Why Patient Advocacy?

Stephanie is a Board Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA) and earned a Certificate in Health Advocacy from UC Berkeley Extension. She also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from the University of San Francisco.

Stephanie is an active member of the Alliance for Professional Health Advocates (APHA), the National Association of Healthcare Advocacy (NAHAC), and the Aging Life Care Association® (ALCA).

In 2006 Stephanie started advocating for family members after a series of critical post-surgery complications and dire diagnoses. There were so many questions, few clear answers, and a lot of emotional roller coasters. 

Soon Stephanie started going to medical appointments with friends to ensure they asked their questions and to take notes. As an adult child with elderly parents, helping others support their aging family members was a natural fit. Finding senior housing solutions, connecting families with resources, keeping those out of the area informed of their loved one's condition in surgery, the hospital, rehab, assisted living, or at home are all ways she could provide peace of mind.

More than 25 years in the business sector honed Stephanie's communication, problem solving, project management, continuous improvement and conflict resolution skills. She prides herself on being a patient, persistent, problem solver and looks forward to putting her knowledge and passion to work for you.