Obstetrics & Gynecology Nurse Practitioners in Jacksonville, Illinois

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About Obstetrics & Gynecology Nurse Practitioners: Obstetrics & Gynecology NPs: Obstetrics and Gynecology Nurse Practitioners takes additional training in subspecialties specific to female reproductive and sexual health, so their focus is on treating women who are of reproductive age in matters related to fertility and childbirth. Obstetrics & Gynecology Nurse Practitioner (OGNP) takes care of pregnant women before, during, and immediately after labor, and may oversee the birthing process. OBNPs also care for women's health-related needs, such as routine pelvic exams, birth control advice, and other reproductive health issues.

1 Obstetrics & Gynecology Nurse Practitioners found in Jacksonville
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Caitlen Elizabeth Despain, FNP-BC

Obstetrics & Gynecology Nurse Practitioner
610 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL - 62650
217-243-8455     217-243-7951

Other Nurse Practitioners in Jacksonville, IL: Family NP24 Nurse Practitioner NP14 Psych/Mental Health NP3
Nurse Practitioner (NPs) are also referred as an ARNP (Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner) or APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse). Nurse Practitioners have more authority than registered nurses(RNs) and have similar responsibilities to that of a doctor. They can serve as a primary care or specialty care providers and typically focus their care on a specific population such as families, children, or the elderly. NPs can be specialized in various fields like Cardiology, Emergency, Family practice, Geriatrics, Neonatology, Nephrology, Oncology, Pediatrics, Primary care, Psychiatry, School health, Women's health. NPs provides a broad range of health care services, which includes:
  • Taking the person's history, performing a physical exam, and ordering laboratory tests and procedures.
  • Diagnosing, treating, and managing diseases.
  • Writing prescriptions and coordinating referrals.
  • Providing education on disease prevention and healthy lifestyles.
  • Performing certain procedures, such as a bone marrow biopsy or lumbar puncture.
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