Speaker

Biography

Nonye Tochi Aghanya obtained a Master of Science degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Pace University, New York and has worked in various outpatient/inpatient/retail clinic and home care settings. She co-owned a private practice in New Jersey for some years before joining the retail clinic healthcare setting as a Family Nurse Practitioner, a position she held for over 17 years, she currently works in the home care health setting. She’s had contact with patients of diverse groups in various healthcare settings for the past 30 years and has published many books such as “Tips for Effective Communication: A vital tool for Trust Development in Healthcare” and “Principles for Overcoming Communication Anxiety and Improving Trust”. Her most recent publication is the book THINK, COMMUNICATE & HEAL”. Her book and course contents are based on collaborative efforts with psychologists, past and current health research reports and on her numerous interactions with diverse groups of individuals in the healthcare settings for the past 30 years. She has written articles for various journals and health publications over the years and remains quite active on social media. A member of the Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners and Certification with American Nurses Credentialing Center, Nonye is married and has 4 daughters.