SALISBURY, Md. - Marylandian -- Chesapeake Health Care is pleased to welcome Courtney P. Stewart, CRNP-PMH, a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health, to its Behavioral Health team. Stewart will provide psychiatric and mental health services to clients at Chesapeake Health Care's Princess Anne and Pocomoke City locations.

Stewart brings nearly a decade of nursing experience to Chesapeake Health Care, with a professional background spanning emergency medicine, medical-surgical care, long-term care, school health, and behavioral health. Most recently, she served as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department at Peninsula Regional Medical Center, where she cared for trauma, critical care, and acute care patients while collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Stewart earned her Associate of Science in Nursing from Wor-Wic Community College and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University. She later completed her Master of Science in Nursing with a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specialization through Chamberlain University.

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Throughout her nursing career, Stewart has demonstrated a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care, effective communication, and collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Her experience includes serving as a school nurse for Worcester County Public Schools, working in emergency medicine, and providing care in hospital and rehabilitation settings. She has also held leadership responsibilities, including charge nurse roles and staff training initiatives.

"I believe every patient deserves to be heard, respected, and supported on their mental health journey," said Courtney P. Stewart. "My goal is to create a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable discussing their concerns and working together to build a treatment plan that supports their overall well-being."

"Courtney's broad clinical background, dedication to patient care, and passion for helping others make her an outstanding addition to our Behavioral Health team," said Crystal Lambert, Head of Chesapeake Health Care's Behavioral Health Department. "We are excited to welcome her to Chesapeake Health Care and know she will have a positive impact on the patients and communities we serve."

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Chesapeake Health Care's Behavioral Health team provides comprehensive mental health services for children, adolescents, and adults, helping patients access the care and support they need close to home.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 410-749-1015.

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About Chesapeake Health Care

Established in 1994, Chesapeake Health Care is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving patients across the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland, including Wicomico, Worcester, and Somerset counties. With 22 office locations and more than 170 providers on staff, Chesapeake Health Care provides affordable, accessible healthcare services to all individuals, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Chesapeake Health Care offers comprehensive medical, dental, and behavioral health services to individuals and families in the community.

For more information about Chesapeake Health Care, visit www.chesapeakehc.org.