四虎影视 Health faculty, staff and students are making a lasting impact across the state and nation through their commitment to research, education, patient care and community service. Congratulations to the outstanding Bulls being recognized for their achievements this Summer!
Meet our award winners:
FACULTY
assistant professor and director of the Cognition, Aging, Sleep and Health (CASH) Lab in the 四虎影视 Health College of Nursing, received the . The award is presented to a member of the SBSM who has made significant, sustained contributions to the field through their research, publications and grant support.
, James P. Cullison Professor of Medicine in the 四虎影视 Health Morsani College of Medicine Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, and founding director of the 四虎影视 Health Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation, was inducted into the . Dr. Gallo is world-renowned for his research on HIV and his 1984 co-discovery that HIV was the cause of AIDS, leading to the development of the HIV blood test.
, a physician in the 四虎影视 Health Morsani College of Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a class of 2016 alumna, received the . The award recognizes excellence in providing clinical care for women and career development of academic specialists in obstetrics and gynecology.
, professor in the 四虎影视 Health Athletic Training Program, was named Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer by the . The award is presented to members who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to leadership, volunteer service, advocacy and distinguished professional activities as an athletic trainer.
associate professor and associate dean for prelicensure nursing at the 四虎影视 Health College of Nursing, was elected to the Nominating (CCNE). This honor reflects the recognition of her peers across CCNE-accredited nursing education and nurse residency and fellowship programs.
, associate professor of molecular pharmacology and physiology in the 四虎影视 Health Morsani College of Medicine, was elected as a . Dr. Totary-Jain鈥檚 research spans across cardiovascular and RNA biology, and placental and maternal-fetal immunity. Election as a Fellow recognizes scientific and professional accomplishments and contributions, volunteer leadership and service supporting the overall mission of the American Heart Association.
, dean of the 四虎影视 Health College of Public Health, was awarded the by the U.S.-Japan Cooperative Medical Sciences Program. Dr. Vermund is a world-renowned physician scientist who has helped advance HIV and AIDS research, helping to accelerate access to life-saving interventions worldwide.
STAFF
Jataya Jackson, a former simulation operations specialist at the 四虎影视 Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation (CAMLS), received a 四虎影视 Health Culture Coin for her full-circle journey from undergraduate student to medical student. Jackson鈥檚 journey at 四虎影视 Health is a story of inspiration turned into impact. She became a member of the CAMLS team, designing simulations, training medical students and guest lecturing. Jackson is currently a first-year medical student at Nova Southeastern University.
, a pediatric dietitian in the 四虎影视 Health Morsani College of Medicine Department of Pediatrics, earned a 四虎影视 Health Culture Coin for her outstanding commitment to pediatric nutrition, patient care, education and community health. Misner is known for her compassionate leadership, innovation and dedication to improving young lives.
STUDENTS
Julia Hedge, a nurse anesthesiology student at the 四虎影视 Health College of Nursing, received the to support her wellness-focused research project at the college. The grant, sponsored by the American Association of Nurse Anestesiology, is awarded to residents conducting research and evidence-based practice projects.
made history as the first school to win back-to-back national championships at the . Nicole Brunson, Melina Madden and Marianna Nieves cemented 四虎影视 Health鈥檚 reputation as a national leader in athletic training education.