Susan Walkley, FNP, LMT, PhD
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Family Medicine
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Medical Expertise of Susan Walkley, FNP, LMT, PhD
Susan brings a unique background to health care. She has been working as a Family Nurse Practitioner since 2011, always in Urgent Care settings, with additional experience in Orthopedics and Pediatrics. Before moving to Williamsburg, Virginia she lived in New York City for 18 years, working as a licensed massage therapist, personal trainer, anatomy teacher (for artists, massage therapists, undergrads and yoga teachers) and medical anthropology adjunct professor.
In 2007, Susan completed a PhD program in Medical Anthropology from Columbia University, with a dissertation on treatment approaches for low back pain.
In 2007, Susan completed a PhD program in Medical Anthropology from Columbia University, with a dissertation on treatment approaches for low back pain.
About Susan Walkley, FNP, LMT, PhD
Susan Walkley, NP is a nurse practitioner providing care to patients in Williamsburg, Virginia at Olde Towne Medical & Dental Center.
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Can video game usage lead to ADHD?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex disorder that is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. While excessive video game use has been assoc...
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex disorder that is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. While excessive video game use has been assoc...
Could gluten be triggering my asthma?
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There is some evidence to suggest that gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, may be a trigger for asthma symptoms in some individuals. However, the relationship between gluten and asthma ...
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 ...
What are treatments for my child’s asthma?
The treatment of childhood asthma is similar to that of adult asthma, but there are some important considerations.The main goal of treatment is to control symptoms, prevent exacerbations and improve t...
The treatment of childhood asthma is similar to that of adult asthma, but there are some important considerations.The main goal of treatment is to control symptoms, prevent exacerbations and improve t...
What is the best non-prescription treatments for head lice?
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Over-the-counter (OTC) treatments for head lice include shampoos and lotions that contain medications such as pyrethrins or permethrin. These medications work by paralyzing the lice and killing them.S...
Education & Training
- Virginia Commonwealth University: MS in Family Practice Nursing
- Columbia University in the City of New York: Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Medical Anthropology
- New York University: Bachelor's Degree, Gallatin Division