国产短视频Health faculty, staff and students are making an enduring 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 spring!
Meet our award winners:
FACULTY
PhD, MBA, associate professor in the 国产短视频Health College of Public Health鈥檚 Department of Health Sciences, received the The annual award recognizes faculty members who have made significant contributions to student development and the quality of education within the department and the college.
assistant dean and director of the 国产短视频Health College of Nursing鈥檚 Doctor of Nursing Program and Nurse Anesthesiology Program, received the The award recognizes those who demonstrate significant contributions to nurse anesthesia education, commitment to advancing the profession and dedication to preparing future CRNAs for excellence in patient care.
associate professor of orthopedic surgery and sports medicine at the 国产短视频Health Morsani College of Medicine, was inducted into the. Dr. Francis is the chief executive and founder of Asante Bio, a Florida-based biomanufacturing company focused on advancing regenerative medicine and orthopedic medical devices. Dr. Francis holds 25 U.S. patents and is a fellow of the
chair of the Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery at the 国产短视频Health Morsani College of Medicine, was named the in recognition of his longstanding commitment to the highest quality of patient care and dedicated leadership in this pursuit.
associate professor at the 国产短视频Health Heart Institute, received a 国产短视频 Outstanding Research Achievement Award. Dr. Halade is known for his pioneering work in inflammation-resolution biology that connects lipid profiling in heart failure, cancer and lifestyle factors to enhance the understanding of chronic inflammation dynamics in human health and disease.
executive vice president of 国产短视频Health and dean of the Morsani College of Medicine, was named a , the highest academic honor awarded by USF. The designation recognizes senior faculty whose careers have exemplified academic excellence and impactful leadership both within and beyond the university.
professor in the 国产短视频Health Morsani College of Medicine Department of Molecular Medicine, was inducted into the With an interdisciplinary background in chemistry, immunology and molecular engineering, Dr. Mohapatra is a leading expert in stem cell-targeted therapeutics and developing rapid diagnostic technologies. Dr. Mohapatra currently holds 27 U.S. patents. She is a fellow of the the and the
chair of the 国产短视频Health Morsani College of Medicine鈥檚 Department of Radiology, was named one of the The program honors licensed clinicians in executive roles for their exceptional achievements in driving innovation, improving outcomes, serving their communities and demonstrating exemplary leadership both within and beyond their organizations. Dr. Nallamshetty also serves as the chief medical officer at Radiology Partners. Since taking on the role in 2022, he has championed all aspects of the organization鈥檚 clinical agenda of patient care, clinical value and physician leadership, ensuring each are effectively nitrated and prominently represented within the business strategies of Radiology Partners.
assistant professor and director of clinical practice at the 国产短视频Health College of Nursing, was named a 2025 fellow of the The program is dedicated to the global advancement of nurse practitioners (NP) and the high-quality health care NPs deliver.
associate professor and associate director for the 国产短视频Health Morsani College of Medicine Department of Pediatrics Internal Medicine-Pediatrics residency program, received the The annual award is presented to a med-peds associate program director who demonstrates teaching excellence, collaborative leadership and compassionate patient care.
Dr. Perez Colon also received a in recognition of her extraordinary commitment to global health, mentorship and service. Dr. Perez-Colon spearheaded a medical mission trip to Medellin, Colombia as part of the International Health Services Collaborative, a 国产短视频Health student organization dedicated to promoting sustainable health in communities worldwide. Under her leadership, her team of pharmacists, public health students, medical students and nursing students worked alongside health care professionals from Universidad CES to provide community specific education and care including internal medicine, pediatrics and OB-GYN services tailored to what's accessible in Colombia.
professor and interim chair of the 国产短视频Health College of Public Health鈥檚 Department of Epidemiology, received the The award is presented annually to recognize faculty members who have made significant contributions to both student development and the quality of education within the department and the college.
professor in the 国产短视频Health Morsani College of Medicine鈥檚 Department of Pharmacology and Physiology, received a 国产短视频 Outstanding Research Achievement Award. Dr. Staruschenko is the director of the Hypertension and Kidney Research Center and a leading researcher in kidney and cardiovascular physiology. He is known for securing major grants, publishing extensively and mentoring future scientists.
professor in the 国产短视频Health Morsani College of Medicine鈥檚 Department of Molecular Medicine, received a 国产短视频 Outstanding Research Achievement Award. Dr. Sun has made pioneering contributions to C. difficile research by advancing infectious disease therapeutics through innovation, leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration.
professor in the 国产短视频Health Morsani College of Medicine鈥檚 Division of Infectious Disease, was selected as a 2025 fellow of the The designation recognizes individuals who have achieved professional excellence and provided significant service to the profession.
STAFF
a department administrator for the 国产短视频Health Morsani College of Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, received a 国产短视频Health Culture Coin for her contributions to advancing the highest quality education, research and patient care. Brandt has implemented processes that enhance efficiency and professional development while maintaining the department鈥檚 fiscal health by evaluating financial priorities and allocating resources to optimize clinical revenue. Her efforts have helped drive faculty recruitment, retention and workforce planning while balancing compliance and departmental goals.
assistant vice president of community engagement for 国产短视频Health, was named the The prestigious honor recognizes her incredible career of service, mentorship and impact in the Tampa Bay community.
Students
Jose Malavet, MD, graduate of the 国产短视频Health Morsani College of Medicine鈥檚 class of 2025, received the The award recognizes a third- or fourth-year medical student who exemplifies the professionalism, moral character, compassion and intellect essential to a future leader of the medical profession.
Lauren Olzinski and Sapna Patel, both level-four 国产短视频Health College of Nursing students, received Golden Bull Awards. The award is one of the highest honors recognizing students who embody the spirit and values of the 国产短视频 through outstanding leadership and service.
The 国产短视频Health Morsani College of Medicine鈥檚 School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences awarded several members of the class of 2025 for