Wesley Cook, NP
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Internal Medicine
Specialty
Critical Care Medicine,
Emergency Medicine,
Pain Medicine
Medical Expertise of Wesley Cook, NP
Wesley's clinical focus is on the primary care of young to older adults, especially the home-bound geriatric patient.
About Wesley Cook, NP
Wesley Cook, NP is a nurse practitioner providing care to patients in Washington, District Of Columbia at District Primary Care.
Conditions Treated
Acid Reflux (GER / GERD)
Asthma
COPD (Chronic Bronchitis, Emphysema)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diabetes - Type 2
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoporosis
Overweight and Obesity
Procedures & Services
Cancer Screening
Shingles (Zoster) Vaccine
Stop Smoking
Weight Loss
Patient Education Resources
How can I reduce my blood pressure without taking medication?
There are several lifestyle changes that can help to reduce high blood pressure without the use of medication:Maintaining a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of high blo...
There are several lifestyle changes that can help to reduce high blood pressure without the use of medication:Maintaining a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of high blo...
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...
I have long COVID. Should I be concerned about getting another COVID vaccine?
Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), refers to the persistence of symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, brain fog, and muscle pain, among others, afte...
Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), refers to the persistence of symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, brain fog, and muscle pain, among others, afte...
What are treatment options for an enlarged prostate?
An enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is a common condition that affects many men as they age. Treatment options for an enlarged prostate will depend on the severity ...
An enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is a common condition that affects many men as they age. Treatment options for an enlarged prostate will depend on the severity ...
Education & Training
- Drexel University: Doctor and Master of Science in Nursing and Family Practice
- John Hopkins University: BS in Nursing