J’Adore Larosa-Mattis, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, FNYAM, FADLN
Dr. J’Adore Larosa-Mattis, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, is a dedicated and highly accomplished Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and nurse educator whose work is deeply rooted in advancing health equity and addressing social determinants of health (SDOH). With a compassionate, patient-centered approach, he is committed to building meaningful relationships with individuals and families while delivering comprehensive, evidence-based care. His professional mission extends beyond bedside practice, as he actively educates and mentors nurses to strengthen clinical competency and improve patient outcomes across diverse populations.
Currently serving as a Surgical Nurse Practitioner at Mount Sinai West Hospital, Dr. J’Adore Larosa-Mattis plays a critical role in managing postoperative recovery, monitoring for complications, and providing patient education that supports safe healing and long-term wellness. He collaborates closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality care. Prior to this role, he specialized in bariatric and general surgery, where he contributed to patient evaluations, weight management programs, and perioperative care planning, helping patients achieve sustainable lifestyle changes and improved health outcomes. His clinical foundation also includes extensive experience in Vascular Surgery, General Surgery, urology, and medical-surgical nursing, with expertise in wound care management, minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic interpretation, advanced inpatient nursing care, clinical decision-making, and healthcare operations.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. J’Adore Larosa-Mattis is a respected academic leader and nursing educator. He serves as Lead Nursing Faculty for Adult Health and holds multiple faculty and adjunct appointments, where he designs curriculum, mentors faculty, and guides nursing students in developing clinical reasoning and professional competence. His educational work emphasizes integrating social determinants of health into nursing practice and preparing future healthcare professionals to deliver holistic, equity-driven care. He previously taught at Long Island University (LIU) and retains his other academic and teaching experiences and accomplishments associated with the institution. He has also served as a graduate professor internationally and remains actively involved in preparing students for licensure and professional advancement.
A passionate advocate, researcher, and community leader, Dr. J’Adore Larosa-Mattis has led impactful initiatives focused on improving SDOH screening, expanding access to community resources, and advancing health equity through data-driven research. His Doctor of Nursing Practice project significantly increased screening rates and strengthened interdisciplinary care coordination within his institution. He served as the Immediate Past Historian of the National Black Nurses Association from August 2023 through August 2026. During his tenure, he founded the National Black Nurses Association National Museum and Archive, created the organization’s first Annual Founders Day Celebration, and founded the National Black Nurses Association Annual Virtual Graduation Ceremony, recognizing the organization’s history, founders, and the academic achievements of nursing students and graduates across the country.
Beyond clinical and academic settings, Dr. J’Adore Larosa-Mattis is deeply engaged in professional organizations, public health outreach, policy advocacy, and charitable work through Sheltering Dreams, a charity supporting homeless youth. His commitment to advancing health equity has earned him numerous national and institutional distinctions, including two Congressional Citations of Honor from Hakeem Jeffries, Minority Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, for his work in advancing health equity. Through his clinical practice, education, research, leadership, and community service, Dr. Larosa-Mattis continues to make meaningful contributions to nursing and healthcare while inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals.
• Binghamton University - D.N.P., 2025
• Long Island University- Harriet Rothkopf Heilbrunn School of Nursing - M.S., 2021
• Long Island University- Harriet Rothkopf Heilbrunn School of Nursing - B.S., 2014
• Borough of Manhattan Community College - A.A.S., 2011
• Family Nurse Practitioner – Board Certified (FNP-BC)
• APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse)
• RN (Registered Nurse – New York)
• ACLS (valid through 11/2027)
• BLS (valid through 08/2026)
• National Black Nurses Association, Founders Spirit Award, 2025
• DAISY Award Winner for Compassionate Patient Care, 2024
• Marquis Who's Who in America Honoree, 2024
• Capitol City Black Nurses Association Men in Nursing Scholarship, 2024
• Decker School of Nursing Leadership Award, 2023, 2024, 2025
• National Black Nurses Association, Scholarship, 2024
• National Black Nurses Association, 40 Under 40 Young Nurse Leader Award, 2023
• H.E.A.L. Haiti Healthcare Hero Award, 2022
• Greater New York City Black Nurses Association Spirit of Nursing Award, 2022
• United States House of Representatives, Citation – Hakeem Jeffries, 2022
• New York State Assembly Citation – Hon. Monique Chandler-Waterman, 2022
• New York State Assembly Citation – Hon. Michelle C. Solages, 2022
• New York State Assembly Citation – Member Brian A. Cunningham, 2022
• The City of New York Mayor Bill de Blasio Certificate of Recognition, 2021
• JetBlue Healthcare Hero Award, 2020
• Greater New York City Black Nurses Association APRN Student of the Year, 2020
• Mount Sinai Health System Year of the Nurse Award Recipient, 2020
• Mount Sinai Health System Nursing Excellence Award, 2019
• Mount Sinai Health System Nursing Preceptor of the Year Award, 2018
• Long Island University, Student Who Persevered in the Face of Adversity Award, 2014
• Long Island University Presidential Scholars Scholarship, 2011
• National Black Nurses Association (Historian, 2023)
• New York Academy of Medicine (Fellow)
• Academy of Diversity Leaders in Nursing (Fellow)
• American Nurses Association
• American Association of Nurse Practitioners
• Greater New York City Black Nurses Association
• Founder – Sheltering Dreams (supports homeless shelters in NYC)
• Community health screenings (YMCA, NYC programs)
• Free NCLEX tutoring and nursing education support
• Food donation programs for NYC shelters
• International nursing volunteer work (Jamaica, West Indies)
• Health fairs and outreach for underserved populations
- DNP Research Project: Increasing Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Screening Rates Using Nurse Education and Navigator Tools (2023–2025)
- Collaborative research with All of Us Research Program on SDOH and health equity (2022–2025)
- Poster presentation: SDOH screening improvement, New York Academy of Medicine (2025)
- Stanford Medicine Grand Rounds presentation on SDOH and Type 2 Diabetes in African Americans (2023)
Areas of Specialization/Expertise
- Patient-centered care and advocacy
- Postoperative and surgical patient management
- Bariatric and weight loss care programs
- Urology diagnostics and treatment support
- Wound care and vascular nursing
- Nurse education and clinical supervision
- Health equity and public health nursing
- Patient education and discharge planning
What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?
What I enjoy most is being actively involved in my patients’ care and supporting them through challenging transitions. Working as an RN at the bedside allowed me to provide hands-on care and spend meaningful time with patients and their families during critical moments, especially when they were facing serious illness or grief. I wanted to ensure that no one had to navigate these transitions alone. After several years at the bedside, I sought to expand my impact by practicing at the provider level, where I could play a greater role in care planning and treatment decisions. Becoming a nurse practitioner has allowed me to continue delivering hands-on care while also contributing to medical decision-making, ensuring that my patients receive comprehensive, compassionate, and thoughtful care.
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