Find an Advocate to Help You Navigate IBD
Our advocates have deep expertise in navigating complex health conditions, such as Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) – and making sure you get the care you need. Some advocates specialize in clinical care navigation, while others focus on insurance coverage and medical bills. Whatever issue you're facing, we can help.
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Michele Mosier, PharmD
PHARMACY | CARE NAVIGATION
Dr. Michele Mosier leverages over two decades of pharmacy expertise to empower individuals on their health journeys. With a focus on holistic wellness and seamless care coordination, Michele ensures comprehensive support through medication management and effective provider communication.
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Jeff Byars, NREMT, BCPA
INSURANCE | CARE NAVIGATION
After decades as an Emergency Medicine Technician and health insurance staffer, Jeff Byars turned to patient advocacy. A cancer survivor and caregiver, Jeff knows firsthand how tough it is to navigate healthcare. Get the benefits of Jeff's deep knowledge and experience to guide your journey.
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Megan Stewart, MS, BCPA
CARE NAVIGATION
Megan Stewart, MS, BCPA, comes to patient advocacy through deep personal experience navigating complex care. She holds a Master's degree from Georgetown University. Now, she uses her experience to help others with medication reconciliation, care navigation, and clinical advocacy.
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Michael Yudelevich, MD, BCPA
MEDICAL | INSURANCE
Michael Yudelevich holds a Medical Degree and is a Board-Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA). He excels in navigating pharmacy benefits, reviewing medical bills, appealing insurance denials, and reviewing and managing medications. He helps clients manage diagnoses and make treatment decisions.
Barbara Abruzzo, RN, BCPA
CLINICAL ADVOCACY
Barbara Abruzzo is a Board-Certified Patient Advocate and nurse with decades of experience. Since day one of her advocacy practice, she has worked with IBS and IBD patients. She helps you get correct diagnoses and access appropriate providers and treatments.
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Megann Young, MD, MPH
MEDICAL | INSURANCE
Dr. Megann Young is an Emergency Medicine doctor offering medical advocacy and care management. She helps people understand complex health conditions and treatment options, as well as appealing health insurance denials and helping you get the coverage you need and deserve.
![Jill Ice, MSN, RN, BCPA | Umbra Health Advocacy Nurse advocate Jill Ice, MSN, RN, BCPA](https://umbrahealthadvocacy.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Jill-Ice-Headshot-1-square.jpg)
Jill Ice, MSN, RN, BCPA
CLINICAL ADVOCACY
Jill Ice has spent over 30 years in nursing, driven by genuine care for others. Jill provides support and guidance to people navigating complex healthcare situations. She helps patients manage medications, navigate and coordinate care, and ensure the highest-quality of care and patient safety.
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Sara Du Terroil
INSURANCE | MENTAL HEALTH
Sara Du Terroil is a fierce advocate for health insurance coverage. She knows the ins and outs of insurance rules and uses that knowledge to help you navigate prior authorizations, appeal denials, and get coverage exceptions. Sara can also help you coordinate care and negotiate your bills.
![Shailavi Jain, RPh, BCPA | Umbra Health Advocacy Patient advocate Shailavi Jain, RPh, BCPA](https://umbrahealthadvocacy.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Shailavi-Jain-Healthcare-Advocate-Summit-Headshots-214-square.jpg)
Shailavi Jain, RPh, BCPA
PHARMACY | CARE NAVIGATION
Shailavi Jain uses her pharmacy training to help you navigate the healthcare system, from researching treatment options to coordinating care. Blending professional expertise and personal experience, Shailavi empowers you to make informed decisions while supporting you every step of the way.
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Carolyn Trend, MD
MEDICAL ADVOCACY
Dr. Carolyn Trend retired as a pediatrician and became a medical advocate for adults with complex healthcare needs. She helps patients coordinate care, manage medications, access clinical trials, and manage rare and serious conditions. She can support at-home or hospital/facility-based care.
![Nancy Keller, PhD, BCPA | Umbra Health Advocacy Patient advocate Nancy Keller, PhD, BCPA](https://umbrahealthadvocacy.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Nancy-Keller-1-square.jpg)
Nancy Keller, PhD, BCPA
CARE NAVIGATION
Nancy Keller traded her lab coat for a career in patient advocacy. She helps patients navigate complex care, especially rare and serious conditions. Nancy helps you find and communicate with healthcare providers expert in your condition and ensures that you get high-quality, safe treatment for your condition.
![Darlene Christy, BCPA | Umbra Health Advocacy Patient advocate Darlene Christy, BCPA](https://umbrahealthadvocacy.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Darlene-Christy-Headshot-square.jpeg)
Darlene Christy, BCPA
CARE NAVIGATION
Darlene Christy is an expert in qualitative and quantitative research on patient-doctor communications. Now, she uses her deep communications expertise to help you manage your relationship with doctor/s and other providers to ensure you understand your diagnoses and treatment options.
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Shiella Radel, MS, BCPA
CARE NAVIGATION
Shiella Dowlatshahi Radel, MS, BCPA, became a fierce advocate for IBD patients after her son was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis. Shiella is also an author and former biopharmaceutical executive. She specializes in helping patients navigate IBD, chronic and acute pain, and other serious conditions.
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Gabrielle Hochberg, MHA
CARE NAVIGATION
Gabrielle Hochberg, MHA, has personal experience with Crohn's disease and knows firsthand how tough it can be. With deep professional experience in healthcare and health insurance/managed care, she's ready to help you navigate the care and coverage you and your loved ones need and deserve.
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