Mickayla Neibert, WHNP

My mom tried for three years to get pregnant before seeing a fertility specialist who put her on hormones and led to her getting pregnant...with triplet girls! \n My sisters and I were born at 28 weeks and spent three months in the neonatal ICU. For as long as I can remember, I've known I wanted to be a NICU nurse. Working in that field helped me realize that I love taking care of infants - and I also love working with their moms. I returned to school to become a women's health nurse practitioner (WHNP). \n Throughout my career, I've been blessed to develop relationships with moms going through some of the most difficult times in their lives. I've learned to be an active listener and to be gentle when having a tough conversation. My background in neonatology has proven useful when I've had to have those conversations about medically complex care. \n I approach every patient interaction with compassion and empathy. Patients trust us - their healthcare providers - to provide them with the resources they need to start a family, for birth control options, health screenings and more. They are sometimes at their most vulnerable inside a doctor's office, and I work hard to earn the trust of every patient I see. \n My membership in the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health gives me access to the latest guidelines and recommendations for women's healthcare. Staying current on medical advances is important, and I do that through memberships in relevant groups and by attending conferences. \n I moved to Charleston in 2020 and take full advantage of living in a historic city on the coast. On my days off, I'm often on the beach with a good book or exploring all the art and history this city offers. My house in Summerville has a big backyard, which is perfect for my dog, Willow. My hobbies include baking, walking and travel. I'm an avid reader and writer and aspire to write a book one day. I have visited 28 of America's 50 states and am always dreaming up my next trip. Ireland is at the top of the list.