Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing
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May 14, 2025
Sara L. Douglas, The Gertrude Perkins Oliva Professor in Oncology Nursing, Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing Area of focus: Caregivers of patients with advanced cancer and end-of-life decisions When a patient with a terminal illness faces end-of-life decisions, it is a challenging time…
May 14, 2025
For some, running in races is about chasing a personal best. For others, it’s a way to reset, stay grounded or simply accomplish a set goal. For four members of the APP community, this weekend’s Cleveland Marathon represents more than a race—it’s a reflection of…
May 08, 2025
When you’re raised in a family of healthcare professionals you see firsthand the impact that compassionate care can have on both patients and their families. Olivia Gerlach grew up in a family like that and for her, nursing is more than a career—it’s a calling rooted in empathy, leadership, and…
May 08, 2025
For Joshua Collins, nursing is more than a profession—it’s a calling rooted in advocacy, connection, and growth. As he prepares to graduate with his Master of Nursing degree from the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing at APP, Collins reflects on the path that brought…
May 07, 2025
Alumnus and longtime faculty member to become the nursing school’s 14th dean
May 06, 2025
For Nicole Ganiere, the heart of nursing lies in the small victories—like helping a patient take their first sip of apple juice after months of recovery, or supporting someone as they rise from bed after open-heart surgery. When she was a child, Ganiere’s grandfather suffered a massive heart…
May 06, 2025
Emily Lopez always knew she wanted a career in healthcare—one that allowed her to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Now, as she prepares to graduate with her Master of Nursing degree from the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing at APP, she reflects on…
May 06, 2025
From advocating for patients to leading innovations in care, nurses are at the heart of health systems across the U.S. and around the world. The American Nurses Association (ANA) is dedicated to recognizing the unwavering dedication, expertise and compassion nurses bring to healthcare, and invites…
May 05, 2025
Elizabeth “Ellie” Pearson knew she wanted to be a nurse after spending time volunteering at the Johns Hopkins Children's Center. As an undergraduate earning her psychology degree, Pearson spent time in both the neonatal intensive care unit and pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) watching nurses…