
Each year, healthcare facilities qualify for awards from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association that demonstrate how their organization has committed to providing quality care for stroke patients.

Jamael Nettles has just earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing, a path he chose because of his own experience as a patient at USA Health.
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Each year, healthcare facilities qualify for awards from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association that demonstrate how their organization has committed to providing quality care for stroke patients.
“This award brings national attention to USA Health Providence as a leader in patient-centered care and reinforces that our community can count on us — not just in times of crisis, but in the everyday work of building healthier lives,” said Libby Turnipseed Callan, RN, DNP, accreditation, and stroke manager at Providence Hospital.
A board-certified and fellowship-trained pathologist, Bahaaeldin Youssef, M.D., brings a passion for teaching and research to USA Health and the Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine.
“Practicing in an academic health system can provide advantages to see patients with different levels of acuity as well as provide solid support for clinical and basic research,” said Ting Wei, M.D., Ph.D.
The study revolves around a specific DNA repair complex formed by the proteins PMS2 and MLH1, also known as Mutl_Alpha, which is crucial for correcting DNA errors.
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“Research consistently shows that camps and recreational programs are essential therapeutic interventions that can improve health outcomes, emotional well-being, and quality of life for children and their families,” said Kim Thompson-Yates, who leads the Mapp Child and Family Life Program.
“Academic medicine allows me to stay involved in teaching, engage in research and continue evolving as a clinician. It’s incredibly rewarding to be part of a community that values curiosity, collaboration, and a shared pursuit of excellence,” said Gerardo Eman, M.D.
Richard J. Gualtieri, M.D., brings a wealth of experience to the health system, with clinical expertise spanning general oncology — particularly lung, breast, and colorectal cancers — as well as blood cancers and nonmalignant blood disorders.





