03 Oct Aboubakare, Carissa, MSN, WHNP-BC, MSCP
Certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner
Introduction
Carissa Aboubakare, WHNP-BC, joined the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in October of 2017. She grew up in Orange, California, but ventured out east to Providence, Rhode Island to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Neuroscience at Brown University. She then moved to Cleveland, OH to obtain a Master of Nursing at Case Western Reserve University to become a registered nurse. While working as a registered nurse in Chicago, IL, she completed her Master of Science of Nursing, also through Case Western Reserve University, to become a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner. She became board certified in 2016, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (NAMS) in 2023 and is licensed in the state of Wisconsin.
Carissa’s practice involves caring for women from adolescence onward. She has experience in both obstetric and gynecologic care. She manages pelvic floor disorders, sexual function, menopausal concerns, vulvar conditions, routine gynecologic care, and other gynecologic concerns.
Carissa is a member of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health and the American Urogynecology Society.
Carissa sees patients in the Obstetrics and Gynecology clinic in New Berlin at the Moorland Reserve location.
Outside of the workplace, Carissa enjoys spending time with her friends and family. She also enjoys street photography, trying new restaurants and coffee shops, and exploring new hobbies.
At a Glance
Areas of Expertise
- Female Sexual Function
- Menopause
- Chronic Vulvar Conditions
- Incontinence
- Bladder Pain
- Pelvic Floor Disorders
- Vaginal Prolapse
- Contraceptive Care
- General Gynecology
- Prenatal Care
- Robotic Surgery
- Cystoscopy
- Pessary Management
Board Certification(s)
- NCC – Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner
- NAMS (North American Menopause Society) – Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP)
Patient Ages Seen
- Adolescent (13-18 yrs)
- Adult (18-59 yrs)
- Senior (59+)
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
- Vietnamese
Education / Training
- Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Neuroscience – Brown University,, Providence, RI (2012)
- Master of Nursing – Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH (2014)
- Master of Science in Nursing, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner – Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH (2016)
MCW Start Date
- 10/2/2017
Testimonials
Clinical Specialties
- General Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Urogynecology
- Sexual Health
Appointments
To schedule an appointment or to obtain more information, please call us.
General Obstetrics & Gynecology at Moorland Reserve | Phone |
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New Patients | (414) 805-3666 |
Moorland Reserve Health Center | (262) 798-7200 |
After Hours | (414) 805-6700 |
Urogynecology | Phone |
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New Patients | (414) 805-6644 |
Women's Incontinence and Sexual Health (WISH) Clinic | (414) 805-4777 |
After Hours | (414) 805-6700 |
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