Sonya Patel

Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with experience in primary care and medical weight management, including GLP-1 therapy. Delivers evidence-based, patient-centered care with a focus on preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and sustainable weight loss. Known for strong communication, high emotional intelligence, and creating a compassionate, judgment-free patient experience.

Nurse Practitioner - CloseKnit - Arlington, VA

(2023-07)

• Deliver comprehensive primary care including preventive screenings and annual physicals
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions using evidence-based guidelines
• Initiate, titrate, and manage GLP-1 receptor agonists and other weight loss medications
• Develop individualized weight management plans integrating lifestyle and pharmacologic therapy
• Monitor outcomes and adjust care plans based on patient progress and goals
• Provide counseling on nutrition, exercise, and preventive health
• Maintain efficient, accurate EMR documentation and coordinate interdisciplinary care

Nurse Practitioner - Vista Medical Center - Arlington, VA

(2021-12 - 2023-06)

• Evaluated and treated patients in a high-volume urgent care setting
• Ordered and interpreted labs and diagnostic tests
• Managed acute conditions with pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments
• Educated patients and families on treatment plans and preventive care

NICU Registered Nurse - Inova Children's Hospital - Falls Church, VA

(2017-12 - 2021-12)

• Provided critical care in a high-acuity NICU
• Collaborated with physicians to guide patient care decisions
• Mentored new nurses on clinical best practices

MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner - George Washington University

BSN - Accelerated BSN - Drexel University

BS - Psychology - University of Maryland