Ohio Renal Association
TRAILBLAZERS IN DIALYSIS CARE
The following awards are intended to honor current professionals and clinicians in the field of dialysis care.
Selection Criteria: Dialysis Trailblazer of the Year
– 5+ 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
– 2+ 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.
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