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Essie Mathews is a board-certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of specialized experience in neurocritical care and stroke management. Currently practicing at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, she provides expert care for patients facing complex neurological emergencies, including acute ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, and manages perioperative recovery for neurovascular and spinal surgeries.
Clinical Excellence & Leadership
Dr. Mathews is recognized for her mastery of advanced clinical procedures, including arterial and central line placements. Beyond direct patient care, she serves as a vital clinical resource and preceptor, mentoring Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), medical students, and nursing staff within the Neuro-ICU. Her career began in the Neurotrauma ICU at University Hospital in San Antonio, where she developed a foundation in managing high-acuity trauma and surgical cases.
Academic & Research Contributions
A dedicated scholar-practitioner, Dr. Mathews earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Texas Woman’s University, where her doctoral work focused on "Early Mobility in the Neurosurgical Intensive Care Unit." Her commitment to improving patient outcomes through quality improvement is reflected in her numerous peer-reviewed publications and presentations, including:
- Research & Literature: Lead author and contributor to studies in the American Journal of Nursing and Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings.
- Textbook Contributions: Author of specialized case studies in Neurology and Internal Medicine and Pitfalls in the Diagnosis of Neurological Disorders.
- Public Speaking: Presented at prestigious national forums, including the International Stroke Conference and the Neurocritical Care Society.
Education & Certification
Dr. Mathews holds a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi. She is board-certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and remains an active advocate for patient education and family support in critical care environments.
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