What is a patient advocate? A patient advocate is a qualified professional individual who assists and provides services to patients and families in the guidance to make well-informed decisions about an individual’s healthcare needs. Brandi Hornick, BCPA has 24 years of experience in advocating for patients in different medical care experiences. She will guide you with compassion and understanding as she equips you with the knowledge to be confident in all of your decisions as you navigate yours or your family’s medical needs. Rise Up Patient Advocacy, Inc. will coordinate care between doctors, promote and support patient autonomy, schedule appointments, speak to doctors as needed by the patient or family, accompany patients or families to appointments, procedures, or the hospital. Rise Up Patient Advocacy, Inc. values the importance of each patient while upholding ethical standards and following HIPAA guidelines. Every patient has the right to quality healthcare and Brandi Hornick, BCPA with Rise Up Patient Advocacy, Inc. will advocate for the rights of the patient and family. Rise Up Patient Advocacy, Inc. is owned by Brandi Hornick, BCPA. Brandi is a board certified patient advocate through the Patient Advocacy Certification Board and a member of The Alliance of Professional Health Advocates.