
Providers

Kaitana Dahle
FNP
Medical
Fortner Medical
896 Fortner St, Ontario, OR 97914
Kaitana provides family medicine services as a primary care provider. She manages chronic conditions and treats acute health problems. Kaitana is an advocate for health equity in rural communities, and she is an innovative leader in health care. Her educational training has taken her to various parts of the USA and abroad. Her approach to health care combines clinical expertise with elements of public health promotion. Her approach to care offers personalized, culturally appropriate, and holistic patient-centered care. She values collaboration, cooperation, clear communication, and confidentiality. Kaitana is enthusiastic to partner with patients as she shares her passion for health and wellness.
Kaitana grew up in Idaho after her first few years in Alaska. Her husband grew up in Payette County, and their family is involved in many aspects of the community. Kaitana enjoys playing sports, river rafting, hiking, snow skiing, paddle boarding, playing pickleball, weight lifting, reading, being involved in her faith community, content creation, playing with her kids, coaching youth sports, and supporting friends and family.
Special Trainings and Services:
Cervical cancer screening pap smears
Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder
Suture insertions
Skin biopsies
Nexplanon birth control insertion and removal
Special Awards and Recognitions:
Distinguished Student Specialty Award: Top Family Nurse Practitioner Student at The Ohio State University
MPH Student of the Year Award at BYU
Cum Laude Honors at Dartmouth College
Rufus Choate Scholar at Dartmouth College
Rick Angulo World Experience Award at Dartmouth College
NCAA Division One student athlete at Dartmouth College
Citizen of the Year
Publications:
Executive Functions and Health Behaviors Associated with the Leading Causes of Death in the United States: A Systematic Review. Journal of Health Psychology.
Mental and Emotional Self-Help Technology Apps: Cross-Sectional Study on Theory, Technology, and Mental Health Behaviors. JMIR Mental Health.
Associations Between Health Behaviors and Illnesses in Indonesia: Using the Health Belief Model to Improve Infant & Child Health. IMA World Health.