Co-Owner & Family Nurse Practitioner
DNP, FNP-BC
Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and co-owner of Quad Cities Ketamine & Wellness Clinic — dedicated to expanding integrative wellness services and comprehensive mental health care in the Quad Cities region.
Dr. Nicole Matthys, DNP, FNP-BC is a board-certified family nurse practitioner and co-owner of Quad Cities Ketamine & Wellness Clinic, alongside Tara Kinney CRNA. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the University of Iowa College of Nursing and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa.
Certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), Nicole brings a wide-ranging clinical background and a patient-centered approach to care. Her professional experience includes family medicine, neurology, gastroenterology, women's health, community and correctional medicine, inpatient internal medicine/hospitalist care, critical care, home health assessments, and frontline work with COVID-19 testing, vaccination, and research.
A Davenport native and mother of two daughters, Nicole is deeply rooted in the Quad Cities community. She has a deep passion for functional and integrative medicine, which drives her vision for Quad Cities Ketamine & Wellness Clinic.
Nicole's diverse clinical background spans multiple specialties, giving her a uniquely comprehensive perspective on patient care.
Comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages, with a focus on preventive health and whole-person wellness.
Experience in neurological assessment and care, supporting patients with complex nervous system conditions.
Hands-on experience in intensive care settings, managing acutely ill patients with advanced clinical protocols.
Specialized care addressing women's unique health needs across all life stages, from reproductive health to menopause management.
Clinical experience in digestive health, supporting patients with gastrointestinal conditions and gut-related wellness.
Community-based care including home health assessments, correctional medicine, and frontline COVID-19 response.
Nicole's advanced education and board certification reflect her commitment to the highest standards of clinical practice.
University of Iowa College of Nursing — the highest practice-focused degree in nursing, emphasizing evidence-based clinical leadership and systems-level thinking.
St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa — a strong foundation in nursing science, patient care, and clinical practice within the Quad Cities community.
Certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Family Nurse Practitioner — the gold standard in advanced practice nursing credentials.
Ongoing professional development in functional and integrative medicine approaches, reflecting Nicole's commitment to holistic, root-cause patient care.
Nicole is committed to expanding the clinic's services to provide patients with more robust, holistic support — building a comprehensive care model that addresses both physical and mental wellness.
Nicole maintains active membership in leading professional organizations, staying connected to the latest advances in nursing practice and integrative care.
A Davenport native and proud mother of two daughters, Nicole enjoys staying active and exploring the world beyond the clinic.
Ready to explore integrative wellness options? Book an appointment with Nicole and the QCIW team to discuss your health goals and create a personalized care plan.
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