Melanie is a board-certified women’s health Nurse Practitioner at CHRISTUS Women’s Center – Alexandria. She has a particular interest in breast health, hormonal imbalances, infertility and menopause.
An Alexandria-native, Melanie has practiced in her hometown for over 24 years. She is a member ofNurse Practitioners in Women’s Health, Louisiana Association of Nurse Practitioners and certified by the National Certification Corporation.
Melanie strives to see each patient as an individual, always providing compassionate care along with an integrative approach to ensure the healthiest and most appropriate outcome.
“I will always seek to maintain a high standard of practice for my patient’s well-being. My philosophy has always been to truly listen to my patients. This allows me to build strong relationships and provide personalized care and treatment that is tailored to meet each woman’s specific needs.”
Melanie earned her Nurse Practitioner degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and her Nursing degree from Northwestern State University of Louisiana.
Melanie has three daughters and enjoys spending time with her family, hiking andbike riding.
Graduate School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas Southwestern Medical School
Certification: National Certification Corporation
Ratings & Reviews
Overall Quality of Care4.9
Listened Carefully4.8
Explained Things Clearly4.9
Spent Enough Time4.8
Showed Courtesy & Respect4.9
Patient reviews (132)
4.0
I appreciate my NP. I'm just disappointed with the follow-up with tests and scripts missing and not called in.
5.0
A very delicate situation was handled with professional care and compassion.
5.0
Nice
5.0
Everything was right on time and they are respectable wouldn’t change a thing
5.0
Waiting time was not an issue.
5.0
Very understandable
5.0
She got right down to business.
5.0
Nurse was very receptive
5.0
So glad I made the decision to come there
5.0
Great job
5.0
Wonderful
5.0
Good experience
5.0
Great Provider!
5.0
Thank you!
5.0
Melanie’s assist did a very good job also.
5.0
Please see previous comments
5.0
She have a lot of important information.
5.0
Keep doing a great job
5.0
Amazing!! Highly recommend!!
5.0
Would recommend her to others
5.0
she is just awesome overall . She is patient and actually listen to her patient needs .
5.0
I am thankful to have this doctor after my old obgyn left.
5.0
Thank you
5.0
I really like her and will continue to use her services!
5.0
Melanie cares and goes above and beyond! I’m so thankful God Iraqi es for her to take care of me!
5.0
SHES ALRIGHT WITH ME......
4.0
Pathology report came back negative and wanted to know why we did a surgery
5.0
Everything went well just don't like sitting with a sheet wrapped around you waiting for 40 minutes or so
5.0
She is very patient
5.0
Thank you! You are appreciated.
5.0
Satisfied
5.0
Did so in this survey.
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No
5.0
Thank you for having people like Melanie tharp
5.0
Always a good visit
5.0
great doctor
5.0
Everyone was awesome. Couldn't ask for better.
5.0
Made me feel comfortable
5.0
Melanie Tharp is the best at what she does. She is an asset to your hospital.
5.0
Fast funny and comfy
4.0
Going forward I will ask to have all specimens screened.
2.0
She was very nice and professional. Over all didn't have the quality of time to hear your health problems.
5.0
😊😊😊😊
5.0
She took time to explain the past history and my present tests results into consideration. She’s VERY THOROUGH. She’s VERY RESPECTFUL and has great PR.
5.0
Thanks Ms Melanie for providing 5 star service to me. I appreciate it.
3.0
Didn't tell me how she was going to take care of the problem.
5.0
She really explains things to you
5.0
I enjoy working with you and entrusting you with my healthcare!
5.0
I am recommending my daughter become a patient!
5.0
I appreciate the extra discussion regarding labs!
5.0
Melanie is very professional and helps you to understand. I have been going to Melanie for several yrs. I appreciate her and her knowledge very much
5.0
Thank you the visit was and answering my questions and addressing my concerns
5.0
The best experience I’ve encounter in a while with a gynecologist
5.0
I will continue to use my provider
5.0
Excellent care!!
5.0
Thanks for always being personal
5.0
I had no complaints about the doctor. It’s just a receptionist!
5.0
I also appreciate how quickly she saw me to my appointment time. Her nurse was also professional and helpful.
1.0
This was not an issue by Miss Melanie. This was an error on her staff member. Miss Melanie has been very nice
5.0
The office works wonderful as a team and move together to assure the best experience possible.
5.0
Very professional and very knowledgeable
5.0
None
5.0
She always goes above and beyond for me! I really appreciate it.
5.0
Thank you
5.0
Thank you for always being there to care for me.
5.0
Excellent
5.0
First time seeing Melanie Thorp and she was great
5.0
None
5.0
I will be seeing her again. She is awesome.
5.0
THANK Y'ALL
5.0
Best NP! Never in a rush! Full attention!
5.0
I would recommend her to family and friends
5.0
Glad I was told about this office
5.0
Thank's for the great service and making us feel like fmly
5.0
The nursing staff provided the same high quality and friendly attention.
5.0
Very pleased
5.0
Excellent care
5.0
Excellent provider
5.0
She cares about her patients cares and needs. She is thorough and takes her time to understand the issues and concerns of the patient.
5.0
Melanie takes the time to listen to concerns and give recommendations for care that are scientifically sound.
5.0
Much improved from my last visit!!!!!
5.0
Very impressed with her bedside manner.
5.0
I really like the doctor she was nice and made me feel at ease the whole time we were together at my appointment. She explained what she was doing while she examined me .
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5.0
the provider were good
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5.0
Very caring and hospitable.
5.0
Thank you truly appreciate the experience.
5.0
Received results timely
5.0
I like her and trust her.
5.0
Dr. Tharpe is the best!!
4.0
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5.0
She was very nice & thoroughly answered all of my questions.
5.0
Need more like her….
5.0
Great dr
5.0
I left with a very good feeling that I was in good hands to handle my female cares.
2.0
Take time to listen to patient concerns and don't make them feel like they're being rushed in and out.
5.0
I spent a long time after being called back to actually see the doctor. Very unusual for Dr. Tharp.
5.0
Everything was great.
5.0
See previous comment
5.0
Very caring & helpful
5.0
Everything went okay and I was treated with courtesy and respect. Thank you so much.
5.0
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5.0
Great all over!
5.0
Melanie is awesome!!!
5.0
Melanie Tharp is the BEST of the BEST!!!! ??
5.0
Thank you
5.0
She is a great provider
5.0
Very happy
5.0
I'm just glad I have a Dr. Who listens and takes her time and explains everything
5.0
Angelic
5.0
Everyone is so nice and helpful
5.0
Willingness to listen is the key
5.0
Only complaint was I was left in the room awaiting urine results and it was thought I left.
5.0
She is excellent. She is very compassionate and understanding of my needs every visit.
5.0
My provider was amazing
5.0
Listened and explained things well.
5.0
NP was excellent. She took her time with explaining things to me and asking questions about what my expectations were.
5.0
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5.0
Great job.
5.0
Absolutely LOVE HER!!!! I can’t say enough good things about her!
5.0
She was also very understanding in allowing me to nurse my baby during my visit.
5.0
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Thankful for them...
5.0
I will continue going to this provider because she listens and answers all your questions .
5.0
Very pleased
5.0
She's the best
5.0
Keep up the good work
5.0
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5.0
She takes her time with you explains everything thoroughly very well please
