Caring for women throughout all stages of life since 1970

Nicole Budd, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a clinical focus in women’s health and OB/GYN care. She provides compassionate, evidence-based care for women across all stages of life, including comprehensive well-woman exams, contraceptive counseling, prenatal and postpartum care, and menopause management.

Nicole completed her Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner program at Chamberlain University and brings a strong background in critical care, perioperative nursing, and trauma-informed patient care. Her clinical training includes hands-on experience in OB/GYN, primary care, and pediatrics, where she developed advanced skills in preventive care, patient education, and women’s health procedures.

Prior to nursing, Nicole earned her bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, which helped shape her holistic approach to patient care. She is passionate about the mind-body connection and emphasizes wellness through exercise, nutrition, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle habits.

Nicole is experienced in evaluating and treating a wide range of gynecologic concerns, including abnormal uterine bleeding, PCOS, pelvic pain, vaginitis, urinary concerns, and STIs. She is committed to creating a supportive, respectful environment where patients feel heard, informed, and empowered in their healthcare decisions.

An active member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society, Nicole remains committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based care. She also maintains certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

She strives to create a supportive, respectful environment where patients feel heard, informed, and empowered in their healthcare decisions.

Nicole joins the Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht care team June 30.

Sumayya Sulaiman, CNM, completed her Nurse-Midwifery education at Frontier Nursing University after earning her nursing degree from George Mason University.

In addition to her clinical work, Sumayya serves as a scholarship coordinator and faculty member at Mercy In Action College of Midwifery. In this role, she supports students in maintaining scholarship eligibility by monitoring academic progress, ensuring compliance with program requirements, and collaborating with faculty on curriculum development and implementation.

Sumayya is committed to providing respectful, patient-centered maternity care. She strives to create a safe and inclusive environment where every patient feels valued, heard, and empowered in their care. Her approach is grounded in evidence-based practice and a deep respect for the diverse experiences of the families she serves.

She is passionate about supporting informed decision-making, building trusting relationships, and delivering culturally sensitive, inclusive care across the full spectrum of reproductive health, from preconception through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond.

In her free time, Sumayya enjoys learning Arabic, playing chess, caring for her plants, and spending time with her loved ones.

Sumayya joins the Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht team June 15 and looks forward to caring for our community.

Van-Ess Anane is a board-certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner focused on delivering evidence-based care that prioritizes each patient’s unique needs and goals. Van-Ess earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2018 and her Doctorate of Nursing Practice in 2025 from Rutgers University.

Throughout her nursing career, Van-Ess has gained diverse clinical experience across inpatient medical-surgical units, postoperative gynecologic care, outpatient hematology infusion settings, and inpatient eating disorder and psychiatric units. This broad background has shaped her well-rounded and compassionate approach to patient care.

Van-Ess has clinical experience in gynecology, prenatal and postpartum care, and primary care, with a strong focus on preventive health, reproductive health, and the management of both acute and chronic gynecologic conditions. Her philosophy of care centers on building genuine, trusting relationships with her patients.

In her free time, Van-Ess enjoys reading, traveling, exploring new restaurants, and spending time with friends and family.

Van-Ess joins the Simmonds, Martin & Helmbrecht team on June 15 and looks forward to serving our community.