Davina Gillespie

Davina Gillespie, FNP-C, is a Family Nurse Practitioner at Tidewater Orthopaedics, where she works closely with Dr. Paul Maloof. A native of Newark, Delaware, she joined the practice in November 2021 and brings a strong clinical background in both nursing and orthopaedic care.

Davina earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Saint Francis University of Pennsylvania in 2015. She worked as a registered nurse for six years across multiple specialties, including 2.5 years on the General and Orthopedic Surgical Unit at Sentara Careplex. During this time, she continued her education at Walden University, where she earned her Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner.

Her clinical experience in surgical and orthopaedic settings allows her to provide comprehensive, well-rounded care focused on patient education, recovery, and long-term outcomes. A former collegiate softball player, Davina values the importance of staying active and incorporates that perspective into her …approach to patient care.

Davina lives in Yorktown with her husband, daughter, and son. She considers Virginia their forever home and enjoys spending time with family and friends, especially outdoors and on the water.