Beverly Fernandez, NP

Beverly Fernandez, FNP-BC, is a dedicated and board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in gastroenterology. She provides comprehensive care and support to patients aged 18 and older, focusing on the unique needs of each individual. Originally from Delaware, Beverly earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Delaware State University and her Master of Science in Community Health Nursing from Wesley College. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Masters certification from Wilmington University, becoming a certified Family Nurse Practitioner in 2008.

In the early stages of her career, Beverly provided care and treatment for adult patients diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C. After relocating to New York in 2012, she continued her primary care and HIV/AIDS specialty in the urban community health setting of The Bronx. Her commitment to diverse patient populations and holistic care led her to Westchester County, NY, where she specialized in hematology/oncology, serving patients in both office and infusion center settings. She continued in this specialty for ten years, also working in Dutchess County, NY.

During her time in hematology/oncology, Beverly developed a particular interest in gastrointestinal cancers, noting an increase in diagnoses of colon, pancreatic, and other related cancers, especially in younger patients. This experience deepened her passion for providing diverse treatment and management of diseases, as well as the holistic aspect of patient care. Beverly is particularly dedicated to assisting, educating, and encouraging appropriate screenings to help prevent devastating diagnoses. Her extensive background in caring for patients and supporting families through the disease diagnosis and treatment processes has made her a compassionate and knowledgeable clinician.

Beverly is board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Family Nurse Practitioner, ensuring that she adheres to the highest standards of care. Her expertise and dedication make her a valuable asset to the gastroenterology team, and she is committed to improving the health and well-being of her patients.