/nursing/news 2025-09-09T17:21:54-05:00 UAH webmaster@uah.edu Joomla! - Open Source Content Management 2025-08-19T08:08:21-05:00 2025-08-19T08:08:21-05:00 /nursing/news/19660-uah-welcomes-21-new-faculty-members-2025-26-academic-year-begins Ann Marie Martin

<p><img src="//images/New-faculty-2025-720.jpg" alt="20 new faculty members to join ÂÜÀò”șapp for fall 2025 are, front row, left to right, Bhaskar Gaur, Purva Diwanji, Amanda Markert, Zahra “Ideh” Kashefineyshaburi, Yue Xiao, Joshua Tonkel, Ryan Reynolds and Shauna Bowes, and back row, left to right, Daniel Krenn, Bailey Phillips, Gray Kochhar-Lindgren, Jonathan Blakely, Abdullah Yildizbasi, Farhan Majid, April Urban, Sergio Garduno and Philip Burton." width="720" height="405" loading="lazy"></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) welcomes 21 new faculty members to its ranks as the 2025-26 academic year begins with the start of classes on Aug. 20. UAH is a part of The University of Alabama System.</p> <!--// END Intro Text -->

<p><img src="//images/New-faculty-2025-720.jpg" alt="20 new faculty members to join ÂÜÀò”șapp for fall 2025 are, front row, left to right, Bhaskar Gaur, Purva Diwanji, Amanda Markert, Zahra “Ideh” Kashefineyshaburi, Yue Xiao, Joshua Tonkel, Ryan Reynolds and Shauna Bowes, and back row, left to right, Daniel Krenn, Bailey Phillips, Gray Kochhar-Lindgren, Jonathan Blakely, Abdullah Yildizbasi, Farhan Majid, April Urban, Sergio Garduno and Philip Burton." width="720" height="405" loading="lazy"></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) welcomes 21 new faculty members to its ranks as the 2025-26 academic year begins with the start of classes on Aug. 20. UAH is a part of The University of Alabama System.</p> <!--// END Intro Text --> 2025-08-11T07:56:23-05:00 2025-08-11T07:56:23-05:00 /nursing/news/19634-advancing-equity-through-wound-care-innovation-dr-amaka-akinade-recognized-with-top-honors-in-dnp-excellence

<p><img src="//images/colleges/nursing/news/amaka_article-3.png" alt="A smiling woman in a tan blazer stands with arms crossed against a light background. To the right, bold blue and yellow text reads: “Advancing Health Equity Through Wound Care Innovation.” Below is the University of Alabama in Huntsville logo and “College of Nursing.”" width="2880" height="1620" loading="lazy"></p><p><img src="/images/colleges/nursing/news/amaka_article-3.png" width="2880" height="1620" alt="A smiling woman in a tan blazer stands with arms crossed against a light background. To the right, bold blue and yellow text reads: “Advancing Health Equity Through Wound Care Innovation.” Below is the University of Alabama in Huntsville logo and “College of Nursing.”" /></p> <blockquote> <p>“Wound care requires not only clinical precision but also grit, empathy, and vulnerability.”</p> </blockquote> <p>ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) College of Nursing is proud to recognize Dr. Amaka J. Akinade, DNP, MN, FNP-C, CWON-AP, as the recipient of the Outstanding DNP Project Award and a nominee for the national Excellence in Advancing Nursing Practice Award presented by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN). Her project, "Implementation of a Nurse-Led Service to Improve Venous Ulcer Healing Time and Access," exemplifies leadership, scholarly rigor, and a commitment to health equity.&nbsp;</p> <p>Dr. Akinade’s work addresses a critical gap in care for patients living with chronic wounds and ostomies, particularly those in underserved communities. Her doctoral project introduced a sustainable, nurse-led service model that improved both healing times and access to care for individuals with venous ulcers. The initiative’s interdisciplinary nature and focus on timely, evidence-based intervention demonstrated measurable improvements in patient outcomes.&nbsp;“Wound care requires not only clinical precision but also grit, empathy, and vulnerability,” Akinade shares. These values were central to her project and remain guiding principles in her day-to-day practice. Leveraging advanced techniques such as telehealth outreach and debridement strategies, she has championed patient-centered solutions that extend beyond the clinical setting to address broader systemic barriers.&nbsp;</p> <p>Akinade’s leadership reaches beyond the bedside. She is deeply committed to mentoring fellow nurses and expanding the profession’s capacity through education and advocacy. Her work pushes the boundaries of traditional practice by promoting culturally responsive care, advocating for policy changes, and harnessing technology to bring expert wound and ostomy care to patients regardless of their zip code.&nbsp;“As I advance my career, I remain deeply motivated to effect systemic change,” she states. Her vision is clear: a healthcare system where all patients have access to healing, dignity, and expert care, no matter their circumstances.</p>

<p><img src="//images/colleges/nursing/news/amaka_article-3.png" alt="A smiling woman in a tan blazer stands with arms crossed against a light background. To the right, bold blue and yellow text reads: “Advancing Health Equity Through Wound Care Innovation.” Below is the University of Alabama in Huntsville logo and “College of Nursing.”" width="2880" height="1620" loading="lazy"></p><p><img src="/images/colleges/nursing/news/amaka_article-3.png" width="2880" height="1620" alt="A smiling woman in a tan blazer stands with arms crossed against a light background. To the right, bold blue and yellow text reads: “Advancing Health Equity Through Wound Care Innovation.” Below is the University of Alabama in Huntsville logo and “College of Nursing.”" /></p> <blockquote> <p>“Wound care requires not only clinical precision but also grit, empathy, and vulnerability.”</p> </blockquote> <p>ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) College of Nursing is proud to recognize Dr. Amaka J. Akinade, DNP, MN, FNP-C, CWON-AP, as the recipient of the Outstanding DNP Project Award and a nominee for the national Excellence in Advancing Nursing Practice Award presented by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN). Her project, "Implementation of a Nurse-Led Service to Improve Venous Ulcer Healing Time and Access," exemplifies leadership, scholarly rigor, and a commitment to health equity.&nbsp;</p> <p>Dr. Akinade’s work addresses a critical gap in care for patients living with chronic wounds and ostomies, particularly those in underserved communities. Her doctoral project introduced a sustainable, nurse-led service model that improved both healing times and access to care for individuals with venous ulcers. The initiative’s interdisciplinary nature and focus on timely, evidence-based intervention demonstrated measurable improvements in patient outcomes.&nbsp;“Wound care requires not only clinical precision but also grit, empathy, and vulnerability,” Akinade shares. These values were central to her project and remain guiding principles in her day-to-day practice. Leveraging advanced techniques such as telehealth outreach and debridement strategies, she has championed patient-centered solutions that extend beyond the clinical setting to address broader systemic barriers.&nbsp;</p> <p>Akinade’s leadership reaches beyond the bedside. She is deeply committed to mentoring fellow nurses and expanding the profession’s capacity through education and advocacy. Her work pushes the boundaries of traditional practice by promoting culturally responsive care, advocating for policy changes, and harnessing technology to bring expert wound and ostomy care to patients regardless of their zip code.&nbsp;“As I advance my career, I remain deeply motivated to effect systemic change,” she states. Her vision is clear: a healthcare system where all patients have access to healing, dignity, and expert care, no matter their circumstances.</p> 2025-06-18T09:08:21-05:00 2025-06-18T09:08:21-05:00 /nursing/news/19532-maury-regional-medical-center-commits-145k-uah-college-of-nursing-to-name-training-lab Ann Marie Martin

<p><img src="/" alt="Maury Regional Medical Center has committed $145,000 to the College of Nursing at ÂÜÀò”șapp to name the Basic to Advanced Lab in the Simulation and Learning Innovation Center. Celebrating the new partnership on April 18, 2025, are, from left, Colby Nance, SLIC specialist; Dr. Azita Amiri, CON professor and associate dean for research; Tiffany Crews, director of nursing professional development, Maury Regional; Dr. Charles Karr, UAH president; Jeff Pierce, director, human resources, Maury Regional; Dr. Karen Frith, dean, CON; Dr. David Puleo, UAH provost; Jenny Robertson, human resources lead business partner, nursing, Maury Regional; Dr. Yeow Chye Ng, CON professor and interim associate dean of graduate programs; Dr. Helen Lien, ÂÜÀò”șapp senior development officer, CON, and Mary Deason, SLIC manager."></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>Nurses really matter at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee, and the College of Nursing at ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH).</p> <!--// END Intro Text -->

<p><img src="/" alt="Maury Regional Medical Center has committed $145,000 to the College of Nursing at ÂÜÀò”șapp to name the Basic to Advanced Lab in the Simulation and Learning Innovation Center. Celebrating the new partnership on April 18, 2025, are, from left, Colby Nance, SLIC specialist; Dr. Azita Amiri, CON professor and associate dean for research; Tiffany Crews, director of nursing professional development, Maury Regional; Dr. Charles Karr, UAH president; Jeff Pierce, director, human resources, Maury Regional; Dr. Karen Frith, dean, CON; Dr. David Puleo, UAH provost; Jenny Robertson, human resources lead business partner, nursing, Maury Regional; Dr. Yeow Chye Ng, CON professor and interim associate dean of graduate programs; Dr. Helen Lien, ÂÜÀò”șapp senior development officer, CON, and Mary Deason, SLIC manager."></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>Nurses really matter at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee, and the College of Nursing at ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH).</p> <!--// END Intro Text --> 2025-06-11T09:08:21-05:00 2025-06-11T09:08:21-05:00 /nursing/news/19531-uah-announces-promotion-tenure-awards-for-2025-26-past-year-s-grants-of-emeritus-status Ann Marie Martin

<p><img src="/" alt="Promotion and tenure emeritus awards 2025"></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) announced awards of tenure and/or promotion for 22 faculty members and recognized eight who were granted emeritus status over the past year at the University Awards for Excellence.</p> <!--// END Intro Text -->

<p><img src="/" alt="Promotion and tenure emeritus awards 2025"></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) announced awards of tenure and/or promotion for 22 faculty members and recognized eight who were granted emeritus status over the past year at the University Awards for Excellence.</p> <!--// END Intro Text --> 2025-01-28T09:17:28-06:00 2025-01-28T09:17:28-06:00 /nursing/news/19528-uah-announces-outstanding-students-who-made-dean-s-president-s-lists-in-summer-spring-2025-semester Ann Marie Martin

<p><img src="//images/news/deans-presidents-list-spring-2025-tn.jpg" alt="Dean’s, President’s lists for spring 2025 semester" width="720" height="405" loading="lazy"></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) honors the outstanding work of its students during the spring 2025 semester with the announcement of the Dean’s and President’s lists.</p> <!-- // END Intro Text -->

<p><img src="//images/news/deans-presidents-list-spring-2025-tn.jpg" alt="Dean’s, President’s lists for spring 2025 semester" width="720" height="405" loading="lazy"></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) honors the outstanding work of its students during the spring 2025 semester with the announcement of the Dean’s and President’s lists.</p> <!-- // END Intro Text --> 2025-06-09T11:08:21-05:00 2025-06-09T11:08:21-05:00 /nursing/news/19527-uah-launches-charger-edge-tuition-discount-program-to-boost-graduate-education-access Julie Jansen

<p><img src="/" alt="Charger Edge Tuition Discount Program"></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) announced today the introduction of the Charger EDGE (Educational Discount for Graduate Excellence) program.</p> <!--// END Intro Text -->

<p><img src="/" alt="Charger Edge Tuition Discount Program"></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) announced today the introduction of the Charger EDGE (Educational Discount for Graduate Excellence) program.</p> <!--// END Intro Text --> 2025-06-09T07:08:21-05:00 2025-06-09T07:08:21-05:00 /nursing/news/19521-uah-expands-psychiatric-mental-health-education-for-nurses-seeking-to-become-nurse-practitioners-or-add-a-certification Julie Jansen

<p><img src="/" alt="UAH College of Nursing held their fall White Coat ceremony in Chan Auditorium on Friday."></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) College of Nursing recently announced the addition of a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) concentration in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree and PMHNP post-master’s certificate offering. UAH is a member of The University of Alabama System.</p> <!--// END Intro Text -->

<p><img src="/" alt="UAH College of Nursing held their fall White Coat ceremony in Chan Auditorium on Friday."></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) College of Nursing recently announced the addition of a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) concentration in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree and PMHNP post-master’s certificate offering. UAH is a member of The University of Alabama System.</p> <!--// END Intro Text --> 2025-06-06T08:08:21-05:00 2025-06-06T08:08:21-05:00 /nursing/news/19520-outstanding-uah-faculty-staff-celebrated-at-2025-university-awards-for-excellence-event Ann Marie Martin

<p><img src="/" alt="ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) presented 15 plaques to 14 faculty and staff members during the 2025 University Awards for Excellence ceremony on May 1, 2025."></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) celebrated 14 faculty and staff members for their outstanding achievements during the 2024-25 academic year at the 2025 University Awards for Excellence ceremony on May 1.</p> <!--// END Intro Text -->

<p><img src="/" alt="ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) presented 15 plaques to 14 faculty and staff members during the 2025 University Awards for Excellence ceremony on May 1, 2025."></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>ÂÜÀò”șapp (UAH) celebrated 14 faculty and staff members for their outstanding achievements during the 2024-25 academic year at the 2025 University Awards for Excellence ceremony on May 1.</p> <!--// END Intro Text --> 2025-05-21T15:26:21-05:00 2025-05-21T15:26:21-05:00 /nursing/news/19504-uah-college-of-nursing-welcomes-new-associate-dean-of-graduate-programs

<p><img src="//images/colleges/nursing/con-blog-photos/uah_nursing_names_dr._yeow_chye_ng_as_associate_dean_for_graduate_programs.png" alt="Dr. Yeow Chye Ng at the podium reading from a binder, grey suit blue button up with text that reads &quot;UAH Nursing name Dr. Yeow Chye Ng as Associate Dean for Graduate Programs&quot;" width="720" height="405" loading="lazy"></p><p><img src="/images/colleges/nursing/con-blog-photos/uah_nursing_names_dr._yeow_chye_ng_as_associate_dean_for_graduate_programs_2.png" width="1140" height="810" alt="uah nursing names dr. yeow chye ng as associate dean for graduate programs 2" /></p> <blockquote> <p>Success in graduate education isn’t just about earning a degree, It’s about transforming your knowledge into action that improves lives."</p> </blockquote> <p>The College of Nursing at ÂÜÀò”șapp is proud to welcome its new Associate Dean for <a href="/nursing/graduate-programs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Graduate Programs</a>, a respected nurse educator and leader with a clear vision for the future of advanced nursing education.</p> <p>With a career dedicated to mentoring nurse leaders and advancing academic excellence, Dr. Yeow Chye Ng brings to UAH a deep commitment to student success, faculty collaboration, and community-engaged scholarship. His decision to step into this leadership role was inspired by UAH’s reputation for innovation and its mission to shape healthcare through evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and service.</p> <p>"UAH provides the ideal platform to help shape the next generation of advanced practice nurses and nurse scholars," he said. “Throughout my career, I’ve seen the transformational impact that high-quality graduate education can have on healthcare systems and patient outcomes.”</p> <p>As Associate Dean, Dr, Ng plans to prioritize transparency, equity, and open communication - key elements in fostering a strong academic community. He is focused on setting clear expectations, providing timely feedback, and ensuring that students and faculty alike feel supported&nbsp;and valued. Recognizing that lasting progress is only possible through collaboration, he emphasizes the importance of shared leadership and mutual respect.</p> <p>Looking forward, he is particularly enthusiastic about preparing students for a wide range of leadership roles, whether as providers, educators, researchers, or executives. His vision includes expanded opportunities for community-based learning, interdisciplinary research, and projects that tackle real-world healthcare challenges.</p> <p>His own journey into higher education continues to shape his approach. As a first-generation college student, Dr. Ng understands the significance of access and opportunity and he brings that perspective to every student interaction. His personal mission is to create inclusive, empowering learning environments where all students can thrive, explore their passions, and lead with confidence.</p> <p>The College of Nursing is excited to welcome Dr. Ng and looks forward to the insight, energy, and leadership he brings to the graduate programs at UAH. With a strong foundation and forward-thinking goals, the future of graduate nursing education is bright.</p> <hr /> <p><em>Shaping the future of healthcare starts with a conversation. Contact us to learn more! <strong>College of Nursing Graduate Programs Office</strong>:&nbsp; <a href="mailto:graduate-nursing@uah.edu">graduate-nursing@uah.edu</a> or 256.824.6669</em></p>

<p><img src="//images/colleges/nursing/con-blog-photos/uah_nursing_names_dr._yeow_chye_ng_as_associate_dean_for_graduate_programs.png" alt="Dr. Yeow Chye Ng at the podium reading from a binder, grey suit blue button up with text that reads &quot;UAH Nursing name Dr. Yeow Chye Ng as Associate Dean for Graduate Programs&quot;" width="720" height="405" loading="lazy"></p><p><img src="/images/colleges/nursing/con-blog-photos/uah_nursing_names_dr._yeow_chye_ng_as_associate_dean_for_graduate_programs_2.png" width="1140" height="810" alt="uah nursing names dr. yeow chye ng as associate dean for graduate programs 2" /></p> <blockquote> <p>Success in graduate education isn’t just about earning a degree, It’s about transforming your knowledge into action that improves lives."</p> </blockquote> <p>The College of Nursing at ÂÜÀò”șapp is proud to welcome its new Associate Dean for <a href="/nursing/graduate-programs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Graduate Programs</a>, a respected nurse educator and leader with a clear vision for the future of advanced nursing education.</p> <p>With a career dedicated to mentoring nurse leaders and advancing academic excellence, Dr. Yeow Chye Ng brings to UAH a deep commitment to student success, faculty collaboration, and community-engaged scholarship. His decision to step into this leadership role was inspired by UAH’s reputation for innovation and its mission to shape healthcare through evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and service.</p> <p>"UAH provides the ideal platform to help shape the next generation of advanced practice nurses and nurse scholars," he said. “Throughout my career, I’ve seen the transformational impact that high-quality graduate education can have on healthcare systems and patient outcomes.”</p> <p>As Associate Dean, Dr, Ng plans to prioritize transparency, equity, and open communication - key elements in fostering a strong academic community. He is focused on setting clear expectations, providing timely feedback, and ensuring that students and faculty alike feel supported&nbsp;and valued. Recognizing that lasting progress is only possible through collaboration, he emphasizes the importance of shared leadership and mutual respect.</p> <p>Looking forward, he is particularly enthusiastic about preparing students for a wide range of leadership roles, whether as providers, educators, researchers, or executives. His vision includes expanded opportunities for community-based learning, interdisciplinary research, and projects that tackle real-world healthcare challenges.</p> <p>His own journey into higher education continues to shape his approach. As a first-generation college student, Dr. Ng understands the significance of access and opportunity and he brings that perspective to every student interaction. His personal mission is to create inclusive, empowering learning environments where all students can thrive, explore their passions, and lead with confidence.</p> <p>The College of Nursing is excited to welcome Dr. Ng and looks forward to the insight, energy, and leadership he brings to the graduate programs at UAH. With a strong foundation and forward-thinking goals, the future of graduate nursing education is bright.</p> <hr /> <p><em>Shaping the future of healthcare starts with a conversation. Contact us to learn more! <strong>College of Nursing Graduate Programs Office</strong>:&nbsp; <a href="mailto:graduate-nursing@uah.edu">graduate-nursing@uah.edu</a> or 256.824.6669</em></p> 2025-05-20T08:08:21-05:00 2025-05-20T08:08:21-05:00 /nursing/news/19498-uah-smap-mednet-program-shows-teachers-how-to-make-nursing-training-tools-at-less-cost Ann Marie Martin

<p><img src="/" alt="Four teachers from the Albertville City School System learn about the wide range of medical training devices produced by the Model Exchange and Development of Nursing and Engineering Technologies Center from Dr. Bernard Schroer, far right, professor emeritus, College of Engineering,The Albertville teachers are, left to right, Matthew Jackson, Katie Baugh, Anna Frasier and Corbin Holland."></p><!-- BEGIN Intro Text --> <p>When whipping up a batch of realistic fake flesh, follow the recipe exactly. Swap steps in mixing the chemicals, and your human imitation looks more like alien goo.</p> <!--// END Intro Text -->

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