Delani Deckard, APRN-CNP, is a nurse practitioner working in urogynecology. She focuses on pelvic floor dysfunction, pelvic organ prolapse, overactive bladder, pessary maintenance, urinary incontinence, and interstitial cystitis.

She earned her Master of Science in nursing-nurse practitioner degree from the University of Cincinnati. Delani worked in the Ohio National Guard as a medical technician and as a clinical nurse. She also worked for a few years as a nurse practitioner in family practice prior to her role with Kettering Health.

Delani chose to become an APP because being a nurse practitioner is about more than medicine — it's about listening, educating, and walking alongside her patients as they work toward a better quality of life.

Outside of patient care, Delani enjoys running, lifting weights, being outdoors, and spending time with her family.

What is a Certified Nurse Practitioner?

A certified nurse practitioner (CNP) is an advanced practice registered nurse. They hold a master’s or doctoral degree and have advanced clinical training. They collaborate with physicians to diagnose and treat patients. Like physicians, they can make referrals, provide physical exams, order and interpret tests, and prescribe medications.