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Kelsey Merl, NP, MPH

She | Her | HersPediatrics (Child Protection)
Center for Child Protection Oakland
877-822-4453
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Kelsey Merl, NP, MPH

She | Her | HersPediatrics (Child Protection)
Center for Child Protection Oakland
877-822-4453

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About me

Kelsey Merl is a nurse practitioner who specializes in evaluating and caring for children when there is concern about child maltreatment, including, physical abuse, sexual abuse, serious neglect and medical child abuse.

After earning a bachelor's degree in nursing at Seattle University, Merl earned master's degrees in nursing and public health through the joint degree program at Johns Hopkins University.

Merl is also a sexual assault forensic examiner and works closely with the multidisciplinary team to address the unique needs of survivors and their families.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB)

Fellowship

  • Acute & Chronic Wound Management, Emory University School of Medicine

Degree

  • MSN, Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing

My expertise

Locations

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