Drew Simmons, FNP-BC
With two decades of experience and a dedication to every patient he sees, it’s no surprise that Drew Simmons, FNP-C, has built a welcoming, friendly environment at Magic Valley Family Practice in Twin Falls, Idaho. As co-owner, he continually works to create an ideal health care environment for every patient who walks through the door.
Drew began his nursing education at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona, where he graduated as a registered nurse. Not content to stop there, he spent years building his experience as a nurse in emergency medicine and in the intensive care unit. To further deepen his education, he earned two Master of Science degrees: one in nursing education and another in advanced practice nursing as a family nurse practitioner. He is licensed to practice in Idaho.
Today, he uses all his education and experience to help his patients lead their healthiest, happiest lives. He doesn’t just meet their health care needs; he offers guidance to help them achieve their wellness goals. The results are healthier patients and a fun, family-oriented environment at Magic Valley Family Practice.
When he’s not serving patients, you can find Drew spending time with his wife, two daughters, and two dogs. He loves scuba diving, golf, and any type of skiing — he’ll hit the slopes or the lake.
Cristina Ionescu, FNP-C
Cristina has over 23 years of nursing experience in critical care and education. She brings deep clinical expertise and a strong commitment to patient-centered care. Passionate about whole-person health, she is dedicated to partnering with patients to help them achieve their individual goals.
When she’s not working, you’ll find her out hiking, tending her garden, trying out new plant-based recipes, and spending time with her family, friends, and two playful labs.
Blake Taylor Thompson, FNP-C
Blake is a dedicated and experienced Family Nurse Practitioner committed to providing high-quality care. Blake’s background spans family medicine, urgent care, and telemedicine, with additional certifications and extensive experience in managing Type 1 & 2 Diabetes, Migraines, Men’s Health, ADHD, and Weight Management. Before pursuing a career as a nurse practitioner, Blake spent over a decade as a nurse in diverse environments including urgent care, surgery, emergency, and medical/surgical units. This foundation is complemented by over ten years of service as an EMT, a role Blake recently retired from as his family has started to grow. In his personal time, Blake enjoys supporting Idaho Diabetes Youth Programs as a camp nurse and providing medical and health guidance to strength athletes.
Amanda Hamann, DNP FNP-C
Amanda is a nurse practitioner who specializes in family medicine with a passion for pediatrics and women’s health. She began her career in nursing in 2013. She practiced inpatient surgical nursing for two years and then spent eleven years in the intensive care unit. She obtained her Master’s degree in Nursing Leadership and Education from Northwest Nazarene University in 2016 and taught nursing at the College of Southern Idaho for five years. She obtained her Doctorate in nursing practice with focus on family medicine in rural communities in 2025 from Idaho State University. Outside of work, Amanda is a mother of five boys, loves to garden, enjoys canning with her sisters, practicing yoga, spending time on the water and golfing with her husband.