Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
5904 Richmond Hwy
Suite 350
Alexandria, VA
22303
Lesa Poinsett is a board-certified Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, dedicated to delivering holistic, patient-centered care. With a dual Master’s degree in Nursing and Public Health from the University of Hawaii, Lesa specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology, emphasizing patient education and comprehensive care management.
Born in Panama City, Florida, and raised in a military family, Lesa’s diverse upbringing included living in 12 states and two foreign countries, cultivating a broad perspective on healthcare needs. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Salisbury University, Maryland, and began her career as a nurse in the US Navy stationed in Oakland, California. Her military service sparked a passion for Women's Healthcare, leading her to a specialized role in high-risk obstetrical care with the Army, where she developed significant programs addressing teen pregnancy and perinatal loss.
Lesa’s commitment to education led her to roles at the University of Hawaii and the Medical University of South Carolina, where she taught courses in Obstetrics, Public Health, and Health Assessment. Her dedication to lifelong learning drove her to attain a postgraduate certificate as a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner.
Throughout her career, Lesa has expanded her expertise to include Breast Cancer care and genetic counseling, achieving certification in cancer genomics from The City of Hope, California. This specialization allows her to offer vital genetic testing and counseling, addressing a critical need in breast cancer patient care.
Licensed to practice in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC, Lesa lives in Virginia with her husband and their youngest son. Her eldest son, a Naval Officer, resides in Hawaii. When not practicing medicine, Lesa enjoys glass artistry, creating unique fused glass jewelry, walking, reading, and family time.
BBL Photo Facial
BTL Vanquish
Bioidentical Hormone Therapy
Botox
Chemical Peel
Dermal Fillers
Erectile Dysfunction
Facial Aesthetics
Growth Hormone Peptides
HEIMT (High-Intensity Electromagnetic Muscle Stimulation)
Hormone Disorders
IV Vitamin Therapy
Laser Hair Removal
Low Testosterone
Men’s Health
NAD+ IV Therapy
Non-Invasive Fat Removal
Obesity
Other Services
Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation and Therapy
Personalized Health
SculpSure
Semaglutide & Tirzepatide
Skin Resurfacing
Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Urinary Incontinence
Weight Loss
Women’s Health
Locations (7)
Weight Loss and Vitality
5904 Richmond Hwy
Suite 350
Alexandria, VA, 22303
Weight Loss and Vitality
235 Osborn Ave
First floor
Riverhead, NY, 11901
Weight Loss and Vitality
9043 Shady Grove Ct
Gaithersburg, MD, 20877
Weight Loss and Vitality
1504 Azalea Dr
Unit 402
Myrtle Beach, SC, 29575
Weight Loss and Vitality
7543 Presidential Lane
Unit 33-G
Manassas, VA, 20109
Weight Loss and Vitality
1800 K Street
Northwest Front 100
Washington, DC, 20006
Weight Loss and Vitality
556 Garrisonville Rd.
#211
Stafford, VA, 22554
More About Lesa Poinsett, NP
NPI Number
1346230703
Reviews
Great
Great experience
Wonderful staff and I always feel welcomed and cared about.
Awesome!
Love Mary she is caring and understanding. I would recommend you see her .
My life improved significantly since I discovered Weightloss and Vitality. They're amazing at providing/recommending solutions to various concerns. Mary really listens to your concerns and recommends ways to address these. I really enjoy the positive atmosphere of everyone in the office and always look forward to my appointments. Thank you so much!
Mary is very knowledgeable and encouraging. She’s also friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend her and the practice. Everyone is friendly, helpful and knowledgeable.
Ms Bailey is an exceptional and caring professional, who is highly knowledgeable and dedicated to her patients. I highly recommend her to anyone and am incredibly grateful to have found her!
Very good communication
Great experience. Mary was attentive, helpful, and provided excellent follow up materials for review.
Excellent
She is very informative, friendly, and caring. She gives me great advice and helped me lose over 13 lbs in the first month!
Mary is very knowledgeable and supportive! I very much enjoy working with her
Great Experience and very knowledgeable. She listens and makes you feel comfortable about any question that you might have.
I love Mary. She gives the best advice and she listens
