Teleshia Austin, APRN, FNP

Meet Teleshia Austin, APRN, FNP

Bridging Family Medicine and Advanced Renal Care for Northeast Texas

Teleshia Austin, MSN, FNP-C, is a board-certified family nurse practitioner with CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic. A proud alumna of the University of Texas at Tyler, Teleshia returned to her roots to serve the communities of Titus County, driven by a personal commitment to improving rural healthcare access. By integrating comprehensive family medicine with specialized nephrology, she provides a vital link for patients managing complex, interrelated conditions like diabetes and kidney disease right here in Northeast Texas.

Career at a Glance

• Over 15 years of clinical experience in nursing and advanced practice, with a decade of service CHRISTUS Health in Mount Pleasant.
• Dual-Specialty Expertise in Family Medicine and Nephrology, offering a unique "whole-person" approach to chronic disease management.
• Academic Leadership as an Adjunct Faculty member at the University of Texas at Tyler, where she trains the next generation of Texas nurses.
• Community Advocate and active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., leading local health literacy and outreach initiatives.

Clinical Role and Leadership

As a lead provider at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic Nephrology, Teleshia has been instrumental in expanding local access to specialized renal monitoring. Her leadership ensures that patients in Titus County receive academic-level care without the need to travel to major urban centers. She provides specialized care for conditions such as:

• Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Stages 1–5
• Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
• Type 2 Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome
• Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) Follow-up
• Electrolyte Imbalances
• Diabetic Kidney Disease
• Hyperlipidemia
• Preventative Wellness and Annual Physicals

What You Can Expect from Care with Teleshia Austin

Teleshia views herself as a navigator for her patients, offering a "different insight into the world of healthcare" that prioritizes the patient’s lived experience alongside their clinical symptoms. Her philosophy is rooted in the belief that effective medicine requires a collaborative partnership where patients feel heard and respected. You can expect:

• Unrushed Consultations: A commitment to thorough communication where every concern is addressed.
• Insight-Driven Care: A focus on how your diagnosis impacts your daily life and long-term goals.
• Collaborative Management: A seat at the table in your own treatment planning.
• Continuity of Care: A long-term professional relationship built on trust and regional stability.

Advanced Diagnostic Care

Teleshia’s practice is equipped with on-site diagnostic tools designed for rapid, high-complexity monitoring. By using on-site laboratory services and electrocardiograms (EKGs), she provides immediate analysis of glomerular filtration rate (GFR), potassium levels, and cardiac rhythms. This integration of advanced diagnostics in a family practice setting enables real-time adjustments to treatment plans, which is critical for preventing the progression of renal failure.

Research, Clinical Insight, and Thought Leadership

Teleshia contributes to the global medical community through her role in clinical education and her active standing in national professional organizations. Her active memberships in the American Nephrology Nurses Association (ANNA), Texas Nurses Association (TNA) and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) ensure her clinical protocols for renal care and family medicine remain aligned with the latest national benchmarks and technological advancements in dialysis and transplant protocols.

Commitment to Public Health and Health Equity

Teleshia is deeply invested in closing the healthcare disparity gap in Northeast Texas. Through her work with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., she champions health equity by leading community workshops on hypertension and diabetes prevention. Her focus on geographic accessibility ensures that high-quality specialty care is available to rural populations, addressing the socioeconomic determinants of health that often act as barriers to treatment in Titus County.