Joana B.

Hello, I am an educator and healthcare professional deeply committed to student success and to preparing compassionate, competent practitioners. With over 20 years of experience in general surgery, acute care, and interdisciplinary healthcare, I bring real-world clinical insight into the classroom and curriculum. I hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), a nursing degree, certification as a surgical technologist, and a Master’s in Healthcare Systems Management. My teaching is guided by a beli…