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Brenda earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from James Madison University. She worked as a critical care nurse for 11 years before becoming interested in Women’s Health after the birth of her first child. Brenda completed her final clinical rotations with Physicians & Midwives and joined the practice after graduating from Georgetown University’s midwifery program. She enjoys working with both high and low-risk women to achieve healthy pregnancies and births. Her clinical interests include evidence-based birth, natural family planning, breastfeeding, and postpartum depression.
Brenda lives with her husband and two daughters. When not working she enjoys snowboarding, hiking, camping, and laying on the beach with a good book.
Career Information
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science, Nursing, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA, 2002
Graduate
Master of Science, Nursing – Certified Nurse Midwife/Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, Georgetown University, Washington, DC, 2015
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My visit was very good. Everyone was very professional and pleasant.
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Great location. The front desk personnel was nice & professional. The doctor was informative and listened to me. She didn’t rush me and addressed all...
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Dr Wexler is amazing. Patient, responsive, thorough, gentle, and amicable. I no longer dread ObGyn exams.
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Very professional team. I have visited them for most of their offices, every team member is great. Sara Grey is amazing and has been with...
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P&M is always bright, clean and airy. The staff is friendly and courteous. Dr. Erica Lybarger is one of the best physicians I've interacted with...
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Love this practice! From the front desk to the doctors, everyone is nice, helpful and informative. My doctor is fabulous as well.
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Dr. Bhat was amazing and answered all my questions thoroughly and thoughtfully.
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Dr. Cunningham was amazing as always. She is incredibly patient and always takes the time to answer all of my questions. A perfect 10 out...
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Kathleen is awesome! Been seeing her for almost a year and she’s been really great. I usually see her in Kingstowne, but the Mt. Vernon...
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Kathleen Bell, NP Is the best! After my first well woman exam with her a couple years ago, I knew she was someone I could...
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Excellent experience with Kathleen Bell. She was knowledgeable and attentive to my questions and concerns and was able to recommend a good course of action...
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Nurse Bell is the BEST!! Thank you for taking good care of me :)
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Excellent care--attentive and kind staff (I LOVE Kathleen Bell so much), clean offices and multiple locations for convenience. Cannot say enough good things.
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Everyone is always very friendly from the receptionist, to the providers, to the lab techs! It’s always super easy to get an appointment and they...
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I had my regularly scheduled apppointment with Dr. Paternostro; and as usual, she was efficient, friendly, and effective.
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I’ve been a patient for around 10 years. The multiple locations means I can get appts that are conveniently located to me and from the...
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Great Service! The midwife was patient, detailed and well mannered. Overall great experience.
Sep 20, 2024
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Physicians and Midwives has been amazing so far in my pregnancy. I would highly recommend them!
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Considerate, intentional, thorough team of capable and kind practitioners who answered my questions, provided valuable context, and assuage fears. After my first visit, I feel...
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My first time at Physicians and Midwives. Ivy was great! She made me feel very safe and comfortable.
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I was looking for a new OBGYN and after several people recommending this practice, I made an appointment. Everyone, I mean EVERYONE was so friendly,...
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Dr Cunningham is the most amazing person and doctor.
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Kathleen Bell is a gem. Friendly, quick and knowledgeable. Thank you!
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After moving to the area, I was recommended to go to this office and I don't regret it. Such a welcoming atmosphere and nice practitioners....
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Erica is amazing and thorough. I appreciate her attentiveness and kindness with my care.
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Dr. Cunningham is great!
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