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Mrs. Holly T. Whitcomb, APRN NP FNP

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Specializes in: Family Medicine
Professional interests include: women's health issues, cancer, musculoskeletal problems, and more.
37 Haystack Road
Hinesburg, VT 05461

Mrs. Holly T. Whitcomb, APRN NP FNP is a family medicine practitioner in Hinesburg, VT specializing in family medicine. Mrs. Holly T. Whitcomb, APRN NP FNP is affiliated with The University of Vermont Health Network and UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER INC.

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Office Locations

Address:

22 Commerce Street Unit 10
Hinesburg, VT 05461

Address:

37 Haystack Road
Hinesburg, VT 05461

Some issues Mrs. Holly T. Whitcomb, APRN NP FNP can help you with:

Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues, also referred to as mental health disorders or mental health illnesses, are a wide variety of conditions that impact behavior, emotion, and cognition. There are many different forms of mental health issues, some of which are acute (short-term), while others are chronic. Common mental health issues include:

  • Anxiety disorders, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and phobias
  • Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
  • Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia
  • Personality disorders, such as borderline and narcissistic personality disorders
  • Grief and trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Impulse control and addiction disorders
  • Psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder

No single cause of mental health issues exists. Multiple factors may increase one's risk for developing mental health issues, including but not limited to:

  • Genetic history
  • Chemical imbalances in the brain
  • Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Substance use
  • Exposure to viruses, chemicals, or other substances in the womb
  • Adverse life experiences, such as childhood trauma or recurring stress
  • Isolation and poor living conditions

Mental health issues are typically diagnosed by a provider like a psychiatrist or a psychologist. These issues are diagnosed through psychological evaluation and talk therapy.

Mental health therapy can be an effective tool in supporting people who are struggling with unwanted feelings, behaviors, or difficult circumstances in their lives. Many forms of therapy are available, including specialized therapies tailored to particular disorders. For many issues, therapists help patients manage their conditions through talk therapy. Other treatments can include medication or stays at a psychiatric facility. Mental health therapy can help people with mental health issues improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Mrs. Holly T. Whitcomb, APRN NP FNP for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 197

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Holly T. Whitcomb, APRN NP FNP.

Gender
Female 68
Male 31
Age
85 and over 8
75 to 84 19
Less than 65 17
65 to 74 47

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Holly T. Whitcomb, APRN NP FNP From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Mrs. Holly T. Whitcomb, APRN NP FNP treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 35
High Cholesterol 28
Stroke
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 6
Asthma 3
Osteoporosis
Heart Failure 2
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 18
Atrial Fibrillation 2
Cancer
Dementia

Education & Training

She completed residency at Physician Careers. She is certified by the Board American Nurses Credentialing Center- Family Nurse Practitioner and has a state license in Vermont.

Residency: Physician Careers

Board Certification: Board American Nurses Credentialing Center- Family Nurse Practitioner

Licensed In: Vermont

Affiliations & Hospitals

Mrs. Holly T. Whitcomb, APRN NP FNP is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

The University of Vermont Health Network
UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER INC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Mrs. Holly T. Whitcomb, APRN NP FNP appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Lifesource, MagnaCare, Great-West Healthcare, Fidelis Care, Medicare Advantage, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Community Care Network (CCN), United Healthcare, Aetna, TRICARE, Medicare, Medicaid, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Humana, Delta Dental, Cigna, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), CHAMPVA, Anthem, MVP Health Care, First Health, UnitedHealthcare, The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP), Vermont Blue Advantage, St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare), Workers' Comp (VT and NY), Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN), Zelis/Stratose, Optum Rx, Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP), EBPA, Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / CBA (includes Dental).

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Mrs. Holly T. Whitcomb, APRN NP FNP accepts the following insurance providers:

CIGNA Lifesource
MagnaCare
Great-West Healthcare
Fidelis Care
Medicare Advantage
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Community Care Network (CCN)
United Healthcare
Aetna
TRICARE
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Biography

Dr. Holly Whitcomb is a family medicine specialist in Hinesburg, VT. Her areas of expertise include cancer, women's health issues, and imaging procedures. Dr. Whitcomb can accept Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. She is affiliated with The University of Vermont Health Network.

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