Marc S Berlin

BCPA
On The Marc Patient Advocacy Services
Marc

Marc S Berlin

BCPA
On The Marc Patient Advocacy Services
Advocate Location
Cedarhurst , NY 11516
Specialty
Medical Guidance
Other Services
Insurance & Billing
TeleAdvocacy Available
Offers FREE Initial Consultation
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How I Can Help
On The Marc Patient Advocacy Services provide support and guidance to older adults and their families in managing medical appointments with their primary care provider and finding appropriate specialists. We help navigate the complexities of the healthcare system. Additionally, we will assist older aging adults and individuals with disabilities in accessing the services they need to live independently and age in place comfortably in their own homes. We aim to provide "good help​ ​to ensure good health".​
Important Information About Me
  • I offer a FREE Initial Consultation
  • I offer TeleAdvocacy Service
  • I am insured
  • My geographical area of practice is Greater New York Metropolitan Area
Why I Became A Professional Health Care Advocate
It took a few major events in Marc’s life to lead him down the path of becoming a patient advocate for our Long Island communities. Marc was born with cerebral palsy. Certainly not a disadvantage, quite the opposite. His empathy, drive, and core values helped him provide a deeper level of care toward everyone he’s served. Having endured over twenty surgical procedures in his early years, gave Marc an insight into our medical system. Marc’s understanding, compassion and caring for persons with disabilities comes from a place of empathy. While it may restrict some of Marcs activities, it has not reduced, but rather enhanced his desire and determination to succeed. Marc’s goal as a patient advocate is to enhance the quality of a patient’s healthcare and make the process of navigating the journey through the system easier.

Advocating for his Mom, extending this knowledge. The true inspiration for my interest in patient advocacy was my mother. In helping others navigate the healthcare system, I honor her memory. In December, 2015, my mother developed a glioblastoma (GBM) Grade 4, the worst kind of brain cancer, which is usually terminal within 18 months. Once his mother was diagnosed with Glioblastoma, Marc knew it was his mission to help serve and advocate for so many needing his assistance. As a skilled management professional, Marc has begun On the Marc Patient Advocacy Services providing his clients with the supplies and services they need.
I believe that the one-handed former Yankee pitcher Jim Abbott made me realize that although I have a disability, I don’t have to lose my determination to succeed. He inspired me to not give up, but rather try to work on myself and focus to achieve goals some might consider beyond my capabilities.
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Formal Education
BCPA, Board Certified Patient Advocate Patient Activation Certification Board, 2022
The George Washington University, MHSA, 1996
The American University BSBA Human Resources, 1992
Family Centered Patient Advocacy, PULSE Center For Patient Safety, Education & Advocacy , August 2019
Language Proficiency
  • Hebrew
Faith Experience
  • Judaism
Additional Skills
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS/ ACTIVITIES
● Board Member, NAHAC (National Association of Healthcare Advocacy) (Education Committee Chair)
● Board Member, Destination Accessible
● Board Member, Board Secretary for Alzheimer's Disease Resource Center
● Pulse Center For Patient Safety, Education & Advocacy; Course Completed: Family Centered Patient Advocacy; TakeCharge Campaign Ambassador
● Volunteer, Parker Jewish Institute For HealthCare & Rehabilitation, Willing Hearts Helpful Hands Program
● Academy of Peer Services: Courses in Patients’ Rights, Recovery & Rehabilitation
● Delta Tau Delta Fraternity, Active Member, Alumni Organization
Professional Affiliations
Board Member NAHAC (National Alliance of Healthcare Advocates)
Board Member, Destination Accessible (destinationaccessible.org)
Secretary of the Board, ADRC (Alzheimer's Disease Resource Center)
Ambassador for Take Charge Campaign