JoAnne B. Burris, APRN, CNM

4.85 out of 5

About

JoAnne Burris helps a patient at the UK Polk-Dalton Clinic.

JoAnne Burris, a certified nurse midwife, sees patients at the UK Polk-Dalton Clinic and the new UK Midwife Clinic.
JoAnne Burris found the experience of giving birth to her second child, with the help of a certified nurse midwife, such a profoundly different experience from the way her first child had been born, that she felt called to become a CNM herself. She knew she wanted to help other women experience pregnancy and birth as a natural - not scary or traumatic - life stage and realize their potential to remain in control of their health.

So a year after her son was born, Burris quit her 9-to-5 job and started the process of becoming a CNM. She returned to college to complete her associate's degree in nursing, then acquired the years of labor and delivery nursing experience required before attending midwifery school.

From her personal experiences, Burris knows putting women at the center of their care and encouraging them to believe they are in control are crucial first steps for ensuring positive outcomes.

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    JoAnne Burris, APRN, CNM - UK HealthCare

Training & Education

Degree

MSN, Nurse Midwife, Frontier Nursing University, Hyden, Ky.

Certifications and Special Training

American Midwifery Certification Board

Insurance Information

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Ratings & Reviews

4.85 out of 5
21 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    If you can afford the scheduling frustrations, the medical staff is amazing!

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    Joanne was incredibly patient, understanding, and kind. She made sure I felt comfortable and safe during the visit and I felt like I was in the best hands during my appt.

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    Joanne is always a pleasure to speak with.

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    Felt pressured to get on birth control right after birth and to have students in delivery room - neither are wanted.

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    Joanne was very professional and showed concern for me to receive the best care.
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      JoAnne was amazing. I felt heard and loved that she explained her answers to questions I had.
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      I felt like she had a predetermined idea of how I was eating and despite my attempts to explain otherwise she didn't want to hear my input because it went against her logic. I am also a healthcare provider so I am not health illiterate, but she treated me as if I was. She even looked to my husband to answer her questions as if she didn't believe what I had to say and wanted him to contradict me.
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      I appreciate the holistic approach, rather than the common theme of you're getting older, just take these medications.
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      Very thorough
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      Joanne is always very thorough and friendly. She never dismisses any concern. I always enjoy appointments with her, you can definitely tell she has a passion for what she does.
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      Joanne was so good at explaining things fully and not letting me feel pressured, but still expressing her expert opinion. She's amazing at her job.
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      I always feel listened to and cared for with JoAnne! There was someone in training with her and they both were great.
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      She showed concern about my problem as well as a solution to it. She is excellent at her job
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      Good experience
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      JoAnne is wonderful. She is caring, thoughtful, and smart. She uses shared decision making to help with making a plan. I really value her care!
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      I felt heard and cared for deeply in my questions and the answers were very thoughtful!
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      JoAnne explained each step and was sensitive to my needs.
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      She really listened and cares about me. She could have glossed over my concerns but she didn't. She took time to understand what was going on with me and how I was doing.
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      JoAnne always takes her time to listen to her patients and fully answer any of their questions or concerns. She is very good at explaining pros and cons of all treatment options and allows patients to make their own decisions. A fabulous midwife and healthcare provider!
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      Joanne is fantastic! She is knowledgeable and cares about her patients. I highly recommend her!
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      Joanne is fantastic - always provides expert and reassuring patient-centered care.