Meet Dr. Azza Ezzat
Dr. Azza Ezzat, DNP, RN, FNP-BC, is a distinguished family nurse practitioner and healthcare leader with over 25 years of experience in nursing, empowerment coaching, healthcare management, and education. Armed with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and a Master of Nursing Science from Wagner College, along with a Bachelor's in Nursing from Alexandria Nursing University in Egypt, Dr. Ezzat combines her vast expertise with a deep commitment to improving patient care. Board-certified by the American Nurses Association and licensed in In New York, she has been at the forefront of transforming healthcare delivery through innovative models and compassionate leadership.
A Leader in Healthcare Innovation
Dr. Ezzat is the founder of Aging Well Family Health, a pioneering community health service built around the Personal Preference Care Model. This model integrates nursing care and medical treatment to focus on chronic disease prevention, management, and health promotion. It has successfully reduced hospital readmissions, enhanced patient care, and lowered healthcare costs. Her work in long-term care facilities has led to:
- Reducing hospital transfers to under 5% over five years.
- Launching 24/7 telecare services.
- Significantly lowering fall rates and pressure ulcers below benchmark levels.
As an executive leader, Dr. Ezzat has led teams to improve care delivery and performance while creating educational tools for advanced care planning, palliative care, and chronic disease self-management.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Ezzat specializes in:
- Family medicine and wellness.
- Geriatrics and long-term care management.
- Preventive and restorative medicine.
- Palliative care and pain management.
- Leadership in healthcare quality improvement.
Publications and Thought Leadership
Dr. Ezzat’s contributions to healthcare extend to published works, including:
- Make Your Dream Come True (2013)
- Overcoming Cultural Bias as a Roadblock to Success (2012)
- Culturally Specific Palliative Care Educational Program in Long-Term Care Facility (pending)
- Dust Dancing on Sunbeams (pending)
Vision and Philosophy
Dr. Ezzat believes in the body’s natural ability to heal itself when supported through personalized care and authentic self-expression. Her approach emphasizes cultural sensitivity, healthcare equity, and empowering patients to actively participate in their care. She envisions a future where nurses work as full partners with physicians to deliver holistic, collaborative, and inclusive healthcare.
Professional Memberships
Dr. Ezzat is an active member of:
- American Nurse Association
- International Nurse Practitioner Association
- New York State Nurse Educators Association
- Tri-state Association of Nurse Managers
- International Registered Nurse Association
A Commitment to Transforming Healthcare
Dr. Azza Ezzat is dedicated to creating a healthcare environment where every individual feels respected, empowered, and supported. With a profound understanding of energy healing coaching, she integrates holistic approaches into her patient-centered care philosophy. Through her leadership, she continues to advocate for innovation, collaboration, and personalized healing, ensuring a brighter, healthier future for all.