About Me

Dr. Michelle Brown, D.H.Sc., MSN, APRN, AGNP-C

Hi, I’m Dr. Michelle Brown, a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of experience in healthcare and over a decade dedicated to nursing education. My career has taken me from the fast-paced intensity of ICU and ER/trauma care to the classroom, where I’ve had the privilege of teaching and mentoring the next generation of nurses and nurse practitioners. These experiences have given me a rare perspective—one that bridges the art of caring for patients with the science of preparing future providers.

What drives me today is simple: helping people thrive. For my patients, that means compassionate, whole-person care that looks beyond the chart and focuses on the human being sitting in front of me. For my students and colleagues, it means sharing knowledge, guidance, and encouragement that inspire confidence and growth.

Through Michelle Brown NP and my blog, Vital Perspectives, I’ve created a space where health, wellness, and education meet. Whether you’re here to learn, to heal, or to grow, my hope is that you leave with something valuable—clarity, encouragement, or the tools to take your next step forward.

    • Doctor of Health Science (D.H.Sc.) – Nova Southeastern University

    • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – Nova Southeastern University

    • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) – Nova Southeastern University

    • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) – South University

    • Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) – Broward College

    • Board Certified Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner – American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)

    • Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

    • American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)

    • American Nurses Association (ANA)

    • American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)

  • I am licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in:

    • Florida

    • Colorado

    • New Mexico

    • California

    • Michigan

    • Washington

  • I currently serve as a full-time Associate Professor of Nursing at West Coast University, where I teach across both the BSN and Nurse Practitioner programs. In this role, I merge years of clinical expertise with my passion for education to shape and inspire future nurses and nurse practitioners.

  • I began my career as a Registered Nurse over a decade ago in the ICU and later transitioned into ER/Trauma, where I cared for patients in some of the most critical and life-changing moments. These early experiences gave me a strong foundation in acute care and taught me the importance of compassion, presence, and quick decision-making under pressure.

    Building on that foundation, I advanced into practice as a Nurse Practitioner, serving patients in primary care, urgent care, internal medicine, and geriatrics. These experiences have allowed me to care for adults across the lifespan and given me the privilege of walking alongside patients at every stage of health, from preventive care and wellness to the management of complex and chronic conditions.

    Across my journey in healthcare, one thing has remained constant: my commitment to treating the whole person, not just the condition, through prevention, education, and personalized treatment strategies that support long-term health and well-being.

  • I believe healthcare should go beyond treating symptoms; it should empower patients to truly understand their health, make informed choices, and take an active role in their wellness journey. Every person deserves to feel heard, valued, and respected, and my approach is rooted in providing compassionate, evidence-based care that meets each patient where they are. My goal is to partner with patients, guiding them with clarity and support so they can achieve lasting health and well-being.

  • Outside of my professional life, I love spending time with my husband and children. Family adventures, especially cruising together, have become a favorite way for us to relax, reconnect, and explore new places. More recently, I’ve started taking Taekwondo lessons with my 8-year-old son, an experience that has been both fun and meaningful as we challenge ourselves and grow side by side.

    Beyond family time, I find joy in reading and in creating quiet moments that remind me why balance and personal wellness matter so much. I also have a passion for writing and blogging, which give me the opportunity to share stories, reflect on experiences, and encourage others on their own health and wellness journeys.