The Orthopaedic Center of Central Virginia

Andrea S. Yesalis NP, CCD, PhD

Andrea S. Yesalis NP, CCD, PhD
Education

The Pennsylvania State University, Graduate School of Nursing, Adult Nurse Practitioner Program; The Pennsylvania State University, Department of Health Policy and Administration, University Park, PA., Major:  Health Services Research, Minor:  Gerontology; The Pennsylvania State University, Department of Health Policy and Administration, University Park, PA. Major:  Health Services Management; BSN - University of Vermont -  Degree:  Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing

Experience

Prior to coming to work at OCCV,  Andrea worked as a Nurse Practitioner in Rheumatology for Geisinger Health Systems in State College PA.  She has received her certification as a Clinical Densitometrist and also provides osteoporosis care.  In the past she was a professor of Gerontological Nursing and taught at several universities.

Certifications

Certified Clinical Densitometrist (CCD)

Affiliations

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and Mid-State Nurse Practitioner Association

Specialties

Rheumatology, Osteoporosis care, Gerontology