Carol Tanner, PA-C

Carol Tanner is a highly experienced physician assistant with over 20 years of practice in pediatric, adolescent, and adult care. She holds a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Southern California, a Master’s in Exercise Physiology from Temple University, and a Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Utah, where she graduated at the top of her class.

Carol has a special interest in women’s mental health and has extensive experience treating eating disorders, postpartum depression, and other conditions that uniquely impact women. She also specializes in supporting individuals with depression, anxiety, phobias, PTSD, trauma, grief and loss, sleep disorders, and learning and attention disorders such as ADHD.

At Stella Springville, Carol provides comprehensive psychiatric care with a focus on medication management while integrating holistic approaches such as exercise, nutrition, mindfulness, and therapy. She is passionate about empowering her patients to understand their health, strengthen their resilience, and find sustainable paths toward healing.

Her patients value her deep clinical expertise along with her compassionate, non-judgmental style. Carol creates a warm and empathetic environment where individuals feel safe to share their struggles, process emotions, and work through life transitions with support and guidance.

Outside of her clinical work, Carol treasures time with her husband, five grown children, and eight grandchildren. She enjoys traveling, exploring family history, reading, and supporting her children in the fine arts.