Chronic pain and palliative care are two of the most complex and critical areas of patient management—requiring expertise, compassion, and a deep understanding of the evolving treatment landscape. In this episode of POCN Perspectives in Practice, Deb Nevins sits down with Dr. Brett Snodgrass, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, FAANP, ACHPN, a nationally recognized NP leader and expert in chronic pain and palliative medicine.

Brett brings more than 20 years of experience working with chronic pain and palliative care patients across multiple settings, from family practice and urgent care to emergency medicine and hospice. As the Operations Director for Palliative Medicine at Baptist Health Systems and the 2025 HPNA Podcast Host, she offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing advanced practice providers in this space.

Together, Deb and Brett explore:

• The evolving role of NPs and PAs in chronic pain and palliative care.
• Best practices for balancing pain management with opioid stewardship.
• Addressing barriers to care, from access challenges to insurance hurdles.
• How pharma and life science companies can better support clinicians and patients.
• The emotional and ethical considerations of palliative medicine.