Amanda Cotner, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Amanda Cotner, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Education and Professional Collaboration
Amanda Cotner, MSN, FNP-C is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in ear, nose, and throat (ENT) care. She provides comprehensive sinus, allergy, and respiratory health services at Bella Vista ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery, where she collaborates closely with Dr. Feinfield and Dr. Waldman to deliver advanced ENT care.
Amanda earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from California State University San Marcos before completing her Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner at the University of Texas at Arlington. She began her career in primary care, gaining broad clinical experience, before focusing her practice in ENT. She continues to advance her skills through ongoing education and professional development, staying up to date with the latest advances in sinus, allergy, and ear, nose, and throat care.
Philosophy of Care
Amanda is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care that addresses each individual’s unique needs. She emphasizes a holistic approach aimed at supporting lasting symptom relief and enhancing quality of life. She prioritizes minimally invasive treatments when appropriate, aiming to support more comfortable recovery and quicker return to daily life whenever possible. She creates tailored care plans rooted in compassion and focused on addressing each patient’s specific needs.
Conditions Treated & Procedures
Amanda provides comprehensive ENT and allergy care in Thousand Oaks with a focus on helping patients breathe easier, find relief from chronic symptoms, and restore overall wellness.
- Chronic sinusitis and recurrent sinus infections
- Nasal obstruction and deviated septum
- Allergic rhinitis and seasonal allergies
- Nasal polyps and congestion
- Snoring and sleep-disordered breathing
- Sore throat, voice, and swallowing concerns
- Ear infections, eustachian tube dysfunction, and hearing issues
- Supportive care and follow-up for ENT surgeries, including balloon sinuplasty
Personal Note
Outside of work, Amanda enjoys hiking and spending time with her family. She grew up in Orange County and is a proud Mater Dei High School alumna.