Megan Hart-Fernandez has been an Associate Professor of Instruction with the College of Nursing since January 2025. She obtained her graduate training through the University of Iowa College of Nursing, including her MSN (2011), DNP (2012) and post-doctoral PMHNP certificate (2020). 

Dr. Hart-Fernandez is a dual-board certified nurse practitioner (family practice and psychiatric-mental health specialties) who provides holistic healthcare services to patients throughout the lifespan, with a passionate focus on serving those suffering from mental health distress, those with occupational injuries, the working well, and their communities. 

In 2020, Dr. Hart-Fernandez opened a free-standing clinical practice, where, in addition to individual patient care, she offers virtual synchronous and in-person presentations and trainings on mental health and occupational health topics to large global audiences. Dr. Hart-Fernandez incorporates a variety of psychotherapy techniques in her courses to further enhance student learning, reduce feelings of anxiety, and help increase overall confidence in student learners. She has a passion for empowering others to continuously learn and evolve throughout the lifespan; academically, personally, & professionally.

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