
Overview
I have decades of experience working at Duke Health in a variety of settings. My passion has been caring for patients with cancer and I've spent much of m career working at the Duke Cancer Institute. My role as a nurse practitioner in thoracic surgery evolved to include lung cancer screening which allows me to focus on preventative medicine. I also see patients in our lung nodule program. Patient advocacy is the cornerstone of my practice and I always strive to help patients navigate the health system while doing all that they can to improve their health and well-being. Outside of work, you can find me hiking, running, birdwatching, eating good food, and spending time with my family.
Ms. Crittenden is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
Insurance
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- POS
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
Locations
20 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
3404 Wake Forest Rd, Decatur, GA 30034
Duke Cancer Center
It has been my life-long dream to become a nurse practitioner. Brain tumor patients and their caregivers are the most resilient, dedicated, and hopeful group of people I have ever worked with. It is truly an honor and a privilege to serve this remarkable population. Away from work, I enjoy spending time with my family and being outdoors as much as possible. Ms. Jacobs is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG) and Brain Tumor.
Duke Cancer Center Brain Tumor Clinic
I am passionate about caring for patients with primary brain and spinal cord tumors. I value establishing relationships with patients and their families and making sure they are getting the same treatment, including symptom management, that I would want my family to receive. Open and honest communication with patients is important to me. I enjoy educating patients and advocating for them to ensure that their needs are met in a timely fashion. I am interested in long-term survivorship education of my patients and I also have a passion for teaching and mentoring future health care professionals. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, running, Duke basketball, and spending time with my family. Ms. Brown is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG) and Brain Tumor.
Duke Cancer Center
I have worked in oncology in various capacities through the years - most recently taking care of people with brain and spine tumors. It has been a privilege to work with patients and their families as they walk through their cancer journey. I hope to work with you on managing your disease and symptoms. Most importantly I hope to grow to know each of you and your stories. When I'm not at work, I'm trying to keep up with my two little ones while hunting for a cup of coffee. Ms. Southerland is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG) and Brain Tumor.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerMs. Crittenden isAdvanced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesMs. Crittenden isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Nodules.


