Desiree Provencio, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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Education

Ms. Provencio is a member of the American Nurses Association. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain College of Nursing in Addison, IL , and completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from the University of South Alabama, in Mobile, AL. She is currently completing coursework toward her DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) with the University of South Alabama and is expected to graduate in December 2019.

Biography

“I am looking forward to helping patients and their families while serving the community under the mission of Presbyterian Medical Services,” Ms. Provencio said on arrival. When asked why she entered the field of psychiatric medicine, Ms. Provencio said, “I grew up in Northern New Mexico and recognized the need for mental health services in my community. I knew I was meant to serve.”

Of her personal interests, Ms. Provencio enjoys spending time with family and pursing physical fitness activities such as hiking, running, and martial arts.