Dr. Shawana Moore Inducted as Inaugural Fellow of National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health
Dr. Shawana Moore, a prominent figure at Emory University, has received a prestigious accolade as one of the inaugural Fellows of the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health. This fellowship is regarded as the highest honor for board-certified nurse practitioners specializing in women’s health.
Recognition of Excellence
This esteemed designation recognizes significant contributions across multiple domains including:
- Clinical practice
- Leadership
- Education
- Research
- Advocacy
- Community engagement
- Innovation
Beyond mere recognition, the Fellows program aims to foster a collaborative environment where leaders can work together on initiatives intended to advance women’s and gender-related health.
About Dr. Moore
Dr. Moore serves as an associate clinical professor and holds the position of assistant dean for assessment and evaluation at the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing. She has previously directed the school’s Women’s Health-Gender Related Nurse Practitioner program.
In addition to her academic roles, Dr. Moore is active in research at Grady Hospital’s Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Co-Testing Clinic. Her volunteer efforts extend to the Center for Black Women’s Wellness in Atlanta, where she provides clinical services. Her research trajectory focuses on HPV-related cancer prevention targeted at women within the criminal legal system. Dr. Moore is also celebrated for her impactful contribution to policy and position statements on reproductive justice, and she notably became the first African American president of the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health.
Induction Ceremony
Dr. Moore, along with other inaugural Fellows, was officially inducted during the Annual Women’s Healthcare Conference held on October 1 in Las Vegas.
The National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health
Founded in 1980, the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health serves as the collective voice for women’s health nurse practitioners, enhancing their role and impact within healthcare systems.
About Emory University’s Nursing Program
The Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University is recognized as one of the leading nursing schools in the country, consistently ranked among the top programs in various categories, including:
- No. 1 Master’s Program
- No. 2 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program
- No. 8 Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program
The school is dedicated to training the next generation of nurse leaders and scholars through cutting-edge resources, exemplary faculty, and extensive clinical experiences, all geared towards significantly impacting health and wellbeing.
For more information about the nursing programs at Emory University, visit their official website.
