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.
Conditions Treated
Diabetes - Type 2
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Menopause
Overweight and Obesity
High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
Menstrual Irregularities
Pregnancy
Procedures & Services
Prenatal Care
Ultrasound (Prenatal and Gynecologic)
Weight Loss
Contraception
Vaccines (Immunizations)
Well Child Checks
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
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 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 new ways to monitor my glucose levels with diabetes?
There are several new ways to monitor glucose levels for people with diabetes, including:Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) - These devices measure glucose levels in the interstitial fluid (the fluid b...
There are several new ways to monitor glucose levels for people with diabetes, including:Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) - These devices measure glucose levels in the interstitial fluid (the fluid b...
What are the best sunscreens?
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
Why are so many children taking ADHD medications?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects about 5-10% of children and adolescents. The symptoms of ADHD include difficulty paying attention, impulsi...
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects about 5-10% of children and adolescents. The symptoms of ADHD include difficulty paying attention, impulsi...
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)