Dr. Debra Palmer is the debut author of Between Wounded and Well: Lessons in Healing, a powerful memoir about a resilient wounded healer whose journey began as a fourteen-year-old mother. With four decades of distinguished experience as a nurse practitioner and nursing professor, Dr. Palmer has dedicated her career to advancing healthcare practices and improving patient outcomes.Her groundbreaking collaboration with the medical community significantly contributed to pioneering the role of orthopedic nurse practitioners, helping to establish new standards of orthopedic care that continue to benefit patients today. This exceptional work earned her recognition from her peers through the California Association for Nurse Practitioners' prestigious Bridging Healthcare Needs Award. Her employer further honored her contributions with both The Everyday Hero Award and a Community Service Award, testament to her unwavering commitment to healing others.Dr. Palmer's academic achievements reflect her dedication to excellence in nursing education and practice. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the College of St. Scholastica and completed both her master's degree and dual doctorate degrees, a DNP and PhD in Nursing, from the University of San Diego. This extensive educational foundation has enabled her to bridge the gap between clinical practice, research, and education throughout her distinguished career.A transplant from the Midwest, Dr. Palmer now resides in Northern California with her husband, near their adult children and grandchildren. When she's not working in her new Wellness business or writing, she finds restoration through hiking in nature and tending her garden. Between Wounded and Well represents her first foray into memoir writing, offering readers intimate insights into the healing journey from both deeply personal and professional perspectives.
