Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Continuing Education
Academic Honors Awards
Timeline
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Paula Cook, FNP-C

Summary

Experienced and certified Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Anti-aging and Integrative medicine, known for unwavering dependability and dynamic approach. Proficient in both verbal and written communication, actively seeking opportunities to collaborate with professionals who share a dedication to exceptional healthcare.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Family Nurse Practitioner

Preventive Medicine Anti-Aging & Chelation Therapy
2015.08 - Current


  • Utilized comprehensive expertise in bioidentical hormone therapy and testosterone replacement therapy to analyze patient profiles meticulously, considering age, gender, medical history, and symptoms, and develop tailored treatment plans that prioritize efficacy, safety, and optimal patient outcomes.
  • Orchestrated the management of hormone and weight loss patient care, adjusting dosages as needed, and provide ongoing support to enhance patient well-being and quality of life, ensuring continuity and efficacy in treatment plans.
  • Empowered patients by explaining treatment options clearly, encouraging active involvement in their health journey. Applied expertise to prescribe personalized medications, supplements, and services, enhancing their wellness journey.
  • Expertly order and meticulously review functional and diagnostic tests, leveraging in-depth knowledge to interpret results and inform treatment plans effectively.
  • Continuously updated expertise in the latest advancements and research in hormone therapy and weight loss management, ensuring cutting-edge care for patients
  • Lead by example in modeling the practice's vision, consistently delivering exceptional patient experiences through personalized care, empathy, and professionalism.
  • Exemplify strict adherence to all safety protocols and HIPAA security measures, maintaining patient confidentiality and safeguarding sensitive information at all times.

Director of Nursing, Ambulatory Surgery Center

Center for Spine and Pain Medicine
2010.01 - 2012.01

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Erlanger Health System
2008.08 - 2010.01

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Gwinnett Medical Center
1996.08 - 2003.04

Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Bulloch Memorial Hospital
1995.07 - 1996.07

Education

Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner

Southern Adventist University
Collegedale, Tennessee
05.2015

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Registered Nurse, BSN

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, Georgia
05.1995

Skills

  • Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT/TRT)
  • Medical Weight Loss
  • Peptide Therapy
  • PCOS
  • Thyroid dysfunction
  • Patient Education
  • Preventive Healthcare
  • Lab result evaluation
  • Active Listening
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Patient Rapport

Certification

  • 2015, Controlled Substance/Regulated Chemical Registration Certificate (DEA Registration), MC368176, 08/31/24
  • 2015, National Provider Identifier, 1811364458
  • 2015, Family Nurse Practitioner Certified (FNP-C), American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, 08/04/25
  • 2015, Advanced Practice Nurse, APN0000020519, Tennessee, 05/31/25
  • 2015, Advanced Practice - NP, RN123843, Georgia, 01/31/26
  • 2007, Registered Nurse, RN0000162560, Tennessee, 05/31/25
  • 1995, Registered Nurse, RN123843, Georgia, 01/31/26

Affiliations

  • 2015, Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI), Honor Society of Nursing
  • 2015, American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
  • 2015, Chattanooga Area Nurses in Advanced Practice (CANAP)

Continuing Education

  • 2023, Academy of Preventive and Innovative Medicine Part 3: Solve Troubling Symptoms
  • 2021, BHRT Series Part 2: Mastering the protocols for hormone replacement therapy.
  • 2019, Mastering the protocols for optimization of hormone replacement therapy: Part 1
  • 2016, Organic Acids Testing Seminar
  • 2016, The Habits of Stress-Resilient People
  • 2015, Family NP Review Course & Clinical Updates
  • 2015, Moral Agency Theater
  • 2012, Listening to the Silent Cry: Recognizing and Responding to Domestic Violence
  • 2009, High Risk OB Class
  • 2008, Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Course

Academic Honors Awards

  • 2015, Sigma Theta Tau, Rho Iota Chapter, Southern Adventist University
  • 1995, The National Deans List, Georgia Southern University

Timeline

Family Nurse Practitioner

Preventive Medicine Anti-Aging & Chelation Therapy
2015.08 - Current

Director of Nursing, Ambulatory Surgery Center

Center for Spine and Pain Medicine
2010.01 - 2012.01

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Erlanger Health System
2008.08 - 2010.01

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Gwinnett Medical Center
1996.08 - 2003.04

Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Bulloch Memorial Hospital
1995.07 - 1996.07

Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner

Southern Adventist University

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Registered Nurse, BSN

Georgia Southern University
  • 2015, Controlled Substance/Regulated Chemical Registration Certificate (DEA Registration), MC368176, 08/31/24
  • 2015, National Provider Identifier, 1811364458
  • 2015, Family Nurse Practitioner Certified (FNP-C), American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, 08/04/25
  • 2015, Advanced Practice Nurse, APN0000020519, Tennessee, 05/31/25
  • 2015, Advanced Practice - NP, RN123843, Georgia, 01/31/26
  • 2007, Registered Nurse, RN0000162560, Tennessee, 05/31/25
  • 1995, Registered Nurse, RN123843, Georgia, 01/31/26
Paula Cook, FNP-C