Ohio Renal Association
2026 TRAILBLAZERS IN DIALYSIS CARE (Nominations due November 16, 2026)
The following awards are intended to honor current professionals and clinicians in the field of dialysis care.
Selection Criteria: Dialysis Trailblazer of the Year
– 15+ years of experience in the dialysis healthcare field
– Displays commitment to personal and professional development
– Demonstrates leadership in dialysis industry
– Serves as a role model committed to making a difference in the community
– Nominee does not need to be a clinician or technician for consideration
Selection Criteria: Dialysis Healthcare Worker of the Year
– 5+ years of experience in the dialysis healthcare field
– Displays commitment to personal and professional development
– Serves as a role model for others and promotes a positive team environment
– Committed to providing quality patient care
– Nominee does not need to be a clinician or technician for consideration
Selected Honorees:
The selections will be announced at the Ohio Renal Association’s Annual Meeting.
NOMINATIONS DUE on November 16th, 2026
Trailblazer Nominations can be submitted at: bit.ly/ORATrailblazer
Past Winners
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2023 Trailblazer of the Year
Winner – Rachelle Haynes | Davita
2023 Trailblazer of the Year
Winner – Taytum Slusher |Centers for Dialysis Care
2023 Healthcare Worker of the Year
Winner – Patricia Lujan |Fresenius Medical Care
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2022 Trailblazer of the Year
Winner – Jessica Flynn | Davita
2022 Healthcare Worker of the Year
Winner – Fanya Zalipsky | Center for Dialysis Care
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2021 Trailblazer of the Year
Winner – Marie Heard, OCDT | Davita
2021 Healthcare Worker of the Year
Co-Winner – Jenn Chapman, RN | Davita
Co-Winner – Ananthi Sundaram, OCDT | Centers for Dialysis Care
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2020 Trailblazer of the Year
Winner – Christine Good, RN, BSN |American Renal Associates
2020 Healthcare Worker of the Year
Winner –Sally Marty, RN | Centers for Dialysis Care
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2019 Trailblazer of the Year
Winner – Liz Green
2019 Healthcare Worker of the Year
Winner –Mark Curtis
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2018 Trailblazer of the Year
Winner – Felicia Lambert | Fresenius Medical Care
2018 Healthcare Worker of the Year
Winner –Jill Seitz | Firelands Regional Medical Center