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Annette C. Villena, APRN-BC

Annette C. Villena, APRN-BC

Cardiovascular Disease

accepting new patients

Meritas Health

Locations

Meritas Health Cardiology

2790 Clay Edwards Dr
Ste 520
North Kansas City, MO 64116

View hours
Monday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Meritas Health Cardiology

About Me

Biography

I enjoy visiting my daughter in Florida and large family in Kansas. I love flowers, nature, weight training, swimming and traveling to beach destinations.

Care Philosophy

I believe that knowledge is power. I strive to educate my patients in order to enable them to better understand their specific condition(s). This in turn leads to better self-care/home management and formation of a personal partnership to improve their quality of care.

Area of Interest

I have a special interest in treating and caring for patients with ischemic heart disease, peripheral artery disease, valvular heart disease and atrial fibrillation.

Teaching and Professional Positions

  • 2013-2020: Cotton-O'Neil Heart Center, Manhattan, KS, Cardiology Nurse Practitioner
  • 2002-2013: Washington County Hospital and Clinic, Washington, KS, Family Nurse Practitioner
  • 1998-2001: Cloud County Medical Center, Concordia, KS, Registered Nurse
  • 1997-1998: Children's Hospital of the King's Daughter's, Norfolk, VA, Emergency Department Registered Nurse and Patient Care Coordinator
  • 1996-1997: Hanover Hospital, Hanover, KS, Registered Nurse

Professional Memberships

  • American College of Cardiology
  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
  • Preventive Cardiovascular Nurse Association

Honors, Awards etc.

  • Recognized with an 800 Award for 2025 by Reputation.com

Education

Graduate School:
Wichita State University (2002)

Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(68 ratings)

The 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.

68 Reviews

05/21/2025

Very impressed & pleased with the level of care from herself & staff. Takes the time to explain & educate the patient concerning their medical condition and needs. Thank you

05/11/2025

Annette was very easy to talk to. Very informative about my care.

03/12/2025

Annette is a very personable doctor. This is the first time I’ve met her after seeing the cardiologist. She looked over my complete history asked me about any problems I had and made sure that my needs were cared for. I would recommend her to anyone.

03/05/2025

Annette was great! She took the time to listen and also to explain things.

02/25/2025

Annette you were great so informative you share so much with me as far as my prescriptions thank you

02/25/2025

Friendly staff quick and easy.

02/12/2025

Annette Villena dealt with my issues and came up with a solution.

02/04/2025

Early morning arrival. Very pleased

01/31/2025

The attention I received was exceptional. All questions were answered completely and in a way that was very clear/understandable. I was given thorough explanations and answers instructions.

01/24/2025

She was very nice and cared about my situation! I asked her lots of questions and she took the time to answer all of them! Didn’t make me feel rushed at all!

01/21/2025

She was very attentive to what I had to say. She discussed my health with me in terms I could understand. Would recommend her to my friends and family members.

01/17/2025

Excellent job of explaining the importance of keeping track of blood pressure

01/17/2025

Doctor and office help very friendly and professional! Very positive experience! Answered all questions asked of her!

12/17/2024

Dr. Villena was very professional and was very concerned on my reason for being there. Great Dr.

12/06/2024

Annette was very thorough and took time to really look over my files and issues. Wish all could be that thorough!

11/27/2024

Annette C. Villena was so patient and kind with my mother. She’s determined to solve her pain. She genuinely shared her concerns and explained the heart and where the problem is and what we need to figure out! She has knowledge and determination and gets 10 stars from us out of 5!

11/08/2024

Very informative and patient with me. Explained in detail my heart condition as well as answered my question and listened to my concerns. I was very impressed and comfortable with her. Good experience.

10/30/2024

Very nice, helpful and professional. Had a great experience.

10/08/2024

InWas so impressed that Annette was so easy to talk to, wasn't in a hurry, listened to me very well! She for sure is a professional in every way!! And so beautiful! Thanks so much. Also each of her staff members were awesome too!!!

10/01/2024

Annette C Villena and her office provide great care and take time to make sure you understand your diagnosis and treatment. She never makes you feel rushed, but makes sure you understand your cardiac health and make a plan to make improvements.

09/20/2024

Wonderful clinician , knowledgeable and caring

09/19/2024

From start to finish visit was very positive! Ms.Villena was very professional, thorough and empathetic!! I highly recommend her.

09/10/2024

She explained everything about what had happened to my heart and what could happen in the future. She was also kind enough to take the time to answer all our questions.

09/10/2024

I learned more about the heart and my heart issues than I ever did before. She explained in detail what my scores meant and what to look for in future. I left reassured.

08/08/2024

Annette is great! Listens to issues and concerns. It's a relief to have someone that takes the time and wants to help get the issues figured out. Great experience and highly recommend!

06/26/2024

Reminders sent on text for appointment. From front door of office through my appointment and scheduling follow up was a breeze. Annette Villena was very professional and explained my hospital visit in detail and answered all my questions around it. Was in no hurry to finish with me and rest of staff were excellent as always. Would recommend to anyone dealing with cardiology. They are the best! Trust them with my life.

06/26/2024

Annette was very informative and listened to my input. We agreed on a plan of action that was satisfactory.

06/12/2024

Annette was very informative and took time for questions and concerns.

05/29/2024

I am beyond pleased. At North Kansas City Hospital I needed good and direct life saving intervention upon admission. It was immediate, intelligent, and inspiring. After three near life threatening previous experiences with The Major you know team elsewhere I would like to to make it perfectly clear that I have committed my cardio care to all of these folks from the front desk to the highly competent, skilled and compassionate and incredible people that make this practice run with the Patient oriented philosophy that mega sized "Too many cook's in the big kitchen" is not very effective and is not personalized nor altogether adapted to each and every patient. From the initial get-go I have been treated as an individual with respect and compassion without regard to age. An important variable and factor when ageism is possible. As a combat war veteran, I feel nothing but respect and compassion with this medical group. Best I have ever encountered since Walter Reed as a POW. I have been very blessed with having these folks on my side. Professionally, the very best. Compassionately, the very best. Personally, the very best in the Midwest United States. Right here in Kansas City! Very proud to be their patient. Lt. Commander, U.S. Navy

05/01/2024

Very nice and caring explained everything in a way that we can understand and even doing other testing to make she we don't have other blockage so we don't end up with another heart attack

05/01/2024

Very positive experience. So appreciated the time she took to explain what my issues are. I want to tell all office personnel thanks for treating me and my husband with kindness. Especially thank you to Annette for making me feel better about my care.

04/09/2024

First time I saw Annette & I learned more from her than in 7 years seeing my cardiologist! she was very nice & patient. Highly recommend!

03/23/2024

I was very impressed with Annette, she answered all my questions, provided me with very informative information about my condition! I felt very good about my visit, and looking forward to future visits.

03/11/2024

Annette was great. Took time to explain things to me to help me understand my post surgery issues.

02/08/2024

FIRST TIME VISIT, Both to their office AND to see this Nurse Practitioner. WONDERFUL, VERY POSITIVE EXPERIENCE!! She is a Hospitalist, whose appointments are for Hospital InPatient Followup (after the patient's dismissal from the hospital). IF she was available to see her own Patients in other capacities (regular ongoing Cardiology Care), I would be VERY EXCITED and EXPEDITE my request to immediately come on board as her ongoing patient !! It was a TRUE DELIGHT to CONNECT & feel (listened to &) FULLY ENGAGED & UNDERSTOOD!! I left their office with Peace, Happiness, & a Huge feeling of Sunshine & Song in my Soul!! THANK YOU!!!

01/26/2024

As were all of the personnel at NKC hospital she was impeccable.

01/23/2024

Annette was amazing. I had numerous questions and she answered all of them plus gave me more information so that I am well informed about my condition. I would encourage others to spend time with her. Thank you. SSpoon

01/11/2024

Annette was very patient and knowledgeable of my health issues. She reviewed my file and was familiar with everything. She took time to explain many aspects but more importantly, she Listened!!! Thank you Ms. Annette for your time and expertise.

01/03/2024

Annette is very thorough and attentively listens to my concerns. She is friendly and I feel at ease. She explains everything which is very important to me. I would recommend her to anyone who values these qualities in a nurse practioner.

12/20/2023

Waited in room 1 hour when we ask water was going on, the LPN was very rude with us. Appt time was1:15 didn't see Dr until almost 2:30 not right, no one came in at any time to check on us. BAD

12/15/2023

I loved her!!! She was very nice and took the time for all my questions. When a provider is running behind, it is great that they acknowledge it and also are willing to spend the necessary time with you. Awesome.👏

12/08/2023

So far I've had nothing but good experiences. If I didn't understand they explained so I could. Very impressive with the quality I care I received from the day I went in until I left.

12/06/2023

Annette was personable, listening to my condition and then following up with my cardiologist

11/26/2023

Annette listened to my concerns and provided a through exam and very professional

11/23/2023

Annette was amazing. She really cares about her patients.

11/22/2023

It was a very good experience I feel as though all my questions were answered. And there was no rush.

11/16/2023

Very informative and personal

11/10/2023

Listened to every question. Arrived at treatment together. Very happy.

10/18/2023

Annette was very personable with me. Even though this was the first time seeing her you could tell that she went over my history before coming in to see me which made me comfortable and i felt like she took her time with me and was not rushed. Before the end of my visit she made sure that all my questions and concerns were answered.

10/05/2023

I felt heard and the exam was very thorough

09/14/2023

I was very pleased with my visit with Annette! She was professional, kind, and friendly, and took her time to answer my questions. I left better informed!

09/08/2023

Annette is very thorough, she takes time with patients to understand whats going on. I appreciated her bedside manner.

09/06/2023

I was concerned about seeing the nurse practitioner before my visit. Annette put me at ease from the minute she came into the room. She was very personable. She listened and gave advice about all of my concerns. I am very pleased with my visit.

08/24/2023

I went into the meeting with lots of questions and came away with many answers. I want to thank you for your patience and the hours you have spent studying medicine.

08/24/2023

Very thorough! Positive experience.

08/11/2023

I felt it was a very personal response from her and rhat she really listened to my concerns. I felt heard and that I am truly a part of my own care.

08/10/2023

Ms Villena was quite personable and pleasant and listened to my story very attentively and seemed to be interested in my point of view. Her instructions were clear. Going to the doctor should always be so satisfying.

07/21/2023

Loved her. Very thorough on explaining my condition and what steps needed to be taken to resolve the issue.

07/12/2023

I had a nice visit with Ms Helms. I just needed a checkup before an upcoming operation. The staff was great.

05/17/2023

very aware of my problems

05/04/2023

Annette was thorough and professional. Really looking forward to getting on a path to feeling better.

03/05/2023

Great experience all were very professional and knowledgeable and very detailed!!!

02/24/2023

Excellent service

12/24/2022

Very good care and she explained the procedure so I totally understood what it entailed.

12/23/2022

I'm very fortunate to have amazing doctors and nurses caring for my health. Ms.Annette Helms is such an amazing nurse and she takes the time to explain to me everything. Thank you so much!

11/18/2022

One of the best experiences I have had with medical personnel since I have been in Kansas City. She is very knowledgeable, understood and addressed my concerns and told me what she thought I needed to do to get better.

06/06/2022

She was very friendly and very good at explaining at to me my problems. She made sure I understood and what I can do to restore my health. Easy to talk to. I highly recommend her.

08/27/2017

She orders a lot of tests then doesn't take the time to review them well.
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