Bishop, Melinda, S

Julie Szczepanik, ARNP, is a family nurse practitioner who cares for patients across the lifespan. She enjoys working in partnership with her patients, meeting them where they are in life, establishing trust early and getting to know them during their life journey. Because there are many aspects to being healthy, Julie addresses the whole person, taking into account their physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural and environmental situation, and providing individualized, compassionate care. She emphasizes educating patients and their families while promoting a health care environment that is therapeutic and respectful of all people.Julie is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, and Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses. She has a strong interest in women's health and enjoys participating in minor procedures.Away from work, Julie enjoys gardening, cooking and reading. Along with her husband and three sons, she also loves traveling, hiking and playing games together.