Virginia Keefer is a Nurse Practitioner in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania. Her top area of expertise is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

I previously worked in Chambersburg Hospital's Critical Care Unit for 13 years and wanted to continue working as a nurse. I decided to become a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner for primary care because I like the contact with the patients.What I want my patients to know about me:I'm originally from Shippensburg and I liked the idea of staying here to serve community members. I love knowing that I'm helping people from the community stay healthy and making a difference in peoples' lives. I'm one of eight children and it's hard to find someone who doesn't know a member of my family. I'm hoping that familiarity will give patients comfort when I'm caring for them.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:I have two children, two dogs, and am getting married in June so, spending time with family is important to me. I also like to read when I have time.

I enjoy helping others. I want everyone to feel their best and to be able to care for them when they do not.What I want my patients to know about me:I care about my patients' well-being. I value their time.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:I enjoy exercise (running and biking) and spending time with my kids and labradors. I really like to travel.

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I chose a career in medicine because I truly desire to help people. Teaching others to manage disease states and make healthy lifestyle choices is a passion of mine. I love getting to know individuals and families and making the journey of healthy living together.What I want my patients to know about me:At your visit, I will spend time educating you on your disease and empowering you to manage it. I will provide the tools you need to accomplish this goal. I will listen to understand and will not judge you. Together we will make decisions about the most appropriate steps needed to keep you healthy.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:After work hours, I am spending time with my husband Brian and our 4 beautiful children. I enjoy hiking and long walks with my 2 dogs. I visit with my parents, siblings, nieces and nephews for a game of cards, a meal or some karaoke. I also enjoy scrapbooking and gardening. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency and Vitamin B12 Deficiency.

I have been in the nursing field since 2001, when I began working as an LPN. In 2005 I obtained my RN. I decided to work towards my CRNP while working in home care. I enjoyed the autonomy of seeing patients in the field and helping to make decisions regarding their medical care. I want to make a positive impact on the lives of patients.What I want my patients to know about me:I believe that every patient deserves the best care and treatment possible. In providing care I want to care for my patients the same way that I would expect a family member, friend, or myself to be cared for.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:Spending time with my family. I am interested in gardening, travel and experiencing other cultures and hiking. Her top area of expertise is Sacroiliac Joint Disease.

I chose this career first as an RN and then as a nurse practitioner because I enjoy interacting with and helping others.What I want my patients to know about me:Patients should expect to find that I am very approachable. I make time for each patient, listen to their concerns, and value the positive patient-provider relationship that I feel is key to good patient care.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:When not at work, I enjoy spending time with my family. I also enjoy cooking and outdoor activities. Her top areas of expertise are Periodic Limb Movement Disorder, Lung Nodules, and Emphysema.

Stacy Batistig is a Nurse Practitioner in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Ms. Batistig has been practicing medicine for over 11 years. Her top area of expertise is Muscle Spasms.

I chose to become a nurse practitioner because I wanted to be able to help those in need of medical care.What I want my patients to know about me:I treat all of my patients with respect, kindness and compassion.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:I enjoy spending time with family and friends, walking my dog, and going to the gym. Her top area of expertise is Heart Attack.

I have had an evolving career from an RN to nurse therapist to a psychiatric NP to help those with serious mental illness. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner has been a great role for me because I enjoy working with those who cope with mental illness in the community. I have had an opportunity to treat a wide variety of individuals with psychiatric conditions in a community setting.What I want my patients to know about me:Individuals will have an opportunity to discuss psychiatric symptoms and available treatment approaches. Treatment selection is a collaboration with the individual. What I do when I'm not seeing patients:When not providing care I enjoy gardening, remodeling, travel and hiking. I am working on sustainable living endeavors with my husband. Ms. Newcomer is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Schizoaffective Disorder.

I chose a career in the medical field because I enjoy building relationships with patients and partnering with them in their journey toward improved mental health. What I want my patients to know about me:My goals in patient care include genuinely listening to the patient and collaborating with other professionals to improve mental health. What I do when I'm not seeing patients:In my spare time I enjoy reading, being active at my church, and working on our small farm. Ms. Hanes is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top area of expertise is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Jacqueline Armstrong is a Nurse Practitioner in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Her top area of expertise is Vitamin D Deficiency.

I previously worked at Chambersburg Hospital for 11 years and enjoyed taking care of patients, but I never saw them until they were having a health crisis. I was interested in the transition to primary care because it gave me the chance to care for patients during all stages of their health journeys.What I want my patients to know about me:I'm looking forward to building relationships with patients and their families. I was interested in continuing to work with local patients and already had established relationships in the community.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:I like to be outdoors and enjoy hiking. I also enjoy spending time with my family, especially my grandchildren, and being involved in my church.

Doreen Gagne is a Nurse Practitioner in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Her top area of expertise is Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

Cameron Kirkwood is a Nurse Practitioner in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. His top area of expertise is Lung Nodules.

Brewer Jr is a Nurse Practitioner in Chambersburg,, Pennsylvania. His top areas of expertise are Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), and Atrial Tachycardia.

I decided to pursue a career in medicine to help others.I wanted to help others attain a higher level of health and wellness by providing information on prevention and education.My goal is to model those behaviors and to share how to enjoy improved health everyday.What I want my patients to know about me:I started teaching exercise classes in 1981 to earn money to go to nursing school.I have been a certified yoga instructor since 1985 and a certified Pilates instructor since 2000.I recently became certified as a health coach with the National Society of Health Coaches.My specialty certification is in Obesity and Weight Management, CSOWMWhat I do when I'm not seeing patients:My spare time is spent with my family and enjoying the outdoors. I enjoy walking the dog and watching wildlife in my yard.I teach yoga classes, Tai Chi classes and Pilates classes, and do weight lifting.

I have always enjoyed talking and interacting with people. Since high school I knew I wanted to work in the medical profession. I started my health care career as a LPN working in the long-term care setting and then went back to school to obtain my RN-BSN and then finally my MSN- Nurse Practitioner Degree. I feel I am a nurturer at heart and thoroughly enjoy taking care of patients and their families.What I want my patients to know about me:When patients come to see me, they can expect a holistic encounter- meaning I try to incorporate care that addresses the patient's physical, emotional and mental health. The patients can expect a visit with me to be a safe and nonjudgmental. I also keep the patients well informed of their plan of care and keep them updated on any changes that may take place to the plan that may include changes to medications, etc.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:My hobbies include planting flowers in the spring, decorating my house for the various seasons and cooking. I also love being outdoors-I love going to the local pool and going to the beach! You may also find me at a Broadway show in NYC or shopping.

Tayla Young is a Psychologist and a Nurse Practitioner in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Ms. Young has been practicing medicine for over 1 year.

I was exposed to the medical field as a young child and always found it interesting and ever changing. I also wanted to help people and make them feel at ease with their provider.What I want my patients to know about me:I am hospital-based. So when patients see me in the hospital I typically am providing pre/post procedural care and education regarding their disease state.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:I enjoy being outside gardening, biking, playing volleyball, camping, and hiking. I also spend a lot of time on the side of basketball court and soccer field watching my son and daughter play.

I chose to pursue a career as a nurse practitioner because I want to make a difference in people's lives. I strive to treat every patient as if they were one of my loved ones and provide the best care possible to them and their family.What I want my patients to know about me:I am most proud of being a mother to three wonderful children. I feel like my experience with my children, along with my professional experience and education, allows me to better take care of my patients and their families.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:Outside of work I enjoy running, spending time with my children, and homesteading with my husband and family.