Dr. Marissa Fontanez, DNP, FNP, FAIHM, MSCP
Dr. Marissa Fontanez is a distinguished healthcare leader and learning strategist who combines clinical expertise with innovative educational design to transform healthcare delivery and outcomes. As Chief Learning Officer at B4 Symptoms, she leverages her extensive background in medical education, curriculum development, and evidence-based practice to advance the organization’s mission of improving patient care through comprehensive professional education.
With over a decade of experience spanning clinical practice, educational leadership, and digital health innovation, Dr. Fontanez specializes in creating impactful learning experiences that bridge knowledge gaps and drive measurable performance improvements. Her particular expertise informs her approach to developing targeted educational solutions that meet the unique needs of healthcare professionals and the patients they serve.
Her entrepreneurial spirit is evident in her founding of Atabey X Designs, where she continues to consult with healthcare startups on learning strategy, CME accreditation, and digital education initiatives. As a Fellow of the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, Dr. Fontanez brings a holistic perspective to her work, ensuring that educational content reflects current best practices while remaining accessible, trauma-informed, inclusive, and culturally responsive.
Dr. Fontanez holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University at Buffalo, where she also developed innovative simulation-based curricula that significantly improved clinical competence outcomes. Her forward-thinking approach to learning design incorporates advanced technologies and pedagogical frameworks that maximize engagement, retention, and practical application.
At B4 Symptoms, Dr. Fontanez leads the design and implementation of comprehensive educational frameworks that empower healthcare providers with the knowledge and skills they need to deliver exceptional care, particularly in specialized areas of pulmonary medicine. Her strategic vision and commitment to excellence continue to drive the organization’s reputation as a trusted leader in healthcare education.