Renée Endicott, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
Renée was born and raised in Harrisonville and brings over four decades of nursing experience to her practice. She has served as a Registered Nurse for more than 40 years and has worked as a Family Nurse Practitioner for over 27 years. Renée earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from William Jewell College and completed both her Master of Science in Nursing and Doctorate of Nursing Practice at the University of Missouri–Kansas City.
She holds dual board certifications from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Throughout her career, Renée has cared for patients in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, and Geriatrics. Her commitment to education led her to teach for seven years as a clinical instructor in the Family and Adult Nurse Practitioner Program at UMKC’s School of Nursing.
Renée is passionate about providing care to individuals across the lifespan—from infants and children to older adults. Her clinical interests include Chronic Disease Management, Women’s Health with a focus on perimenopause and menopause, and Osteoporosis. She is also certified in ear acupuncture through the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA), adding a holistic element to her approach to care.
Outside of work, Renée and her husband Dan enjoy spending time at the lake, fishing, gardening, and making memories with their two sons and three grandchildren.
Marsha Burris, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC
Marsha has spent most of her life in Cass County, where she and her husband, Kim, have been happily married for over 49 years. Together, they’ve raised three children and now enjoy the company of seven grandchildren and their beloved rat terrier. Their family and faith are central to their lives.
A proud native of Harrisonville, Marsha graduated from Harrisonville High School in 1972. Her journey in healthcare began in the 1970s as a nursing assistant. Through years of dedication and perseverance, she advanced to Licensed Practical Nurse, earned her Associate Degree in Nursing, and ultimately completed both her Bachelor and Master of Science in Nursing at the University of Kansas Medical Center in 1997.
Marsha has served the Harrisonville area for over two decades as a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, providing comprehensive primary care and specializing in chronic disease management. She also embraces preventive and integrative approaches to health, emphasizing nutrition, lifestyle, and the use of supplements to support wellness.
Her sub-specialty lies in the early detection of disease risk factors. Marsha offers and interprets an extensive array of specialized and genetics-based testing. These tools allow her to create personalized care plans aimed at preventing the progression of diseases, especially those rooted in family history.
Marsha believes that knowledge is power—and her mission is to empower her patients to take control of their health, make informed decisions, and live longer, healthier lives.
“Not Taking New Patients At This Time – Patient Panel is Full”
Melinda Lacy, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC
Melinda was born and raised in a small town outside of Wichita, Kansas, but has spent most of her adult life in the Kansas City area. She began her healthcare career at 15 as a candy striper, and after high school, she worked as a hospital phlebotomist. At the age of 19, she married her high school sweetheart, Donnie. While both of them attended college, she worked as a medical assistant for an oral surgeon. In 2001, Melinda graduated from KU Medical Center with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
She initially worked at Children’s Mercy Hospital in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit before moving to Andrews, Texas, where she worked as a newborn and delivery nurse. After returning to the Kansas City area in 2004, Melinda worked as an ICU float nurse at KU Medical Center and various HCA hospitals. She later transitioned to a full-time position as the manager of the Case Management department at Cass Regional Medical Center.
In 2014, Melinda earned her master’s degree in nursing (MSN) with an emphasis on rural nursing from the University of Central Missouri. As a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), she provides care to patients ranging from newborns to those over 100 years old.
Melinda is passionate about partnering with her patients to focus on their overall well-being. She takes time to listen to their concerns and works together with them to implement personalized strategies that optimize their health. With extensive experience in pediatrics, including both well-child and sick care, as well as women’s health—spanning contraception to menopause—Melinda offers a wide range of expertise.
Outside of her professional life, Melinda enjoys spending time with her family, which includes her four grown children (three daughters and one son) and her amazing grandchildren (granddaughter Charlotte and grandsons Tatum and Rory). She is a self-proclaimed “plant lady” and is currently obsessed with baking all things sourdough.
Madison Muller, RN
Maddie began her healthcare journey in 2017, graduating from Adrian High School with her CNA certification from Cass Career Center. Passionate about nursing, she continued her education at Crowder Community College, earning her degree as a Registered Nurse in May 2021. Maddie went on to serve the Kansas City area as a dialysis nurse, providing compassionate care to patients with chronic health needs.
In August 2023, Maddie felt the call to return to her roots and joined Direct Family Healthcare to serve the community she grew up in. Drawn by the clinic’s personal and patient-centered approach, Maddie is committed to making healthcare simple and accessible. She believes the genuine connection and individualized care offered by Direct Family Healthcare truly sets it apart from traditional healthcare settings.
Outside of work, Maddie cherishes time with her family and friends. She and her husband, Colby, welcomed their first child, Porter, in October 2024—he’s absolutely adorable! Maddie also enjoys diving into creative hobbies like crocheting, painting, party planning, and sewing.
Diana (Dee) Schrock, Receptionist
Raised in the small-town charm of Pleasant Hill, Dee brings a lifetime of experience in customer service and a heart full of kindness to every interaction. She’s passionate about creating a welcoming, down-to-earth environment where patients feel comfortable, seen, heard—and ideally leave with a smile, maybe even a chuckle.
Dee and her husband of 39 years raised their two boys on 105 acres of wild beauty, where they hunt, forage, and homestead. For her, happiness is found in the rhythm of nature, surrounded by her family and animals.
When she’s not helping others, Dee loves gardening, sewing, and experimenting in the kitchen with homegrown and wild-foraged ingredients. She even steps into the role of Mother Nature herself, teaching people about the natural world in a fun and engaging way.