Kelly Palm

Director, Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, BC

Kelly is a healthcare provider with over 30 years of experience in the field. She earned her Associate Degree in Nursing from Holyoke Community College and later earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Hawaii Pacific University while working at The Queen’s Medical Center in Honolulu. After returning to Massachusetts, Kelly continued her career at Baystate Medical Center and earned her Master’s Degree in Nursing from MCPHS, becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) in 2014.

Kelly joined WSU Health Services in October 2020 and became the director in March 2022. She has a strong passion for working with college students, whether providing direct care, engaging with students at events, or guest lecturing on campus. Kelly is proud to lead a team of dedicated nurse practitioners who are committed to student health and well-being.

Outside of work, Kelly spends time with her husband and two sons. She enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking Mount Tom and walking her black lab, Koko. Kelly also takes part in family adventures and looks forward to her sons’ visits home.