With over 40 years of experience as a Nurse & Nurse Practitioner, I now serve as an Independent Patient Advocate—committed to being your voice in today’s complex healthcare environment.

Healthcare can be overwhelming. Medical jargon, rushed appointments, confusing bills, and fragmented care can leave you feeling lost or unheard. That’s where I come in.

As your advocate, I will help you:

  • Understand your diagnosis and treatment options

  • Communicate effectively with healthcare providers

  • Understand insurance coverage

  • Coordinate care across multiple specialists

  • Ask the right questions—and get the answers you need

  • Ensure your values, preferences, and concerns are respected

Whether you're facing a new diagnosis, managing a chronic illness, or caring for a loved one, I’m here to guide, support, and empower you every step of the way.

WHAT IS A PATIENT ADVOCATE?

Someone who stands for Your Voice in the Healthcare System

Group of people, mostly women, gathered outdoors in a park, wearing purple shirts with 'Lupus Foundation of America' on the back, listening to Joanne Mitchell-McLaren speaking.

You don’t have to do this alone.

Let’s make sure your care is not only clinically sound—but compassionate, coordinated, and centered around you.

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