Keri Anne Connaughty

Keri Anne Connaughty became a patient safety advocate as she was a victim of medical negligence in 2018. Keri Anne is committed to being a catalyst of change to patient safety initiatives in her home state of Wisconsin, and beyond.

Keri Anne and her husband, Kevin, have three children and two dogs. They enjoy spending time outdoors on exploratory hikes and runs. Professionally, Keri Anne is a Human Resources Director in Central Wisconsin. She earned an associate degree in Human Services and Psychology from Northcentral Technical College and a bachelor's degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Human Resources and Healthcare Administration from Upper Iowa University. Keri Anne is currently pursuing a professional certification in Traumatic Stress Studies with the Trauma Research Foundation.

Keri Anne is engaged in her local community by serving on the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northcentral Wisconsin Board of Directors, and has long-been a dedicated volunteer, advocate, and educator of domestic violence awareness with The Women's Community of Wausau.

In 2018 I was a victim of medical malpractice. Since having experienced this blatant act of medical negligence resulting in permanent injury, I have worked tirelessly toward improving patient safety initiatives. I realized throughout my effort that the 'systems' in place designed to protect us patients, (healthcare consumers) are the same systems revictimizing those who report the medical malpractice.

It is my intention to become an engaged patient safety advocate with PFPS. I am pleased to have recently completed the PFPS Onboarding and had an opportunity to meet with some of its founders. Through this collective initiative, we are the catalyst to improving patient safety, education, and advocacy initiatives. Within this work, I feel seen. I feel heard. I feel supported.