[Huntington, West Virginia; January 17, 2024] – Valley Health Systems, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of Melissa Welch, MSN, APRN-BC to the Valley Health team. Welch will be seeing patients the Valley Health KidCare – Kanawha City.
Welch is from South Charleston. She received her Bachelors of Nursing from the University of Charleston and Masters ‘degrees in Nursing Administration and Family Nurse Practitioner from Marshall University. Welch is currently pursuing her Doctorate of Nurse Practitioner at Marshall University. She has a background in Pediatrics and Urgent Care.
“A quote from poet Maya Angelo always inspires me ‘. They may forget your name, but they will never forget how you made them feel’. As nurses, we may have the opportunity to heal the heart, mind, body, and soul of our patients, their families, and ourselves. I chose Valley Health because I want to work in an environment where providers and patients matter,” says Welch. “I love taking care of people.”
“I am thrilled to have Nurse Practitioner Melissa Welch join our KidCare team. Her experience working with children and families, combined with her compassionate and patient-centered approach, make her an excellent addition to our pediatric program. I have no doubt that she will provide exceptional care to our littlest patients and help us further our mission of promoting the health and well-being of the families we serve.” – Nicole Akers, Valley Health Pediatric Program Manager.
Welch describes herself as a true crime junkie. She lives with her husband, two sons and three pugs in South Charleston, WV. She enjoys listening to podcasts, shopping, reading and spending time with her family and friends.
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Valley Health Systems, Inc. is a leader in primary care since 1975 and operates more than 40 healthcare centers and public health programs in southwestern West Virginia and southern Ohio. With more than 170 providers and 800 staff members, Valley Health is dedicated to accessible, quality healthcare for all members of our communities. Valley Health Systems, Inc. delivers primary care services to more than 100,000 patients in our service area each year.
