True North Patient Advocates, LLC

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About My Services:

• Type(s) of Advocacy: Administrative, Health Insurance, Mediation, Medical / Navigational, Medical Billing & Claims, Older Adult Services, Health Management, Cancer, End of Life

Why I Became An Independent Patient Advocate As a trauma surgeon and intensivist, I spent years navigating high-stakes, high-pressure medical situations. I saw firsthand how overwhelming and confusing the healthcare system can be—even for those with medical training. But I also experienced this challenge personally. When my dad was diagnosed with an aggressive brain cancer, our family was thrown into the chaos of healthcare - trying to navigate insurance denials, second and third opinions, complications, appointments and radiation treatments, and transitions between hospital, rehab centers, and home. We struggled to get the right care at the right time. That experience showed me just how critical it is to have a knowledgeable advocate by your side. Although my dad passed, his legacy lives on in True North Patient Advocates, LLC.

Geographical Area(s) Served: I offer advocacy services nationwide

Additional Information:

• Accepting New Clients

Education & Paid Advocacy Experience:

• MD, MS, FACS, BCPA
• Formal Education - Brandeis University, MBA, 2026 (anticipated) - University of Pittsburgh, Acute Care Surgery Fellowship, 2015 - University of Cincinnati, General Surgery Residency, 2013 - Northwestern University, Master of Science in Clinical Investigation, 2010 - Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, MD, 2006 Professional Affiliations - Board Certified Patient Advocate, 2025 - Member, HealthAdvocateX (Board Member, 2023-present) - Member, Alliance of Professional Health Advocates, 2025-present - Member, National Association of Healthcare Advocacy, 2025-present - Board Certification, General Surgery, 2024, Expires 10/31/2026 - Board Certification, Surgical Critical Care, Expires 12/31/2025

Licensed information:

• Licensed Professional: Yes
• License Type: Medicine
• License 63369 - 20
• Educational Advocacy Certification: Yes