Education:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Virginia, 1990

Master of Science in Community Health Nursing, University of Virginia,1992

Family Nurse Practitioner Post Graduate Program, University of Virginia, 1994

Certified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner International Association of Forensic Nursing, 2015

Professional and clinical interests:

Wellness visits /annual examinations.

Contraceptive counseling and prescriptions for all methods. 

Evaluation and management of acute and chronic vaginal infections.

Evaluation and management of menstrual problems, such as irregular periods and painful menstrual periods.

Management of acne and treatment of common skin disorder.

Evaluation and management vulvar and vaginal pain, and pain with sex.

Supporting student with PCOS, especially with lifestyle interventions, goal setting.

Providing acute and follow up care to students who have experienced sexual violence, or intimate partner violence or abuse.

Approach to health care is with strong emphasis is on shared decision making.   

Advise to Students:

Stay curious, take time to care for yourself, and nurture relationships.  Explore Charlottesville, get out in nature whenever possible.