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Melissa York Tharpe, WHNP-BC

Summary

Accomplished Women's Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience carrying a proven track record adept in delivering exceptional prenatal and postnatal care and managing complex women's health issues. Skilled in patient education and interdisciplinary collaboration, significantly improving patient outcomes. Expert in hormonal imbalance treatments and cancer screening, demonstrating both critical thinking and compassionate care. Experienced in educating women on expected and symptomatic changes to their bodies during menopause, pregnancy and puberty. Experienced in educating women on treatment options including medical and surgical management for issues involving endometrial polyps, uterine fibroids, AUB. Skilled in procedures including IUD insertions, subdermal implants, endometrial biopsies, saline infused sonograms, vulvar biopsies, as well as incision and drainage of abscesses.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

Novant Health WomanCare
03.2016 - Current

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

Mount Airy OB-GYN
06.2013 - 03.2016

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

Elkin Obstetrics And Gynecology
10.2008 - 06.2013

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

Mount Airy OB-GYN
06.2001 - 10.2008

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

Piedmont Women's Center
09.1998 - 06.2001

Registered Nurse

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital
06.1994 - 09.1998

Education

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Degree -

Emory University - School of Medicine
Atlanta, Georgia
09.1998

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Winston Salem State University
Winston Salem, North Carolina
05.1995

Associate of Science - Nursing

Surry Community College
Dobson, North Carolina
05.1994

Associate of Arts -

Surry Community College
Dobson, North Carolina
05.1991

Skills

    • Administer prenatal and postnatal care for mothers to include vitamin regimens, postnatal pain management, breastfeeding coaching and hormone imbalances
    • Treat and prescribe medication to women dealing with yeast infections and urinary tract infections
    • Perform annual exams examining patients for medical conditions involving age, menstruation, pregnancy, and sexual health
    • Identify female-specific cancers such as ovarian or cervical cancer using thorough testing procedures
    • Educate women on perimenopause, explaining symptoms, bodily changes and physical limitations
    • Treat women with chronic medical conditions such as endometriosis, ovarian cysts and infertility
    • Counsel women and gave referrals to specialists for women diagnosed or at risk for breast cancer
    • Perform hormone level tests and treatments for women experiencing hormone imbalances or for women dealing with postpartum depression
      • Educate teenage women on puberty and body changes related to hormones and growth
      • Educate and recommend birth control options to patients and educate on associated health risks
      • Warn women of risks of sexually transmitted diseases and educate on methods of prevention
      • Counsel women with minor health issues such as acne, weight problems, hair loss and digestive issues
      • Perform comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues
      • Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans
      • Discuss care plans with patients and explain test results and proper use of medications

Accomplishments

  • APP (Advanced Practice Provider) Market Lead for Novant Health Greater Winston Market 2023 to present
  • Member of the Leadership Team for Office of Advanced Practice with Novant Health
  • Member of Novant Health Peer Engagement Committee
  • Member of Novant Health APP BRG
  • Novant Health Odyssey/APP Launch Presenter
  • Former Board Member Grace Clinic
  • Former Board Member Bridges Charter Academy
  • Served on Pfizer Regional NP/PA Endometriosis Advisory Board

Affiliations

  • NCC Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certified Member

Certification

  • NCC Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certified
  • BLS Certified
  • Certified IV Therapy Practitioner
  • Pending NAMS Certification
  • Pending Obesity Practitioner Certification

Timeline

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

Novant Health WomanCare
03.2016 - Current

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

Mount Airy OB-GYN
06.2013 - 03.2016

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

Elkin Obstetrics And Gynecology
10.2008 - 06.2013

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

Mount Airy OB-GYN
06.2001 - 10.2008

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

Piedmont Women's Center
09.1998 - 06.2001

Registered Nurse

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital
06.1994 - 09.1998

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Degree -

Emory University - School of Medicine

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Winston Salem State University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Surry Community College

Associate of Arts -

Surry Community College

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