David Burke, FNP-C, went into family practice as a nurse practitioner after working in the intensive care unit (ICU) as a nurse for many years. “I loved critical care medicine but realized that if more people received good, consistent primary care, they may not have ended up in the ICU in the first place,” he says.
David changed gears and chose primary care, hoping that he could “help people manage their health problems more effectively and avoid hospitalizations so they could spend more time living their lives and less time being a patient.”
In his practice, David emphasizes prevention and wellness. “I strongly urge all my patients to make exercise a regular part of their daily lives,” he says. David also encourages a Mediterranean-style diet and stresses the importance of making informed decisions based on the best available evidence. As an educator and advocate, he feels that “it’s important to help patients better understand health information and make choices that are best for their situation.”
David earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Arizona School of Nursing and his master’s degree in nursing from Northeastern University.
Born and raised in Massachusetts, David met his wife in nursing school. He loves spending time with his family, including his two children, and exploring Oregon, rock climbing, kayaking, mountain biking, surfing, hiking and anything outdoors.
Graduate School
Northeastern University
Undergraduate School
University of Arizona
Board Certifications
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Family Nurse Practitioner
Community Reviews
David was an excellent provider, I was very happy with the care he gave.Providence Patient
I had severe pain in my left leg which was moved up and down through me leg.Providence Patient
We couldn't get into my mom's regular PA as we needed a same day appointment due to a fall. The care was very thorough. I appreciate the comprehensive check of my mother after her fall. I have always found the providers at the Bethany office to offer excellent care. The team always explains things and shows compassion towards my mother with Alzheimer's.Providence Patient
He was wonderful, taking plenty of time to examine my hand and gave me needed information and treatment advice. He followed up with calling the [...] clinic and phoned me back the next day justas he promised. He also checked up the next week to see howI was doing and if I needed any more help. I especially appreciate how caring he was and that I did not have to wait for calls back that never seemed to come as from another doctor's office. Thanks.Providence Patient
David Burke is top drawer.Providence Patient
We had a situation that required immediate help. David began this help and when we needed help from a surgeon David got us an appointment that same day with a surgeon.Providence Patient
Provider addressed my symptoms from a very common sense perspective and, based on what I told him, recommended a rational course of action.Providence Patient
First time seeing David Burke. Very caring, compassionate and knowledgeable. Good advice with good results. Excellent experience!! Would definitely see him again.Providence Patient
The medical assistant gathered health information, reason for visit and if I had any questions. When I asked about the prescription that had a few days left and showing no refills, she checked and stated that there were refills on the prescription. I asked her to double check since the pharmacy stated there were no prescriptions, she confirmed that the pharmacy was incorrect. After being at the doctor's and going to the lab for blood work up, I am contacted a day later stating I need to come in and see a doctor and get a blood test for the prescription. Given I see the doctor once a year and have one prescription that I have taken for 10 years, not getting it right should be highly unlikely.Providence Patient
I had a great visit at the dr officeProvidence Patient
instead of waiting two or more days to see my primary doctor David got me in that same day. it was just an obvious pain in my ankle and I thought he could handle it easily and he did. he's super polite and kind and I was very happy with this visit.Providence Patient
I was diagnosed with diverticulitis in Sept. and had a flare up so David Burke answered my questions & concerns.Providence Patient
It was one of the best visit i have had..He told me everything about my sore knee..Providence Patient
He went to consult with other doctors and came back reassured that our plan was the best one.Providence Patient
David did a great job.Providence Patient
I called to talk about a concern. I did not think I needed to see someone. As soon as I explained my symptoms and thoughts, they made me an appointment right away. They helped me with my issues even before I thought I needed assistance...and I greatly appreciated the speediness of the treatment.Providence Patient
Thank you for the excellent servicesProvidence Patient
Burke was very professional and it was a good experience. I had very limited time due to picking kids up at school and he made sure i was out when i needed to be.Providence Patient
I was extremely put off by the provider suggesting I needed to wean my 18 month old from breastfeeding. It had no impact on the reason why I was there and was strictly none of his business. He may also want to read up on the WHO website that recommends breastfeeding up to the age of 2 or beyond.Providence Patient
I always get the best care from the Bethany clinic.Providence Patient
I'm very satisfied with the experience with the provider.Providence Patient
exceptionally patient and attentive. explained about options and the need for a blood thinner because of a clot that was unexpectedly found during a scan of my small intestines. my husband was terrified and didn't want me to take any blood thinner s because of my recent GI bleed. David was calm and very thoughtful and was incredibly reassuring to my very anxious engineer husband.Providence Patient
all positiveProvidence Patient
my appt with David Burke FNP was pleasant, informative and productive. he explained everything thoroughly and easy-to-understand. My cold/cough were gone within 7-10 days.based on my experience with David Burke, I have no issues seeing him again if necessary and I highly recommend him to others if medical attention is required.Providence Patient