My goal is to provide honest, respectful, trauma-informed care to patients and families and to help ease their experiences with the health care system.
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Kelsey Merl
MPH, NP
Nurse practitioner
Runner, hiker, skier and paddleboarder
About me
Kelsey Merl is a nurse practitioner who specializes in evaluating and caring for children when there is concern about child maltreatment, including, physical abuse, sexual abuse, serious neglect and medical child abuse.
After earning a bachelor's degree in nursing at Seattle University, Merl earned master's degrees in nursing and public health through the joint degree program at Johns Hopkins University.
Merl is also a sexual assault forensic examiner and works closely with the multidisciplinary team to address the unique needs of survivors and their families.
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Board Certifications
Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB), Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
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Fellowships
Emory University School of Medicine, Acute & Chronic Wound Management
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Degree
MSN, Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing