The provider behind Salt & Sun...

Hi! I’m Samantha Beard, CPNP-PC, a board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner with over a decade of experience caring for children. Raised in Destin and now rooted in the 30a community, I am proud to offer safe, accessible, and timely pediatric care to the community I call home.  

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I started my career as a pediatric nurse, spending eight years at the bedside—six of those at Stanford Children’s Hospital in Palo Alto, CA. I then earned my Master’s degree at the University of South Alabama and have since practiced in pediatric orthopedics, worked alongside a pediatric gastroenterologist, and primary care pediatrics focusing on sick and well child visits.

 I take a balanced approach to medicine, blending functional and modern medicine to ensure that every child receives evidence-based yet practical, holistic care when appropriate. I truly believe parents know their children best. My approach is centered on working with families — respecting your choices, listening to your concerns, and creating care plans that prioritize gentle, effective treatment.