Lori Adashek O’Neal, WHNP

Lori Adashek O’Neal, WHNP is recognized by Continental Who’s Who as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member in the field of Medicine in recognition of her role as a Nurse Practitioner at Ascension Medical Group.

With over 35 years of experience in the field of medicine, Lori Adashek O’Neal is revered for her remarkable contributions to the industry. Prior to beginning her career, O’Neal started as a registered nurse in pediatrics and has experience working in both the labor and delivery departments. O’Neal spent some time as a Head Nurse in Pediatrics and Supervisor of a Women’s Health Pavilion in Pennsylvania. Throughout her illustrious career, O’Neal has attained experience in the areas of women’s health and nursing and helping abused women and taking care of women in a holistic way.

When asked her advice to newcomers in the industry, O’Neal emphasizes the importance of being “ready to work very hard and stay compassionate.” Attributing her success to being “a very good listener,” O’Neal loves taking care of women and lends a compassionate and caring approach to those she serves. In her current capacity, O’Neal promotes wellness and provides education and care for women of all ages including specializing in contraception, STIs, breast problems, sexual health, and more.

While pursuing her educational endeavors, O’Neal earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Wisconsin located in Madison.

When she is not working, O’Neal enjoys exercising, outdoors, walking, hiking, biking, and gardening.

Married to her husband Daniel O’Neal who is an astounding artist and can be found on danieljohnoneal.com, O’Neal has a daughter who is in the Peace corps in Ecuador. O’Neal dedicates this recognition to her mother, Freda Gelin Adashek, a woman of strength, value, determination and success; to Paul Herzog, MD, an amazing teacher and mentor for propelling her into the Nurse Practitioner role, “You will always be loved and appreciated.” O’Neal also dedicates this recognition to Ida Gear, NP – “one of the earliest Nurse Practitioners and African American women in the field – what a role model!”