Trent Carter
About Trent Carter, APRN, FNP-BC, CARN-AP
Trent Carter is a nationally recognized nurse practitioner, addiction recovery leader, and founder dedicated to transforming community health in New Mexico. Originally from Boyd, Texas, Trent has spent his career helping individuals reclaim their lives through compassionate, evidence-based care.
- Early Career & Education
Trent’s passion for healthcare began early. By high school, he knew he wanted to serve others through nursing. He started his career as a critical care nurse, moving into advanced clinical roles before earning his master’s degree in Nursing from the University of Cincinnati’s top-ranked program, where he graduated with honors.
In addition to his master’s degree, Trent holds multiple advanced credentials:
- APRN — Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- FNP-BC — Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certified
- CARN-AP — Certified Addictions Registered Nurse–Advanced Practice
These qualifications prepared him for his role as a full-time nurse practitioner dedicated to addiction treatment and community wellness.
- A Mission Rooted in Addiction Recovery
After relocating to New Mexico with his family, Trent immediately saw a critical need: accessible, high-quality addiction recovery services for individuals struggling with substance abuse. Deeply moved by patient stories and the escalating opioid crisis, he set out to create a recovery-driven model that empowers patients to rebuild their lives.
His approach combines:
- Clinical expertise
- Trauma-informed patient care
- Community-centered programming
- A passion for long-term recovery support
This vision led to the creation of Renew Health—an organization focused on saving lives and improving futures.
- Leadership, Awards & Professional Recognition
Trent’s leadership in addiction recovery has earned him widespread recognition.
Notable honors include:
- Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Presidential Distinguished Alumni Award (2024)
- Community Advocacy Distinguished Alumni Award (2024)
- Albuquerque Business First “40 Under 40” Honoree (2023)
- Best Places to Work — Renew Health (2024)
- Best Drug and Alcohol Rehab Center in New Mexico — Addiction Group (2024)
- Top Family Nurse Practitioner in New Mexico — Today’s Nurse (2022, 2023)
He was hand-selected by the Texas Tech University president for special recognition in 2024, highlighting his impact on addiction treatment and patient advocacy.
- Transforming Addiction Treatment in New Mexico
Since making New Mexico home, Trent has become a driving force in reshaping the state’s approach to substance abuse treatment. Through Renew Health and additional community initiatives, he continues to raise the standard for addiction services by integrating medical innovation, compassionate care, and sustainable recovery strategies.
His work is helping transform not only the lives of his patients, but also the broader landscape of addiction recovery across the region.
