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Dawn S Howell, FNP
Accepting New Patients
UVA Health Provider

Dawn S Howell, FNP

Family Medicine

Primary Phone Number
Fax Number
540.972.3536

Bio & Overview

Dawn Howell is a board-certified family nurse practitioner based at UVA Primary Care Locust Grove. She specializes in family practice, caring for the entire family across the lifespan, and especially enjoys practicing pediatric, adolescent and women's health.

Ms. Howell was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, where she spent all of her childhood. She is a proud Tarheel, receiving her undergraduate nursing degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She then worked as a registered nurse in hospital-based settings for eight years, including as a cardio-thoracic nurse and a Certified Post-Anesthesia Care Nurse (CPAN).

In 2008, Ms. Howell received her MSN/family nurse practitioner degree from Radford University, where she was recognized as the top academic student in her class. She worked in Cranford, New Jersey, for nearly six years before relocating back to Virginia and starting her position with UVA in 2014. In addition to her primary care work, she serves as a clinical mentor and preceptor for nurse practitioner students at UVA School of Nursing.

Ms. Howell has been recognized by Sigma Theta Tau, an international honor society of nursing, for her academic and leadership achievements since 1999. She happily resides with her husband and two daughters in Spotsylvania. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her family and her hobbies include hiking, gardening, reading and home improvement projects.

Gender
Female
Languages
English
Age Groups Seen
Infants (0-2)
Children (2-12)
Adolescents (12-21)
Adults (21-65)
Older Adults (65+)
Certification
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (Family Nurse Practitioner)

Reviews

757 Patient Satisfaction Ratings

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Overall
4.9 Out of 5
Provider showed concern
Provider explained things clearly
Provider included you in decisions
Provider discussed treatment options
Likelihood of recommending this provider

162 Patient Comments

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Dawn Howell is a treasure IF you can get in to see her
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I never feel rushed with Ms.Howell. She is an excellent health care provider and I do recommend her often
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Dawn Howell is the best I have ever had. Her mannerism outweighs excellent. She hugs when she greets you and hugs after your appt. I absolutely LOVE HER!
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I adore Dawn and her approach to hearing my issues and focus in my health. I almost feel like she is a friend in addition to my Healthcare provider.
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Dawn listens to my concerns and throughly explains whether I should take a wait & see approach or be referred to a specialist. She also goes over my lab work in an easy to understand manner. I've never had a PCP that really made me feel so comfortable and relaxed. Dawn is always courteous and caring. It really means a lot to be treated with respect and kindness.
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Dawn Howell is excellent