Prior to serving at Shepherd University she was an adjunct senior lecturer and clinical instructor for 10 years at West Virginia University School of Nursing. Dr. Burkey earned her associate degree in nursing at Shepherd University, her bachelor’s degree in nursing and master’s degree as a family nurse practitioner at the University of Maryland, and her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree at West Virginia University. She also has a clinical practice in Berkeley Springs were she sees patients of all ages. Though Dr. Burkey is a family nurse practitioner, most of her experience is in women’s health.