Brittany K Badal, MD

Norton Children's is a comprehensive network of pediatric care that includes two hospitals, regional outpatient centers, and primary and specialty care practices, serving children throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana. With a commitment to trusted pediatric care, the organization offers a wide array of services across various specialties, catering to the health needs of children from infancy through adolescence. Recognized as the No. 1 children's hospital in Kentucky by U.S. News & World Report for 2024-2025, Norton Children's emphasizes specialized care in areas such as behavioral health, endocrinology, oncology, and orthopedics, effectively addressing complex health conditions. With over 215,000 patients and more than 1 million visits each year, Norton Children's continues to expand its footprint to meet the growing demand for pediatric services in the region. Generated from the website

Erin is a board­ certified family nurse practitioner who has worked in pediatric, adult and urologic cancer care. She earned her master's degree in nursing from the University of Southern Indiana, Evansville. Berkley has extensive experience in pediatrics and worked in pediatric critical care and postsurgical care before focusing on patients with urologic conditions.

Kristen M. Schorch, DNP, APRN, is a nurse practitioner with Norton Children’s Surgery, affiliated with the UofL School of Medicine. She earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Bellarmine University, Louisville, Kentucky, and her doctor of nursing practice degree in pediatric acute care from the University of Cincinnati, Ohio. Kristen specializes in pediatric acute care, pediatric surgery and pediatric critical care. Her approach to medical care is patient-centered, collaborative and compassionate. She listens to get to know her patients and their families to ensure a comforting and trusting environment. Kristen’s goal is to help children receive the best care possible so they can achieve their highest state of health.