Ms. Theresa W. Dryden, ARNP-C, MSN, is an experienced nurse practitioner specializing in infectious diseases and primary care, with a strong focus on HIV prevention and treatment. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and has since built a distinguished career across multiple states, including Florida, South Carolina, Georgia, and North Carolina. Ms. Dryden has served in both public health and private practice settings, managing complex patient populations and leading initiatives in HIV care, PrEP, and clinical research. She has authored clinical protocols, contributed to pharmaceutical advisory boards, and maintained high standards of care with impressive virologic suppression rates. Her leadership extends to mentoring staff and shaping policy in advanced practice environments. Outside of her clinical work, Ms. Dryden enjoys the outdoors and spending time with her family.