Provider Bio
Anna Raffaelli, CNM, is a certified nurse-midwife at Women's Healthcare Associates in Tualatin, Oregon.
From the Provider
“My path to midwifery started at a young age with a strong curiosity for medicine and a desire to serve others. My formal introduction came when I was working as a volunteer doula--and it was love at first sight! The patient-centered, evidence-based approach that midwifery takes is a perfect fit for me and I feel fortunate to work in a role where I can build relationships with women across the lifespan. My goal is for my patients to leave each visit feeling supported and confident in making decisions about their health.”
About the Provider
Anna was drawn to nurse-midwifery by her desire to support women through the powerful and emotional experience of birth. She enjoys the relationships she is able to form with her patients and believes that providing evidence-based care and education empowers women in their health care decision-making. Anna’s clinical interests include obstetric care, family planning and contraceptive counseling, adolescent health care and counseling and screening for sexually transmitted infections.
Prior to becoming a midwife, Anna worked as a nurse and legislative advocate for women’s health issues and is a current member of the Oregon Chapter of the American College of Nurse-Midwives. During her training, she was recognized for her academic achievement as a member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing and was a recipient of the Helene Fuld Health Trust Scholarship. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and young son, cooking, traveling and exploring Portland’s restaurants and breweries.
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Sure, I had an excellent visit with Anna Rafaelli, I will return to her for my next wellness exam.
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This was new to me, but she was wonderful in every way!
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I was very pleased with the care I was given even though I was not a regular patient of hers.
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Anna was extremely friendly and explained everything. She was very gentle. Amazing woman!!
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Excellent bedside manner
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Anna Rafaelli was amazing! So compassionate, personable, took the time to care for me holistically, answered my questions with research based answers, and was honestly just great with her bedside manner! Thanks for being awesome!
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Absolutely fantastic. I always have a good experience at Women's Healthcare no matter the provider and this visit was no different. I left informed, empowered, and educated. THANK YOU!
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This was my first appointment at Women's Healthcare Associates and seeing Dr. Raffaelli. I was nervous, but everyone was very patient with me and friendly. I barely had any wait until I was called back, the nurse who took my vitals was great as was Dr. Raffaelli - so personable and really put me at ease. Overall I had a great experience and look forward to adding Women's Healthcare Associates to my healthcare team.
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I have only gone to this clinic 2x but both times everyone has been super professional and caring. I feel very comfortable talking to the medical staff about anything and can be completely vulnerable. I appreciate everything they do.
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Anna Raffaelli, NMNP was really kind a knowledgable, it was my first visit here and I am very glad she is my Dr.
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I love Ana! She explains things thoroughly and I never feel rushed.
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Anna is very knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and is so kind.
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The woman with me who inspected me said my cervix was beautiful and i know that's really silly but it made me feel a lot better about myself and my body. She was really good with examining me and making sure I knew what was going on :-)
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Anna is so kind and caring and gives me the feeling that I am well taken care of. If only it was easier to get in to see her. I will wait for her schedule to accomodate me.
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Anna was super professional, warm and friendly. It was a great experience.
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I REALLY felt comfortable with her. She gave me new ideas and tips that I can appreciate. I felt as though she truly understood my issues.
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Anna was great in all aspects of care
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Anna was fantastic!