Beth Tirpak, FNP-C chose to work in medicine because she has always carried a great deal of compassion for people. She finds that she is happiest when providing a patient with individualized care in a holistic and soothing manner and prides herself in patient communication. As a family nurse practitioner, she enjoys genuinely listening to her patients and facilitating personalized care according to their needs. Beth was born and raised in Long Beach, California where she has strong family ties. Before her nursing career began, she worked as a professional dancer and enjoys do-it-yourself projects around the house. Beth and her husband have three boys, and she is constantly thinking of new ways to keep them busy. She has worked with MemorialCare since 2003 and is excited to be a part of the Los Altos Urgent Care team.