Ashley Paar is a Master’s level Dialysis Social Worker at Emplify Health by Gundersen in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Specializing in chronic dialysis case management, Ashley provides comprehensive support to patients, addressing needs such as transportation, insurance, community resources, counseling, advance care planning, and rehabilitation. With experience in both inpatient and outpatient care, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. Prior to her current position, Ashley worked for ten years as an outpatient social worker at the county level, serving individuals in areas such as special needs, mental health, addiction, and child protective services.

Ashley holds a BSW from Viterbo University and an MSW from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is skilled in Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Informed Care, and her commitment to patient-centered care is matched by her dedication to educating and mentoring other professionals. Ashley’s passion for fostering meaningful connections and making a positive impact extends throughout her career, both in her direct work with patients and in her support of colleagues.