Dorie Weaver DNP, MSN-ED, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, CNE
Dr. Weaver holds a BS in Nursing from Allentown College, a MS in Nursing from DeSales University (Family Practice Nurse Practitioner), a post-master’s certificate in Nursing Education from Villanova University, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Frontier Nursing University, and a Doctor in Nursing Practice from Chatham University. The focus of Dr. Weaver’s DNP project was on incorporating interdisciplinary education through the use of simulation to enhance collaboration and promote positive patient outcomes. Her nursing career spans over 30 years, encompassing medical-surgical, emergency, neuro/trauma ICU, and pediatrics. Dr. Weaver is an ANCC board-certified Family Practice NP and Psychiatric Mental Health NP. She is also NLN certified in nursing education. Dr. Weaver has been teaching for 18 years at the university level. She currently is employed at Francis Marion University where she serves as Assistant Professor of Nursing and Coordinator of the MSN/Nurse Educator Track.
Dr. Weaver practices as a family nurse practitioner in Florence and also practices as a PMHNP at Advanced Mental Health and Wellness Center in North Myrtle Beach. Dr. Weaver provides primary care and mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults. She is currently completing a certification in obesity management to safely treat weight loss in obese patients. In addition, Dr. Weaver is a proponent in homeopathic measures and proper nutrition for creating a healthy mind and body.