School
School of Healthcare Business and Technology
Department
School of Healthcare Business and Technology
About
Courtney Tanner is the Senior Director of Government Relations for Dartmouth Health, New Hampshire's only academic health system. In this role, she advocates for healthcare policies that support patients and providers statewide. Courtney is deeply engaged in her community, serving as the founding Chair of Families Flourish Northeast, a residential treatment program for pregnant and parenting women recovering from substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health challenges. She is also a board member at Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital and Northern New England ACHE.
A Carol Emmott Fellow, Courtney earned a bachelor’s degree in classics and business administration from Saint Anselm College, followed by a dual JD and MSW degree from the University of New Hampshire. Her leadership and dedication to healthcare and community service reflect her commitment to improving lives across New Hampshire.
Education
- Saint Anselm College, BA
- University of New Hampshire School of Law, JD
- University of New Hampshire College of Health and Human Services, MSW
Featured Affiliations
Trustee. Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital
WebsiteBoard Member, Northern New England American College of Healthcare Executives
WebsiteBoard Chair, Families Flourish Northeast
WebsiteEducation
- Saint Anselm College, BA
- University of New Hampshire School of Law, JD
- University of New Hampshire College of Health and Human Services, MSW
Publications
- Savage, S., Kraft, S., Tanner, C., Houde, M. (2024) Advancing Action on the Political Determinants of Health in the United States. Journal of Public Health Policy; *article accepted, pending publication.
- Tanner, C., et al. (2024) New Hampshire Looks at Solutions for Barriers to Discharge NH Bar News; V. 34, No. 8.
- Wilson, L., Wong, S., Tanner, C. (2022). A New Layer of Informed Consent: Discussions and Documentation Regarding Sensitive Examinations in Surgery. Annals of Open Surgery; Vol. 3, Issue 1. March, 2022
- Tanner, C. (2017) Child Protection Laws & the Opioid Crisis: Let’s Take Another Look. NH Bar News; V. 28, No. 6.
Awards and Honors
- NH 40 Under 40 - 2023
- NH Business & Industry Association, Above & Beyond - 2023
- Saint Anselm College, 10 Under 10 Alumni - 2018