About Dr. Bernardine Okpala
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
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ChristianEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Bernardine Okpala
Bernardine Okpala, PMHNP, is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Opus Dei Mental Health Services, based in Bowie, Maryland. Dr. Okpala has been in medicine for over 15 years and has worked in diverse care settings, with specialized experience in family mental health.
Dr. Okpala earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Lagos in Nigeria before completing a second bachelor’s degree in nursing from Bowie State University in Maryland. She then attended Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland, where she earned her master’s degree in nursing education and management, and later received her certification as a family nurse practitioner through Coppin State University in Baltimore. Rounding out her training, Dr. Okpala graduated with her Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of South Alabama, becoming certified as a family psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Dr. Okpala is also certified in managing substance abuse and co-occurring disorders
Throughout her medical career, Dr. Okpala has served a wide range of patient populations in Washington, DC, and Maryland. With her dedicated training in mental health, Dr. Okpala is uniquely qualified to provide mental health evaluations and diagnoses, recommend pharmacotherapy treatment solutions, and manage mental health crises.
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Education and training
- University of South Alabama, Doctor of Nursing Practice
- Morgan State University, Master's in Nursing
- Coppin State University, Certificate in Family Nursing
- Bowie State University (Bachelor's)
- University of Lagos (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1184284424
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What practice does Dr. Bernardine Okpala work with?
Dr. Bernardine Okpala works with OPUS DEI HEALTH SERVICES.
What languages does Dr. Bernardine Okpala speak?
Dr. Bernardine Okpala speaks English.