Allison Arends, MSN AGNP-C

Allison Arends is a Bariatric Certified Nurse and Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience in bariatric surgery. Her background includes extensive work in both clinic-based bariatric care and previously serving as a first assistant in the operating room.

As an active member of the Obesity Medicine Association and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Allison is deeply committed to advocacy, education, and advancing care for individuals living with obesity.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Central Methodist University and later completed her Master of Science in Nursing at Maryville University.