Kira Barondeau-Frieden, PA-C

Kira Barondeau, PA-C, earned her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Utah in 2017. She went on to complete her Physician Assistant studies at West Liberty University, graduating in 2022 and obtaining national certification.

Before attending PA school, Kira worked as an EEG Technician, where she developed a strong interest in neurology. During her clinical training, she further pursued this passion by completing an elective neurology rotation at the Allegheny Health Network Headache Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She is excited to be part of Granger Medical Clinic and to work alongside Dr. Rastogi in providing exceptional neurological care.

Kira is committed to developing strong, trusting relationships with her patients and believes that the best outcomes are achieved through a collaborative approach to care. She prioritizes listening carefully to patients’ concerns, treating each individual with compassion and respect, and creating personalized treatment plans. Dedicated to evidence-based medicine, Kira stays current with the latest research and strives to provide patients with accurate, up-to-date education about their health.

Originally from Cedar City, Utah, Kira moved to Salt Lake City in 2012. After spending two years away while attending PA school, she was thrilled to return to Utah and serve the Salt Lake community.

Outside of work, Kira enjoys practicing yoga, traveling, and exploring Utah’s many outdoor and cultural attractions.

Volunteer Service

Kira has a longstanding commitment to community service. She has volunteered in several roles with the Maliheh Free Clinic, supporting underserved populations, and at the Salt Lake Veterans Home, assisting residents with activities of daily living. She also served as a crisis counselor for Crisis Text Line, providing support to individuals in need.

In addition to her domestic volunteer efforts, Kira participated in a medical mission trip to Bolivia in 2019, an experience that further strengthened her dedication to serving diverse patient populations.

Special Interests: Neurology, patient education, and collaborative, evidence-based care.