in meal prep and fashion!

Katelyn is an ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist with 7+ years of experience working directly with patients in cardiovascular and pulmonary rehab. She loves getting people back to doing what they love. Throughout her career so far, she has been able to help her patients from day one of recovery in the hospital all the way through graduation from their rehabilitation and beyond! When she isn’t working, Katelyn can be found spending time with her husband, Logan, adventuring in her Jeep, camping at the lake, or getting into a good book. She is passionate about music, loves working on and learning about cars, and enjoys taking care of her pets.

I'm Seth and currently live in Iowa. I joined Carda because I believe in the delivery of great healthcare regardless of circumstance/location. I truly believe this program has the power to change lives. When I'm not working I am a husband & father to two girls with a bread baking and running addiction.

My name is Kristin Leinfelder and I joined Carda Health to offer cardiopulmonary support to patients across the United States and help them manage and control their risk factors to live fulfilling lives. I enjoy hiking, working out, cooking (hoping one day to open a small cafe), gardening, and teaching anatomy & physiology classes as well as wellness classes at a local college.

I joined this company as I love helping people and loved the idea of still being able to reach people throughout the country in a different format. I continue at Carda because of the connections I have made with patients and their accomplishments/goals that are met as a result of this program. When I am not working with patients I am either on a walk/run or reading a good book.

Katelyn is an ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist with 6 years of experience working directly with patients in cardiovascular and pulmonary rehab. She loves getting people back to doing what they love. Throughout her career so far, she has been able to help her patients from day one of recovery in the hospital all the way through graduation from their rehabilitation and beyond! When she isn’t working, Katelyn can be found spending time with her husband, Logan, adventuring in her Jeep, camping at the lake, or getting into a good book. She is passionate about music, loves working on and learning about cars, and enjoys taking care of animals. She has two cats at home named Wendy and Honey.

My name is Emily and I have always had a love for health and fitness. Years of gymnastics, cheerleading and learning how to take care of your body lead me to begin my career in health care. I have a passion for helping others and when I'm not working, you will find me making new recipes in the kitchen, at the beach or spoiling my dog!

I joined Carda Health because I wanted to work with a diverse patient population. I love running, camping, traveling, lifting weights, reading, and hiking.

I joined Carda Health to share my passion for helping others achieve their health and wellness goals. In my free time, I enjoy staying active and playing in the mountains, exploring with my dog, and beekeeping.

Caitlin joined Carda to encourage patients with cardiac and pulmonary disease to live healthier so they can enjoy a better quality of life. Outside of work, Caitlin enjoys spending time with her husband, goldendoodle, and brand new baby girl.

I joined Carda to promote health and wellness to those that need it most all over the nation. In my free time I enjoy watching sports, golfing, and spending time with my wife and dogs.

Carda Health was a great fit for me because it allows me the opportunity to encourage and help people all over the country, which is extremely unique and rewarding. I really enjoy spending time with my dogs, Ryder and Khaleesi and going to Disney World.

Hi! I was born and raised in North Carolina. I joined Carda because I loved their innovation and drive. My hobbies are tennis, pickleball, and travel! I also love all things fall and Halloween!

I joined Carda to be able to reach those who are not able to get to a traditional cardiopulmonary rehab. I believe that all should have access to these types of rehabilitation services, and Carda is a great way to achieve this. My free time is spent with family, outdoor activities, sports activities, reading, and gaming.

I am an Exercise Physiologist who graduated with a Masters Degree in May of 2019. I joined Carda Health to be able to provide my knowledge to others and help patients all over the country! I have a large love for music and enjoy going to concerts (no matter how big or small) and spending time with my Husband and two cats Gemma and Cali.

I am an Exercise Physiologist with 3+ years experience, with 2.5 years in Cardiac Rehab and 1 year in Cardiology Lab. I joined Carda health to continue helping others live their best lives doing what they love. I was born and raised in Fairbanks, Alaska where I grew up dancing for 22 years and study Karate for 16 year, earning my second degree black belt!

My passion for cardiopulmonary rehab is driven by helping patients nationwide manage their chronic disease by managing risk factors and teaching lifestyle modifications to help improve patient's overall health. Outside of working with patients, I like to explore hiking trails, walk on the beach at the Oregon coast, snowboard, read and cook.

Nicole obtained her Masters in Kinesiology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte after falling in love with the field of exercise science during her undergraduate studies. Recently married to her "partner-in-adventure", Nicole spent a month roadtripping with her husband, visiting the "Mighty 5" national parks in Utah. On the weekends, you can find her snuggling her dogs, Daffodil and Dexter, indoor rock-climbing, or cooking up a new recipe.

I am an ACSM certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist with 4 years combined experience in cardiovascular stress testing and cardiopulmonary rehab. I joined the Carda Health team to further my ability to reach patients who otherwise might not receive a quality rehab experience. I am passionate about giving individuals the tools they need to exercise in an effective and safe manner through proper exercise prescription. Outside of work, I enjoy lifting weights, spending time outdoors, and drinking coffee!

I joined Carda Health in order to be part of the transition into telemedicine and help facilitate outstanding care to those who don't otherwise have resources available to them. I like to hike, play basketball, and cut hair in my free time.

I am a clinical exercise physiologist with a passion for cardiopulmonary rehab. I love connecting with patients and hearing their stories while navigating through their journey to better health. I joined Carda because of the passion each employee has for making a difference in someone's life and because of the opportunity to use my degrees/certifications to serve the community. A few hobbies I have are coaching soccer in my free time as well as taking my dog to the park!

I joined Carda health to share my knowledge and help make a difference in people's lives. In my free time I like to go to concerts, play disc golf or some type of activity outside, and watching sports.

"I have been a cardiopulmonary rehab clinical exercise physiologist for 3 years. I enjoy working in this field because I love knowing that I am able to be a part of a patient's journey towards a healthy lifestyle. I also have experience as a personal trainer and helping others reach their fitness goals. Outside of work, I enjoy spending my time outdoors, working out at the gym, watching football (go Cowboys and Chiefs), and making memories with my son and dalmatians! "

I am a Clinical Exercise Physiologist currently residing in Durham, NC. My husband and I made the move to North Carolina in 2020 from Upstate New York, where I was born and raised. I joined Carda Health working in cardiopulmonary rehab to have the opportunity to build relationships with patients and help them achieve their overall wellness goals. Outside of work, you can find me taking a run, hiking, or playing with our fun-loving Goldendoodle dog, Brodie!

After spending 20 years providing acute care in the Emergency Department, I wanted to help patients on a more personal level and focus on health improvement and prevention. Carda Health allows me to follow patients as they progress and see the improvement in their day to day activities that cardiopulmonary rehab can provide. My favorite activity outside of medicine is Irish stepdancing, which I started as a middle aged adult!

I am a board certified cardiologist. I joined Carda to help prevent cardiovascular disease.

I am an enthusiast for learning new things and trying new experiences. I joined Carda to help get people back on their feet and live happy lives. I chose this career after having heart failure at the age of 21.

Emily is an certified clinical exercise physiologist and have received the exercise is medicine credential both from ACSM. She has worked with oncology patients as well as first responders in her previous roles and love using her psychology background to help heal the whole person not just the condition(s) they are experiencing.She joined Carda to help provide care to patients who might otherwise not receive it. She spends her free time with her mini Australian shepherd, Jax, and doing outdoorsy things like hunting at the family ranch.

I joined Carda Health because I wanted to be a part of their mission of bringing high quality healthcare directly to patients. I work from PA where I live with my husband and our 15 chickens (don't worry, the chickens live outside). I enjoy anything outdoorsy, and my ideal vacation would consist of lots of sunny summer days out boating on a lake.

I joined Carda because I love that we are able to make rehab more accessible for patients and educating them on the importance of exercise. I love to run and am constantly looking for my next marathon and spending time with my 2 cats and 2 dogs!

Meagan is an ACSM certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist and AACVPR Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional. Additionally, she has been a licensed massage therapist and registered yoga teacher since 2010. Meagan incorporates mindful movement, human physiology, and stress management skills into her patient care to promote their optimal wellbeing. Outside of patient care, Meagan enjoys hiking with her dog (Loki), summiting mountain peaks, camping, fly fishing, rafting, cross country skiing, foraging and practicing yoga.

I am a certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist with combined experience in the areas of clinical and corporate wellness. I joined Carda because I am passionate about promoting healthy lifestyle behavior change and supporting patients in reversing and managing chronic conditions. In my free time, I enjoy camping, hiking, and being in nature with my husband and two young children.

Lindsay is an Exercise Physiologist with over 10 years experience in Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab. She has always had a passion for Heart Health and was her rehab’s Team Captain for AHA Heart Walk for many years. "I joined Carda Health because I love the exceptional care they offer virtually for patients across the country!" She enjoys walking, blogging, spending time with her husband and supporting her two daughter’s activities with Dance, Soccer and Cheer.

Sam enjoys being outside and hiking with her dogs, Walter and Alfie. Her goal is to visit every national park in the United States. Living in Michigan, she gets to enjoy both summer and winter activities including: snowboarding, wakeboarding, skiing, and cycling. Staying active is extremely important to her.