Amber L. Manipol (formerly Amber Blalock), MSN, APRN, FNP-C, CEN, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with TPMG Norge Family Medicine in Williamsburg. With over 17 years of experience in the medical field, Amber began her career as an emergency medicine paramedic, holding two Associate of Applied Science degrees in Health Science and Emergency Medical Science. Furthering her education, she earned an Associate of Science in Nursing from ECPI University before obtaining her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Chamberlain University. While working as a Registered Nurse, Amber continued her education and earned her Master of Science in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner focus from Purdue Global University. She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and holds a Certified Emergency Nurse credential. Amber joined TPMG in 2026. 

After witnessing significant gaps in access to care while working in emergency settings, Amber chose to pursue a career in primary care, where she could help patients prevent or better manage their health to avoid future health problems. As a nurse practitioner, her goal is to bridge any disparities in care by providing accessible, holistic care so patients can remain healthy and live meaningful, valued lives. 

Driven by a passion for making a tangible difference in her patients’ health and quality of life, Amber enjoys helping patients navigate their health journey. She prioritizes patient safety, trust, and education, guiding patients to make informed decisions while ensuring they feel heard and respected. Amber utilizes a patient-centered approach to care, believing that meeting her patients where they are and considering the patient as a whole, rather than a specific set of symptoms, produces better health outcomes. Valuing collaboration, education, and building long-term relationships with patients, she aims to keep her patients healthy, informed, and out of the emergency room whenever possible. 

Amber focuses on prevention, education, and shared decision-making while remaining proactive and thorough. She takes time to actively listen to her patients’ questions and concerns. Amber sees patients across their lifespan for a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, including infections, chronic disease management, minor injuries, and women’s health concerns, among others. She has a particular medical interest in acute care, preventive medicine, women’s health, and especially reducing unnecessary emergency department visits through timely outpatient management. 

When she isn’t in the office, Amber enjoys spending time with family, reading, and traveling whenever she finds the opportunity. She loves the Hampton Roads area’s proximity to the beach and strong sense of community. 

Amber warmly welcomes patients to make an appointment to see her at TPMG Norge Family Medicine.

Education

Undergraduate: Associate of Applied Science degrees in Health Science and Emergency Medical Science; Associate of Science in Nursing, ECPI University; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Chamberlain University
Graduate: Master of Science in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner focus; Purdue Global University

Interests & Activities

Member, American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP); Certified Emergency Nurse Credentials