Choosing the right faculty to guide your Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) education is paramount for your success in advanced practice nursing. At Duke University School of Nursing, we understand the critical role of experienced and dedicated educators. Our MSN-FNP program boasts internationally renowned faculty who are not only leaders in nursing education but also actively practicing Family Nurse Practitioners. They are committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes your academic and professional growth, equipping you with the essential knowledge and skills to excel as a Family Nurse Practitioner in today’s healthcare landscape. Learn from the best and prepare to make a significant impact on family health with the guidance of our expert Msn Family Nurse Practitioner faculty.
Meet Our Dedicated MSN Family Nurse Practitioner Faculty
Our faculty members are the cornerstone of our exceptional MSN Family Nurse Practitioner program. They bring a wealth of real-world clinical experience and cutting-edge academic insights directly into the classroom. This unique blend of expertise ensures that our students receive a comprehensive and practical education, preparing them to confidently meet the diverse healthcare needs of families and communities. Each faculty member is deeply committed to mentoring and guiding the next generation of Family Nurse Practitioners. We invite you to meet the distinguished educators who are shaping the future of nursing at Duke University:
AnnMarie Walton
PhD, RN, MPH, OCN, CHES, FAAN
Term Chair for the Dorothy L. Powell Professorship, Associate Professor
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Schenita Randolph
PhD, MPH, RN
Associate Professor
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Amie Koch
DNP, FNP-C, RN, ACHPN
Associate Professor
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Deirdre Thornlow
PhD, RN, CPHQ, CNE
Associate Professor
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Brandon Knettel
PhD
Assistant Professor
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Malinda Teague
DNP, APRN, CPNP-AC/PC
Assistant Professor
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Marilyn Oermann
PhD, RN, ANEF, FAAN
Thelma M. Ingles Distinguished Professor of Nursing
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Michelle Webb
DNP, RN, CHPCA
Assistant Professor
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Kathryn Trotter
DNP, CNM, FNP-C, CHSE, FAANP, FAAN
Associate Professor
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Karin Reuter-Rice
PhD, CPNP-AC, FCCM, FAAN
Associate Professor
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Thomas Blodgett
PhD, RN, AGACNP-BC
Assistant Professor
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Ryan Shaw
PhD, RN, FAAN
Associate Professor
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Mitchell Knisely
PhD, RN-BC, ACNS-BC, FAAN
Associate Professor
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Debra (Debbie) Travers
PhD, MSN, RN, FAEN, FAMIA
Associate Consulting Professor
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Casey Brown
DNP, RN, AGPCNP-BC, AOCNP
Assistant Professor
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Jacquelyn McMillian-Bohler
PhD, CNM, CNE
Assistant Professor
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Christina Leonard
APRN, DNP, FNP-C, CNL
Assistant Professor
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Anne Derouin
DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, PMHS, FAANP, ANEF
Professor
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Carolina Tennyson
DNP, ACNP-BC, AACC
Assistant Professor
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Kathryn Kreider
DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP
Professor
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Margaret (Peggy) Bush
PhD, MBA, RPh
Professor
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Blanca Iris Padilla
PhD, MBA, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP
Associate Professor
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Sophia Smith
PhD, MSW, FAOSW
Associate Professor
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Lisa Lewis
EdD, MSN, RN, CNE
Associate Professor
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Allison Stafford
PhD, RN
Assistant Professor
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Jennie De Gagne
PhD, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, CNE, ANEF, FAAN
Professor
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Tara Albrecht
PhD, ACNP-BC, ACHPN, RN
Associate Professor
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Shari Rushton
DNP, MS, RN, CCM, CNE
Associate Professor
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Jamison (Jamie) Lord
DNP, MSN, RNC, PMHNP-BC
Assistant Professor
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Mary Lou Affronti
DNP, MHSc, RN, ANP, FAAN
Professor
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Elaine Kauschinger
PhD, ARNP, FNP-BC, FAANP
Assistant Professor
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Kathleen Turner
DNP, RN
Associate Professor
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Sean Convoy
DNP, PMHNP-BC
Associate Professor
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Desi Newberry
DNP, NNP-BC
Associate Professor
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Stephanie Ibemere
PhD, RN
Assistant Professor
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Kais Gadhoumi
PhD
Assistant Professor
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Staci Reynolds
PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, CCRN, CNRN, CPHQ, FAAN
Professor
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Benjamin Smallheer
PhD, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, CCRN, CNE, FAANP
Associate Professor
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Cristina Hendrix
DNS, GNP-BC, FNP, FAAN
Associate Professor
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Ragan Johnson
DNP, FNP-BC, CNE, FAANP
Associate Professor
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Marissa Abram
PhD, PMHNP-BC, CARN-AP, FIAAN
Assistant Professor
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Michael Cary
PhD, RN
Associate Professor
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Maryellen Kelly
DNP, CPNP, MHSc
Assistant Professor
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Rémi Hueckel
DNP, CPNP-AC, CHSE, FAANP
Associate Professor
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Margaret (Midge) Bowers
DNP, FNP-BC,CHSE, FAANP, FAAN, FACC
Professor
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Alison Edie
DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP
Associate Professor
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Valerie Sabol
PhD, MBA, ACNP, GNP, CHSE, CNE, ANEF, FAANP, FAAN
Professor
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Michael Zychowicz
DNP, ANP, ONP, FAAN, FAANP, FNAON
Professor
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Devon Noonan
PhD, MPH, FNP-BC, CARN, FAAN
Associate Professor
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Tonia Poteat
PhD, MPH, PA-C, AAHIVS, DFAAPA
Professor
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Kara McGee
DMS, MSPH, PA-C, AAHIVS
Associate Professor
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Advance Your Nursing Career with Duke’s MSN-FNP Program
Choosing Duke University for your MSN Family Nurse Practitioner education provides you with a distinct advantage: the opportunity to learn from and be mentored by the nation’s leading nurse educators and practitioners. Their expertise and commitment to your success are unparalleled. Take the next step in your advanced practice nursing journey.
