Lakisha Montgomery

About Lakisha Montgomery

Lakisha Montgomery is a dedicated Nurse Practitioner at Anchor Wound Management with over 20 years of diverse experience across multiple areas of healthcare. Her clinical background spans hospital care, cardiology, urgent care, home health, case management, and family medicine, allowing her to bring a well-rounded and comprehensive approach to patient care.

Her passion for healthcare began at a young age while caring for her mother, who was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. This personal experience shaped her commitment to delivering care rooted in empathy, compassion, and service, ensuring every patient feels seen, heard, and supported throughout their healing journey.

Education and experience

Lakisha’s career reflects a strong commitment to growth, perseverance, and excellence in patient care. While working full time and raising her family, she advanced through multiple levels of nursing, including:

Licensed Vocational Nurse (2004)
Registered Nurse (2013)
Family Nurse Practitioner (2019)
Post-Master’s Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification (2025)

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Grand Canyon University, her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at El Paso, and her post-master’s certification from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

Professional experience

Throughout her career, Lakisha has gained hands-on experience across a wide range of care settings, including:

Direct observation units
Internal medicine and cardiology
Urgent care and medical-surgical/telemetry
Home health and case management
Family medicine and psychiatry

Her diverse background allows her to approach patient care with both clinical depth and a strong understanding of the patient experience across different stages of care.

Certifications and affiliations

Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C)
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification (PMHNP)

Lakisha remains committed to ongoing education and staying current with best practices to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Care philosophy

Approach to Patient Care

Lakisha’s approach to care is rooted in compassion, connection, and treating the whole person—not just the condition. She prioritizes building meaningful relationships with her patients, ensuring they feel comfortable, supported, and informed throughout their care.

She focuses on:

Personalized, patient-centered care
Supporting both physical and mental health
Clear communication and patient education
Building trust through consistency and empathy

Her goal is to help patients not only heal, but feel confident and cared for every step of the way.

Leadership at Anchor

Role at Anchor Wound Management

At Anchor Wound Management, Lakisha plays a vital role in delivering hands-on patient care and supporting individuals with complex or chronic conditions. Her ability to connect with patients on a deeper level enhances the overall care experience and supports better outcomes.

She contributes to:

Direct patient care across settings
Care coordination and patient support
Education and communication with patients and families
Enhancing the patient experience through compassionate care

Her work reflects Anchor’s mission to provide high-quality care with a strong focus on dignity, compassion, and long-term healing.