Lauren Czarnecka, DNP, is a neurology clinician at the Minneapolis Clinic of Neurology with a focus on Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, and Parkinson’s disease. She is board certified in 2025 and is committed to providing evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Lauren chose to join the Minneapolis Clinic of Neurology because of its strong commitment to mentorship, evidence-based practice, and individualized patient care. She values being part of a collaborative environment where providers support one another while delivering high-quality care.

She was drawn to neurology because of its complexity and constant evolution. Lauren enjoys learning and working closely with patients to navigate challenging conditions and develop meaningful solutions. She is committed to lifelong learning so her patients can feel confident in the care they receive.

Rather than focusing on a single patient story, Lauren emphasizes the importance of listening. She believes that taking time to truly understand a patient’s concerns and using a thorough, thoughtful approach to evaluation leads to better outcomes and stronger patient relationships.

Lauren earned her degree from Florida Gulf Coast University.

She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the American Academy of Neurology.

Outside of work, Lauren enjoys traveling with her husband, reading, teaching fitness classes, and spending time with her corgi and rabbit. She also enjoys exploring new foods. 

Her approach to health focuses on prevention. She emphasizes habits such as proper hand hygiene, vaccinations, regular exercise, mobility work, and balanced nutrition. She believes that building consistent routines helps support long-term health and well-being.