Courtney Snyder, MS, ACNP has over 22 years of experience as a nurse and 19 years as a Nurse Practitioner. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Johns Hopkins University and her Master of Science from University of Maryland.
Courtney began her career as an oncology ICU nurse at Johns Hopkins Hospital and continued there as a Nurse Practitioner in plastic and reconstructive surgery, working primarily with breast cancer patients. After relocating to Arizona, she practiced in gynecologic oncology and spent much of her career in oncology clinical trials, working with novel and innovative therapies for patients with advanced and rare cancers.
She has also worked extensively in pancreatic cancer early detection and cancer early detection and prevention programs for first responders. Most recently, Courtney practiced in gastroenterology, expanding her expertise in a wide range of complex and chronic medical conditions.
Courtney has presented at national conferences and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications.
Throughout her clinical career, she has worked closely with patients facing serious illness, multiple co-morbidities, and complex treatment plans requiring coordination across multiple specialties.
She founded her patient advocacy and care navigation service after recognizing how often patients and families struggle to understand medical information, navigate fragmented healthcare systems, and make confident decisions during stressful medical situations.
Her work focuses on providing clarity, organization, and clinical insight to help patients better understand their care and feel supported throughout their healthcare journey. now brings her clinical expertise and compassion to patient advocacy, helping patients and their families better understand their medical care, participate confidently in healthcare decisions, and navigate the complexities of the healthcare system.
Courtney is a member of the Alliance of Professional Healthcare Advocates and Greater National Advocates.
EXPERIENCE & CLINICAL BACKGROUND
• Acute care nurse practitioner (ACNP-BC certified)
• Experience managing complex hospitalized patients
• Background in multi-specialty coordination of care
• Experience with high-acuity and chronic disease management
• Strong foundation in evidence-based clinical decision-making
APPROACH
My approach is centered on:
• Clear explanation of medical information
• Helping patients understand their options
• Organizing complex healthcare situations
• Supporting informed decision-making
• Reducing confusion and healthcare stress
Disclaimer:
Patient advocacy services provide guidance and support in navigating healthcare systems and medical information. These services do not replace medical care or establish a provider-patient relationship. Our services do not encompass clinical or medical advice, assessments or care plans, diagnosis, prescription or treatment, or the practice of nursing in your state. We focus on removing barriers and coordinating quality patient centered care through appointment support, note taking, facilitating communication between patient and care team, and providing non-clinical education.