Dr. Christina Lumpkin, DNP, APRN, AGPCNP-C
Dr. Christina Lumpkin is a highly experienced nurse practitioner with over 20 years in nursing and 11 years as an advanced practice provider. She began her career as a registered nurse specializing in emergency and critical care, working in emergency rooms and intensive care units where she developed a passion for managing acute and complex patient conditions. This early experience shaped her foundation in high-stakes, patient-centered care.
As a nurse practitioner, Dr. Lumpkin transitioned to adult geriatrics and primary care, focusing on chronic disease management and patient education. She is known for her patient-centered approach, taking the time to ensure each patient fully understands their health and feels supported in their care. Her dedication to individualized care often leads to patients experiencing “aha moments” that empower them to actively manage their health.
Dr. Lumpkin earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Union University in 2022, along with a master’s in nursing education and a post-master’s certification as an adult geriatric primary care nurse practitioner. She also contributes to the education of future nurses by teaching clinicals at Baptist Health Sciences University and serves as wellness committee chair for her sorority, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated. Her achievements include being valedictorian of her nursing class at Baptist Health Sciences University, receiving the Elizabeth Farnell Award in 2006, and the Academic Excellence Award at Union University in 2014.
Throughout her career, Dr. Lumpkin has worked across hospital-based and clinic-based settings, most recently with Barton Associates Locum Tenens, Matter Health, and Baptist Medical Group. Looking ahead, she plans to expand her work into telemedicine to increase access to care in a convenient and patient-friendly manner, reflecting her commitment to innovation, patient advocacy, and comprehensive geriatric care.
• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Adult Geriatric Primary Care – Union University, 2022
• Master’s in Nursing Education – Union University
• Post-Master’s Certification, Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner – Union University
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) – Baptist Health Sciences University
• APRN, Adult Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-C)
• Valedictorian of Nursing Class
• Baptist College of Health Sciences (2006)
• Elizabeth Farnell Award (2006)
• Academic Excellence Award for maintaining 4.0 GPA
• Union University (2014)
• Inducted into Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Society (multiple times)
• AANP
• Greater Memphis Area Advanced Practice Nurses (GMAAPN)
• Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Society
• Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated
• Wellness Committee Chair for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated
• Community Service with Sorority
Areas of Specialization/Expertise
- Emergency and Critical Care
- Adult Geriatrics
- Primary Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Primary care for adults and geriatric patients
- Patient education and health literacy
- Acute care management for complex adult conditions
- Care coordination and continuity
What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?
What I love most about my work is helping patients truly understand their health. I often hear from patients that no one has ever taken the time to explain things to them the way I do. Many have seen doctors with only 10–15 minutes to spend, but I dedicate as much time as needed with each patient—even if that means running over my scheduled appointment. I cherish those “aha moments” when a patient says, “I get it now! I didn’t know what this medicine did, and no one ever explained it to me.” Knowing that I’ve made a difference in their understanding and confidence in managing their own care is incredibly rewarding.
Locations
Barton Associates Locum Tenens
Olive Branch, MS 38654