I am pleased to introduce you to Chelsea Keller, a nurse practitioner specializing in women’s health. Learn more about her in her own words.
Where are you working within Meridian? Describe what you do there.
I work at Meridian Women’s Center, both the Muncie and Anderson locations. I am a nurse practitioner specializing in women’s health, working with doctors Khalid and Hoversland to care for obstetric and gynecologic patients.
Describe your previous experience.
I have nearly a decade of women’s health experience, primarily as a labor and delivery nurse on the East side of Indianapolis. I also worked with Center of Hope at Community Health Network, where I provided care for victims of intimate partner violence and sexual assault.
Explain your education and why you chose to come to Meridian.
I received my Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Indianapolis and my graduate degree from Ball State University (chirp, chirp!). I chose Meridian because of their progressive attitude toward healthcare, prioritizing dignity, and respect. Their focus on mental and social health, in addition to physical health, is incredibly important to the wellbeing of our community.
Why did you choose to go into this field?
I like to think that nursing chose me! I’ve had fantastic mentors throughout my life; they are the strongest and most powerful individuals I’ve ever known. These mentors are women who have, at some point in each of their lives, had to overcome gender-related struggles. For this reason, it is my honor and duty to provide safe, effective, and holistic care to women of all ages, cultures, and identities.
How do you hope your patients feel when visiting with you or after they leave your office?
I hope my patients feel empowered, informed, and respected after our time together. My goal is to send all my patients home smiling or – even better – laughing. I truly want each person to have a positive experience, and that every aspect of wellness can best be achieved together.

Did you hear? NEW hours of operation! MeridianMD Convenience Care – Portland, IN has expanded its hours of operation. Walk-ins are welcome! Additionally, we welcome full-time family nurse practitioner, Marissa Lopez, FNP to our Jay County team! For details, visit https://www.meridianhs.org/2022/07/meridianmd-convenience-care-in-portland-expands-hours-and-welcomes-new-nurse-practitioner/ or call 260-726-4350.

It’s a critical time of year for children and their families to prepare for back to school. August is National Immunization Awareness Month and it’s when we, at Meridian, really try to encourage our community to get to one of our clinics early for the required school physicals and vaccinations. Vaccinations have the power to protect our children against serious diseases like measles, cancers caused by HPV, and whooping cough.
Review the Center for Disease Control’s parent-friendly immunization schedule to see which vaccines your children need. And remember that, now, children under 5 are encouraged to get a COVID-19 vaccine.

Beginning Aug. 1, MeridianMD Convenience Care - Portland, IN is expanding its hours of operation and welcoming a new full-time family nurse practitioner to enhance the quality and access to care for the Jay County community. Walk-ins are welcome!

Visit https://www.meridianhs.org/2022/07/meridianmd-convenience-care-in-portland-expands-hours-and-welcomes-new-nurse-practitioner/ for details or call 260-726-4350.

Meridian is providing FREE COVID-19 resources including rapid tests, test kits and N95 masks at all Meridian primary care and urgent care locations. COVID-19 vaccines are also available at MeridianMD locations and Meridian Health Pediatrics (Muncie). Please visit MeridianHS.org/category/news for complete information on resources available to you!