About Judith A. O'Haver, PhD, RN, CPNP-PC, FAANP, FAAN
Judith O'Haver, PhD, RN, CPNP-PC, is a pediatric nurse practitioner specializing in dermatology. She takes a family-centered approach to patient care, partnering with children and their families to achieve the best health outcomes. Judy is also passionate about research and uncovering the best evidence to improve healthcare for children.
Caring for a sick family member when she was a teenager inspired Judy to become a nurse. She went back to school to become a nurse practitioner to fill a patient care need. Judy loves how dermatology provides clues to other conditions and enjoys being part of a team of specialists focused on understanding a child's condition.
Judy has called Phoenix Children's home for more than 30 years. "It's all about the kids," she says. "I've had amazing opportunities during my career, caring for patients and their families."
When she's not working, Judith enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, hiking and reading. She also participates in medical missions to help to improve healthcare in underserved areas, one child at a time.
Medical School / Education
(BSN) Niagara University College of Nursing, Buffalo, NY
(MS, PNP) Arizona State University College of Nursing and Health Innovation, Tempe, AZ
(PhD Philosophy of Nursing) University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care
National Certification Board of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Nurses
Pediatrics
Pediatric Dermatology
Academic Affiliations
Assistant Professor, Pediatrics, Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
Faculty Associate, Arizona State University College of Nursing and Health Innovation
Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Creighton University School of Medicine
Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Child Health, University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix
Professional Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau
American Nurses Association
Society for Pediatric Dermatology
Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates and Practitioners
The design and implementation of theory based interventions to improve healthy lifestyle behaviors, physical health and adaptation to living with chronic illness or dermatologic conditions for children and adolescents.
