Abby McCoy

Education:

St. Louis University, Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Expertise:

Trauma, orthopedics, general surgery, pediatrics, spinal surgery, and home care.

• * Over 15 years of experience in patient care at esteemed U.S. hospitals
• * Has treated and educated patients with cardiovascular disease, lung disease, diabetes, and surgical and traumatic wounds.

Experience:

Health writer for Sleep Foundation, BP Hope, Everyday Health, Next Avenue, and more.

Registered nurse at St. Louis Children's Hospital and St. Louis University Hospital.

Abby is a registered nurse with extensive experience in both adult and pediatric care across surgical, trauma, and home health settings. She now writes health content for trusted outlets including Everyday Health, Next Avenue, and Sleep Foundation. Abby’s passion lies in bridging the gap between healthcare and the public, empowering readers with reliable information to make confident decisions about their health.