Krystle Seidel

Krystle Seidel is a Family Partner with the University of Florida, where she supports families navigating complex pediatric medical journeys across multiple specialty clinics. Working within UF Pediatrics, she provides caregiver education, advocacy, and systems navigation for families of children with developmental, behavioral, and complex medical needs. Her role spans seven pediatric specialties, including craniofacial, pulmonary, endocrinology, infectious disease, nephrology, hematology, and oncology, where she serves as a vital liaison between caregivers and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. In addition to facilitating communication and participating in case reviews, Seidel leads family engagement initiatives, coordinates educational events, manages a quarterly newsletter, and cultivates partnerships with community organizations to strengthen support services for families. Before joining the University of Florida, Seidel spent two years providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy as a behavioral health technician. She delivered individualized behavioral interventions, implemented treatment plans developed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts, and supported children with diverse communication needs through sign language, augmentative communication devices, and verbal communication. Seidel is currently completing prerequisite coursework in preparation for nursing school, where she plans to continue expanding her ability to advocate for and care for children and families. Beyond her professional responsibilities, Seidel is deeply committed to serving her community. She co-founded the Gainesville Doula Network and serves on the board of the Birth and Resource Network of Gainesville, helping connect families with essential education, resources, and support throughout pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. Her dedication to community service was recognized with the 2019 Moms Who Make a Difference Award. Seidel attributes her success to the inspiration she draws from her children and is guided by the values of compassion, kindness, and empathy in every aspect of her personal and professional life. She remains passionate about empowering families, strengthening community connections, and improving outcomes for children through advocacy, collaboration, and compassionate care.