Meet Dina Whiteaker, APRN

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Dina Whiteaker

APRN

Dina M. Whiteaker is a board-certified family nurse practitioner specializing in family medicine and hormone therapy. Dina has over 10 years of experience in the telemedicine setting. She is also an active member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).

After earning an associate degree in psychology, she received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Methodist College in Omaha, Nebraska. She then went on to graduate from the University of Nebraska Medical Center with a Master of Science in Nursing.

Dina is a mother to three beautiful children. Her zest for life keeps her busy in and out of work. During her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, crafting, and traveling.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What interested you the most about the field of family medicine?

What drew me to family medicine is the ability to care for patients across their lifespan. I’ve always been deeply interested in the continuity of care — seeing someone through different stages of life, building trust with families, and being a consistent source of support. It’s incredibly rewarding to treat everything from acute illness to chronic conditions while also focusing on prevention and wellness.

You have over a decade of experience in telemedicine. What do you think is the biggest lesson you’ve learned about treating patients through virtual care?

The biggest lesson I’ve learned is that empathy and connection don’t depend on physical presence. They depend on attention and communication. In telemedicine, you have to be more intentional in how you listen and engage. I've found that when you slow down, validate concerns, and communicate clearly, virtual care can be just as effective and personal as in-person care.

In addition to your extensive knowledge as a family nurse, you also have experience in the Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) industry. What do you wish more patients knew about hormone therapy?

I wish more patients understood that hormone therapy, when personalized and medically supervised, can be a safe, effective tool for improving quality of life during menopause or hormone imbalance.

There’s still a lot of fear and misinformation, but with the right evaluation and monitoring, BHRT can help manage symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, sleep issues, and mood changes. It’s not about turning back the clock; it’s about restoring balance and feeling like yourself again.

What keeps you inspired as a nurse? How has that changed as you’ve gained medical experience?

What inspires me most is the resilience of patients — the way people fight for their health, ask questions, and want to grow.

Early in my career, I was inspired by learning and doing. Now, I'm more inspired by teaching, mentoring, and being a steady presence for patients. Experience has deepened my understanding that sometimes healing doesn’t come from curing, but from listening and showing up consistently.

When you’re not helping others stay healthy, what are you doing in your daily life to ensure you’re taking care of your mental and physical health?

I make time every day for something that grounds me; whether it’s walking outside, cooking a healthy meal, or practicing mindfulness.

I also protect my boundaries, especially with screen time and work, because I’ve learned that burnout doesn't just show up in exhaustion, it sneaks in through small neglects. Staying healthy for me means showing myself the same compassion I try to give my patients.

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