Diane Helm, FNP-C

Diane Helm, FNP-C, is the Founder and Leader of Care First Medical and Care First Functional Wellness in Woodlawn, Virginia, where she provides comprehensive, patient-centered care that bridges urgent care, primary care, and functional medicine. Through her practices, Diane is committed to treating the whole person, combining evidence-based medical care with personalized wellness strategies to address both acute health concerns and long-term well-being. Her approach emphasizes listening, education, and empowering patients to take an active role in their health, reflecting her philosophy that optimal care goes beyond symptom management to achieving sustainable wellness.

In addition to her leadership at Care First, Diane continues to practice at Twin County Urgent Care in Galax, Virginia. She brings extensive clinical experience from her early nursing career at Wake Forest Baptist Health, where she honed her expertise in critical care and cardiac nursing. Diane quickly progressed into supervisory and educational roles, mentoring staff, leading certification programs, and ensuring high standards of clinical excellence. Her colleagues consistently recognize her for her professionalism, compassion, and ability to inspire teamwork, making her a trusted mentor and leader in every setting.

Diane earned both her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and her Master’s degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner from South University. She holds certifications including Critical Care Registered Nurse (Adult) and CPR Heartsaver Instructor. Beyond her clinical work, Diane is dedicated to service and outreach, having participated in medical missions to St. Vincent, Peru, and Guatemala. Her leadership at Care First Medical and Care First Functional Wellness, combined with her commitment to excellence, education, and holistic patient care, establishes her as a respected healthcare provider and innovator in functional and integrative medicine.

• South University - MSN
• South University - BSN
• Guilford Technical Community College - ASN

• Dry Needling Certified
• Reiki 2 Practitioner Certified
• Functional Medicine Practitioner Certified

• Marquis Who’s Who
• Top 100 Nurses
• Honored Member, Worldwide Women’s Association – 2025

• Vice President of the North Carolina Nurse Practitioners Association- Greensboro Chapter
• North Carolina Nurses Association
• AANP