Nelbie Anne Duran is a dedicated and compassionate Certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in hematology and medical oncology at Cancer Care Northwest (CCNW) in Spokane, Washington. Her extensive expertise also includes performing in-clinic bone marrow biopsies to identify blood disorders, cancers, and other complex medical conditions, ensuring accurate diagnoses and optimal patient care.
Nelbie's educational journey is truly inspiring. She began at St. Jude Colleges in the Philippines, earning her Master of Arts in Nursing, and continued to enhance her skills with a Master of Science in Nursing specializing in Oncology from Duke University School of Nursing in North Carolina.
With over a decade of oncology experience under her belt, Nelbie is deeply committed to providing personalized and holistic care. She approaches every patient interaction with a genuine sense of empathy and warmth, striving to bring comfort and hope during challenging times while maximizing opportunities for healing and enhancing her patient's quality of life.
She is wholeheartedly dedicated to expanding her expertise as an advanced practice provider, enthusiastically engaging in research, education, and improving healthcare. Her passionate pursuit of knowledge and innovation inspires her to create a meaningful difference in patient care and community health outcomes, leaving a positive mark on those she serves.
Beyond her clinical responsibilities, Nelbie is passionately involved in charitable programs for children with cancer and disabilities in the Philippines and supports foundations that serve underserved communities in the U.S. Her dedication to making a meaningful difference shines through in all her efforts and reflects her strong sense of social responsibility.
A proud member of the American Nurses Association (ANA), the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS), and the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Nelbie actively promotes the advancement of the nursing profession and patient care standards.
Fluent in English, Filipino, and the Ilocano dialect, she loves connecting with people from diverse backgrounds. In her spare time, Nelbie enjoys cooking, traveling, and expressing her creativity through photography and crafting, truly embodying her belief that life is a beautiful journey worth capturing and sharing.
