
Joanna Sampson, NP
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Family Medicine
Specialty
Preventive Medicine
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Joanna speaks both English and Polish for the benefit of her patients and offers holistic, patient-based care to women of all ages. She and the team at Gyne Health Women’s Center provide preventive care and compassionate treatment for conditions such as incontinence, sexually transmitted disease, and pelvic pain. Joanna is also passionate about medical weight loss and supporting women in every stage of reproductive health, including pregnancy and menopause.
About Joanna Sampson, NP
Joanna Sampson, NP is a board-certified Alexandria nurse practitioner providing care to patients at GYNE Health Women's Clinic.
Tips & Wisdom
Getting Started with Losing Weight
The decision to lose weight is anything but small. Losing and keeping off weight takes determination and hard work. Here are a few tips to staying on track and reaching your weight loss goals. 1. Set Realistic Goals - Don't be impatient! You did not get here overnight. 2. Be Positive - Keep in mind that every pound you lost is an accomplishment 3. Delight in the Little Things - notice the small things you are able to do now that you lost a little weight and celebrate it 4. Don...
The decision to lose weight is anything but small. Losing and keeping off weight takes determination and hard work. Here are a few tips to staying on track and reaching your weight loss goals. 1. Set Realistic Goals - Don't be impatient! You did not get here overnight. 2. Be Positive - Keep in mind that every pound you lost is an accomplishment 3. Delight in the Little Things - notice the small things you are able to do now that you lost a little weight and celebrate it 4. Don...
Patient Education Resources
Are inhaled corticosteroids safe to use for my asthma?
Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are a type of medication that is commonly used to treat asthma and other respiratory conditions. They are considered safe because they are delivered directly to the lungs...
Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are a type of medication that is commonly used to treat asthma and other respiratory conditions. They are considered safe because they are delivered directly to the lungs...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
I have atrial fibrillation. Why did my doctor prescribe anticoagulants?
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a type of arrhythmia, or irregular heart rhythm, that can increase the risk of blood clots forming in the heart. These clots can then travel to other parts of the body, s...
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a type of arrhythmia, or irregular heart rhythm, that can increase the risk of blood clots forming in the heart. These clots can then travel to other parts of the body, s...
I have high cholesterol. When should I consider starting a statin?
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Your healthcare provider will consider several factors when deciding whether or not to prescribe a statin to lower your cholestero...
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Your healthcare provider will consider several factors when deciding whether or not to prescribe a statin to lower your cholestero...
What are some tips for treating dry skin?
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
Education & Training
Master’s Degree in Family Nursing: Marymount University (Alexandria, Virginia )
BA in Nursing: Hunter Bellevue School of Nursing (New York, New York)
Master’s Degree in Social Science & Education: Adam Mickiewicz University (Poland)