Leigh Ann Joel

Leigh Ann Joel, CNM

Overall patient rating:

Book Appointment Chapel Hill Obstetrics and Gynecology

Languages Spoken By This Provider:

English

Accepts New Patients

Telehealth Appointments Available

Chapel Hill Obstetrics and Gynecology: Chapel Hill

120 Conner Drive
Suite 101
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Phone: (919) 942-8571 Fax: (919) 942-6355

Chapel Hill Obstetrics and Gynecology: Durham

245 E. North Carolina 54
Suite 202
Durham, NC 27713
Phone: (919) 942-8571 Fax: (919) 794-8468

Education

Undergraduate School: University of Massachusetts at Amherst

Hospital Affiliations

Duke Regional Hospital

Leigh Ann joined Midwifery at Women’s Health Alliance in March 2012, as yet another certified nurse midwife who describes her career as a calling. Leigh Ann knew when she was nine years old that she wanted to deliver babies when she grew up. She went to nursing school with the goal of becoming a nurse midwife.

After completing her BSN at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, Leigh Ann worked in Boston for two years in surgical oncology and gynecology. She then worked in labor and delivery, postpartum, newborn nursery, and as a childbirth educator for eight years. Midwifery school was the next logical step because of Leigh Ann’s passion for birth. With the midwifery model of care, she could provide presence and support for her patients, in addition to helping them stay safe and healthy.

Leigh Ann then worked in Florida at a community hospital for seven years before moving to NC, where she worked at Women’s Birth and Wellness Center in Chapel Hill. Women’s Birth and Wellness Center is a freestanding birth center caring for low-risk women who desire out-of-hospital birth. Leigh Ann has learned many tricks and alternatives for pregnancy discomforts and for helping babies to come out. She also has extensive experience with breastfeeding support.

Leigh Ann joined Regional Midwifery in mid-March 2012 because she values physician backup within the safety of a hospital setting. She also appreciates the small, personal size of Duke Regional Hospital and looks forward to seeing the families she supports in her own community. She enjoys providing personalized care, and empowering women to make their own informed choices in childbirth.

Leigh Ann enjoys hiking, baking, dance, coffee, and Broadway.

She and her husband, Gregg, live in Durham and have two grown children.

Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating for UWH of The Carolinas:

Annual Well Woman Exam

Katlyn Rhodes is very genuine and concerned. She talked to the entire time which eased my anxiety.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Rachel has a gentle bedside manner and took time to talk through my questions.

Annual Well Woman Exam

She spent a lot of time with me and answered all of my questions!

Obstetrical Appointment (routine)

Answered all of my questions, very informative and helpful!

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Nussman listened to my questions and didn't make me feel rushed.

Gynecological Problem Visit

Checked my previous tests for comparison. Listened to my symptoms. Explained everything. Didn’t make me feel like I was wasting her time.

Gynecological Problem Visit

Staff is very courteous and professional and Dr Lies is an amazing doctor!

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr Grana took the time to listen to my concerns. She was efficient but caring.

Fertility Evaluation / Treatment

Dr. Sandbulte always takes time to listen to me, and she always gives the best medical advice.

Annual Well Woman Exam

The most amazing thing is getting the mammogram at the same time as the well visit and the whole thing done in less than an hour. Extremely efficient & friendly staff.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Barlow is informative and and easy to talk to

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Benavides is always so great! She talks, listens, offers advice and is always helpful.

Gynecological Exams

Professional, respectful and quick

Obstetrical Appointment (routine)

Dr. Murphy is excellent

Bone Density

Kindness of staff; provider is a great listener and very empathetic. I had 2 procedures and an office visit. Everything went quick and was very efficient.

Gynecological Exams

Short wait for provider, provider was pleasant, listened to concerns and kind.

Pap Smear

Debbie was comforting and extremely efficient. I love a speedy visit!

Gynecological Ultrasound / Sonogram

Dr. McCallum is a patient doctor

Gynecological Exams

Amy is very thorough and takes time to answer questions I may have.

Annual Well Woman Exam

They made me feel very comfortable and relaxed