Madeline Hulcher, NP
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Family Medicine
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About Madeline Hulcher, NP
Madeline is a Nurse Practioner who completed a clinical rotation at the Gustavus Health Center during her DNP program at Saint Scholastica. She enjoyed Gustavus and college health so much she decided to join the team full-time!
Previously she worked at United Hospital in the float pool and at Allina Urgent Care for over 5 years as registered nurse. Working with college students to improve their health and wellness during a very transformational time has been an aspiration of hers for years and she is excited to be a resource, provider, and member of the Gustavus community.
Conditions Treated
Tips & Wisdom
Migraine Headache
Common side effects of triptans include: Nausea, dizziness, flushing, tingling, neck pain, and chest tightness. Serious side effects should be immediately reported to a medical professional including: Chest pain, heart arrhythmias Do NOT take triptans with any history of myocardial infarction, coronary artery disease, cerebrovascular accidents, hemiplegic migraines, uncontrolled hypertension, or peripheral vascular disease.
Common side effects of triptans include: Nausea, dizziness, flushing, tingling, neck pain, and chest tightness. Serious side effects should be immediately reported to a medical professional including: Chest pain, heart arrhythmias Do NOT take triptans with any history of myocardial infarction, coronary artery disease, cerebrovascular accidents, hemiplegic migraines, uncontrolled hypertension, or peripheral vascular disease.
Patient Education Resources
I have asthma. Should I have an asthma action plan?
It's important for those with asthma to have an asthma action plan.An asthma action plan is a written document that outlines specific steps for managing asthma symptoms and preventing asthma attac...
It's important for those with asthma to have an asthma action plan.An asthma action plan is a written document that outlines specific steps for managing asthma symptoms and preventing asthma attac...
I have COPD. What can help me breathe better?
Treatment for COPD can help improve breathing and slow the progression of the disease. Some treatments include:bronchodilators, which are medications that relax the muscles around the airways to help ...
Treatment for COPD can help improve breathing and slow the progression of the disease. Some treatments include:bronchodilators, which are medications that relax the muscles around the airways to help ...
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 some forms of contraception if I don't want to take birth control pills?
There are several forms of contraception available for individuals who do not want to take birth control pills. Some of the most popular options include:Intrauterine device (IUD): An IUD is a small, T...
There are several forms of contraception available for individuals who do not want to take birth control pills. Some of the most popular options include:Intrauterine device (IUD): An IUD is a small, T...
Education & Training
Doctorate of Nursing Practice- The College of Saint Scholastica
Bachelor of Science in Nursing- College of Saint Benedict