Stacey Lynn Hayward, RN, WHNP, APRN, NP
Stacey is a board-certified nurse practitioner with 25+ years of clinical experience serving the communities of Lake Havasu, Yuma, Chandler, AZ, the Mat-Su Valley, and surrounding communities with compassion, precision, and integrity. At Valley GI in Wasilla, Alaska, Stacey brings dual specialties in women’s health and gastroenterology, along with subspecialty expertise in hepatology and clinical research.
People are well aware of Stacey's calm presence, thorough clinical judgment, and ability to build lasting trust with patients and families. Her approach blends evidence-based medicine with attentive listening—ensuring each patient feels heard, respected, and supported throughout their care journey. She is especially passionate about addressing complex GI conditions in women, where her background in women’s health allows her to provide holistic, personalized care across the lifespan.
Her work in hepatology and clinical research reflects a commitment to advancing treatment options and improving long-term outcomes for her patients. Whether treating an array of GI related conditions and managing chronic liver disease, Stacey remains focused on condition transparency, clarity, education, and continuity of care.
A permanent resident of Wasilla, Stacey values the strong community ties that define life in Alaska. Her dedication to rural and collaborative care reflects a lifelong commitment to serving others with genuine compassion, empathy, excellence and integrity.
Quote from Stacey
“I believe healing begins with understanding, along with care being patient based. Every patient deserves to be seen, heard, and supported—with care that’s both clinically sound and deeply personal.”
Valley Gastroenterology
3190 E Meridian Park Loop, Suite 206
Wasilla, Alaska 99654
Phone: (907)373-2544
Fax: (844) 689-4240
Web: ValleyGastroAK.com