
Krista J Kirchner, NP
Pain Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 21-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleLocations
- Emplify Health La Crosse Pain Medicine
- 710 Denton Street, La Crosse, WI 54601
- Get Directions
- Phone: 608-775-9000
- Emplify Health La Crosse Injection Clinic
- 710 Denton Street, La Crosse, WI 54601
- Get Directions
- Phone: 608-775-9000
- Emplify Health Winona Pain Medicine
- 1122 West Highway 61, Winona, MN 55987
- Get Directions
- Phone: 507-615-0600
- Emplify Health West Union Pain Management
- 112 Jefferson Street, West Union, IA 52175
- Get Directions
- Phone: 563-422-3811
Expertise
Education
- Graduate School: Viterbo University, 2018
- Certification: American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners, Family Medicine NP, 2018
Insurance
- Aetna Health Management
- Amerigroup Iowa Inc
- Anthem BCBS WI
- Arise Health Plan/ WPS
- BCBS MN
- Benefit Plan Administrators
- Care Wisconsin
- CIGNA
- Community Link
- Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
- HealthEOS by Multiplan
- Healthpartners, Inc
- Independent Care Health Plan Medicaid
- Medica IFB
- Meritain Health
- MHS Health
- Midlands Choice
- Quartz
- The Alliance
- Tricare West
- Ucare Minnesota
- United Healthcare Inc.
- WCA Group Health Trust
- Wellmark BCBS IA
- Wisconsin Physician Services
Reviews
4.9 of 5 stars
126 Ratings, 49 ReviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2026
I was so impressed with Krista. It's the first time I have had a visit with her. She was kind, very professional, and the way she explained things to me was very clear and helped me so much. I left with a degree of hope and great respect for Krista, and I would certainly recommend her to anyone else. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/1/2026
This entire department gives outstanding support, service, and are very accommodating !!! As for Krista, my care provider, I could not have it any better. She totally understands what I'm dealing with. She talks WITH me about my care. I trust her and her decisions what is best for me !!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2026
Gave all alternatives and good explanations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2026
Ms. Kirchner definitely gives you the feeling she cares! Wonderful personality and great care!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2026
Best provider I have ever seen for this matter. Hands down the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2026
In person is better but not in all situations. My chart isn't as accurate for prescriptions as it once was.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2026
I am not a tech person. I do not watch for info, appointments, msg etc
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2026
Once again I had a very informative session with Krista Kirchner APNP. She asked how I was doing, if I had questions re my current conditions etc. My husband was with me too and Krista answered his questions. Krista Kirchner is a valued member of my health-care team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2026
Fast courteous service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2026
Krista Kirchner was very thorough, respectful, caring, she treated me with uniqueness, answered all questions and made sure we had a plan in place. I will recommend her highly! Thanks
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2026
The office was very easy to find
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2026
Krista is always an excellent listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2026
Krista is excellent! She explained my MRI results and condition better than anyone before. She took her time and made sure I understood what my options were.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2026
I really liked how things were explained
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2026
Krista Kirchner is a wonderful provider. She is such an asset to your hospital/clinic. I am very grateful to have her as one of my specialists there.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/7/2026
NP Krista Kirchner was absolutely, hands-down one of the best physicians I've come across at this Gundersen/Emplify. She listened to me pour over my chronic pain story without interruption and provided sound, evidence-based feedback and showed genuine concern for my chronic pain. It sucks! And she was empathic, understanding and KIND!!! She provided three basic solutions and collectively, we decided on a plan moving forward to help minimize my pain. Please do everything you can to keep this exceptional healthcare provider from going anywhere else. For someone so young, she had a wealth of knowledge and experience when it comes to helping people relieve chronic pain. My thanks to her for listening, not judging and truly wanting to help. Thank you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2026
it was perfect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2026
Krista is phenomenal provider!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2026
Krista is a great provider and always explains things well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2026
Krista is a good listener, and never feel she is rushed for time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2026
I was so thankful to be seen as soon as I needed. Just so thankful to be heard to get some relief!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2026
Krista is wonderful. She is very accommodating & is a very good listener. She also provided with all the contacts I need to take care of my other needs. She is certainly an asset to this department.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2026
I loved the experience and care of the pain management team. They provide me with with excellent treatment for my lumbar back issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2026
She explained everything very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2026
Krista is easy to talk with, and explains things well. She is an asset to the dept.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2026
Very experienced and knowledgeable PA. Probably knows as much if not more then physician. Very through.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2026
Every one from scheduling to get me to the appropriate PA, to the nurse and setting up the video call. Trust them all.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2026
Excellent NP with clear explanations and helped me immnensely.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2026
Krista is a wonderful addition to your healthcare team. Very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2026
Krista is amazing. Her ability to boil down complicated issues and present it in an understandable way is 2nd to none. I am very fortunate to have her as my pain mgt provider. GIVE HER A RAISE!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
She was very good and understands my problems.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
Krista is like friend. I can't wait to see her. I never feel like I'm a taking too much of her time. She has so much knowledge. She always has time to help me with any issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
I find MyChart difficult to use. Mostly I don't go there.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2026
Pain Management Department, works very hard to provide Pain Care, to those in Great Need of Pain Management. Thank you, to the Whole Department.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2026
Every care team that I have worked with at Gundersen/Emplify have always been very professional and personable people that seem to truly care for my best interests and health. GREAT teams all the way around!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
Krista treated me as a person not a number. She great concern for the pain I was having. She showed me on a spin exactly what was going to be done to me in the future. she was GREAT
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/26/2025
Krista is a wonderful health care provider, she listens and genuinely cares! The treatment she gives me helps very much!! I have and will continue to recommend her!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
My experience with this provider was and has been extraordinary, I can not express how grateful I am to have been moved to Ms Kirschner for care, she is amazing and totally dedicated to her patients and she has a brilliant mind to go with it, without a doubt Gundersen best provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
I don't like that when I email my provider, it goes to a nurse and I have to waste time trying to bring them up to speed with my situation. It was nicer in the past when I could have commutations with my provider. Now if want to talk to them, I have to make an appointment which ties up more of my providers time. Need to figure out something else.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
Krista listened very carefully to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2025
Dr. Kirchner was great to work with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Has there been poany movement as far as my hip replacement surgery being moved moved up so I can get replacement sooner?
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2025
Everything was excellent with Krista
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Krista was a good listener and I felt she was very concerned about my pain issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2025
we are not computer users. sorry.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
I very much appreciate the time Krista spent with me. I was able to adj all my questions, and she is an excellent and empathetic listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
The only frustration is the length of time it takes to get an appointment for pain injection. Six weeks at this point.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/5/2025
this provider pays good attention to details
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2026
I was so impressed with Krista. It's the first time I have had a visit with her. She was kind, very professional, and the way she explained things to me was very clear and helped me so much. I left with a degree of hope and great respect for Krista, and I would certainly recommend her to anyone else. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/1/2026
This entire department gives outstanding support, service, and are very accommodating !!! As for Krista, my care provider, I could not have it any better. She totally understands what I'm dealing with. She talks WITH me about my care. I trust her and her decisions what is best for me !!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2026
Gave all alternatives and good explanations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2026
Ms. Kirchner definitely gives you the feeling she cares! Wonderful personality and great care!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2026
Best provider I have ever seen for this matter. Hands down the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2026
In person is better but not in all situations. My chart isn't as accurate for prescriptions as it once was.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2026
I am not a tech person. I do not watch for info, appointments, msg etc
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2026
Once again I had a very informative session with Krista Kirchner APNP. She asked how I was doing, if I had questions re my current conditions etc. My husband was with me too and Krista answered his questions. Krista Kirchner is a valued member of my health-care team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2026
Fast courteous service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2026
Krista Kirchner was very thorough, respectful, caring, she treated me with uniqueness, answered all questions and made sure we had a plan in place. I will recommend her highly! Thanks
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2026
The office was very easy to find
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2026
Krista is always an excellent listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2026
Krista is excellent! She explained my MRI results and condition better than anyone before. She took her time and made sure I understood what my options were.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2026
I really liked how things were explained
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2026
Krista Kirchner is a wonderful provider. She is such an asset to your hospital/clinic. I am very grateful to have her as one of my specialists there.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/7/2026
NP Krista Kirchner was absolutely, hands-down one of the best physicians I've come across at this Gundersen/Emplify. She listened to me pour over my chronic pain story without interruption and provided sound, evidence-based feedback and showed genuine concern for my chronic pain. It sucks! And she was empathic, understanding and KIND!!! She provided three basic solutions and collectively, we decided on a plan moving forward to help minimize my pain. Please do everything you can to keep this exceptional healthcare provider from going anywhere else. For someone so young, she had a wealth of knowledge and experience when it comes to helping people relieve chronic pain. My thanks to her for listening, not judging and truly wanting to help. Thank you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2026
it was perfect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2026
Krista is phenomenal provider!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2026
Krista is a great provider and always explains things well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2026
Krista is a good listener, and never feel she is rushed for time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2026
I was so thankful to be seen as soon as I needed. Just so thankful to be heard to get some relief!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2026
Krista is wonderful. She is very accommodating & is a very good listener. She also provided with all the contacts I need to take care of my other needs. She is certainly an asset to this department.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2026
I loved the experience and care of the pain management team. They provide me with with excellent treatment for my lumbar back issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2026
She explained everything very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2026
Krista is easy to talk with, and explains things well. She is an asset to the dept.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2026
Very experienced and knowledgeable PA. Probably knows as much if not more then physician. Very through.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2026
Every one from scheduling to get me to the appropriate PA, to the nurse and setting up the video call. Trust them all.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2026
Excellent NP with clear explanations and helped me immnensely.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2026
Krista is a wonderful addition to your healthcare team. Very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2026
Krista is amazing. Her ability to boil down complicated issues and present it in an understandable way is 2nd to none. I am very fortunate to have her as my pain mgt provider. GIVE HER A RAISE!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
She was very good and understands my problems.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
Krista is like friend. I can't wait to see her. I never feel like I'm a taking too much of her time. She has so much knowledge. She always has time to help me with any issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
I find MyChart difficult to use. Mostly I don't go there.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2026
Pain Management Department, works very hard to provide Pain Care, to those in Great Need of Pain Management. Thank you, to the Whole Department.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2026
Every care team that I have worked with at Gundersen/Emplify have always been very professional and personable people that seem to truly care for my best interests and health. GREAT teams all the way around!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
Krista treated me as a person not a number. She great concern for the pain I was having. She showed me on a spin exactly what was going to be done to me in the future. she was GREAT
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/26/2025
Krista is a wonderful health care provider, she listens and genuinely cares! The treatment she gives me helps very much!! I have and will continue to recommend her!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
My experience with this provider was and has been extraordinary, I can not express how grateful I am to have been moved to Ms Kirschner for care, she is amazing and totally dedicated to her patients and she has a brilliant mind to go with it, without a doubt Gundersen best provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
I don't like that when I email my provider, it goes to a nurse and I have to waste time trying to bring them up to speed with my situation. It was nicer in the past when I could have commutations with my provider. Now if want to talk to them, I have to make an appointment which ties up more of my providers time. Need to figure out something else.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
Krista listened very carefully to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2025
Dr. Kirchner was great to work with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Has there been poany movement as far as my hip replacement surgery being moved moved up so I can get replacement sooner?
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2025
Everything was excellent with Krista
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Krista was a good listener and I felt she was very concerned about my pain issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2025
we are not computer users. sorry.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
I very much appreciate the time Krista spent with me. I was able to adj all my questions, and she is an excellent and empathetic listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
The only frustration is the length of time it takes to get an appointment for pain injection. Six weeks at this point.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/5/2025
this provider pays good attention to details