Blessing Azonwu, DNP, APRN
Nurse Practitioner
My specialties:
- Psychiatry
Professional interests:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Bipolar disorder
- Neurocognitive disorders
Practice philosophy: My philosophy is holistic patient-centered care, tailored to meet patients and their families' needs towards optimal health.
What are you passionate about and why? I am passionate about my family and professional growth.
If you weren't a health care provider, what would you be? I would have been a teacher because I enjoy imparting new knowledge to individuals.
Why did you become a provider? When did you know this was the career for you? Working in psychiatric-mental health nursing for over a decade ignited my interest in pursuing an advanced practice in psychiatry. I was eager to learn more and gain autonomy in patient care.
What is something you have learned from your patients? I have learned patience as a virtue. The therapeutic effects of most psychiatric medications can take time. Patients wait patiently to achieve this.
What is one of the challenges of this career you enjoy? And why? Management of psychiatric conditions can be challenging, yet fascinating when there are positive outcomes.
What is your personal health goal? Maintain a healthy lifestyle.
What is the best thing you've done for your health or the best health advice you've received? Engage in outdoor activities and maintain a work-life balance.
What are you most proud of? I'm proud that I'm a first-generation to obtain an advanced degree. I'm also proud of my family and growth.
Credentials
- DNP
- APRN
Specialties
- Psychiatry
Educational institutions
- University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Current licenses and certifications
- APRN
- CNP
Internships
- Abott Northwestern Hospital
Years of experience
- 1
Hospital affiliations
- United Hospital
- Mercy Hospital – Unity Campus
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Major health plans we participate in
- Allina Health | Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
- HealthPartners
- Medica
- PreferredOne
- SelectCare/LaborCare
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare
Other health plans we participate in
- Medicaid/Medicare
- Aetna
- America's PPO
- First Health/Coventry
- CIGNA
- Humana
- Hennepin Health (formerly Metropolitan Health Plan)
- PrimeWest
- South Country Health Alliance
- United Behavioral Health
- Wisconsin Physician Services (WPS)