Summer 2005
College honors distinguished alumni of the year
At University of Detroit Mercy’s annual Honors Convocation, April 3, the College of Health Professions recognized five distinguished alumni for their outstanding demonstration of excellence in their fields. These Health Professions graduates have committed their time not only to serving those in their professional community, but those in their personal community as well.
The following recipients of the 2005 College of Health Professions Alumni of the Year Awards are:
- Jeanette Wrona Klemczak — Nursing ’65
In September 2004, Klemczak began her new role as Michigan’s chief
nursing executive. In this position, she utilizes her professional nursing
leadership and expertise in response to nurse workforce issues and health
policy development. She plays a critical part in meeting the health care
needs of Michigan citizens as she addresses the nursing shortage and its
impact on patient safety, quality of health care, and emerging technologies.
During her 30-year career in nursing, Klemczak has held numerous leadership
positions in the City of Detroit, Wayne County Health Department and the
former Michigan Department of Public Health. Prior to her current job, she
served as the director of Faculty Practice and assistant professor at the
Michigan State University College of Nursing. She serves on numerous boards
and advisory councils related to health care and has received many awards
of professional recognition. Klemczak was honored with the College of Health
Professions’ alumni award for her career-long contribution to nursing
practice and health policy.
- Cvetana Cindy Pavlovich — Health Services
Administration/Management ’00
A
corporate administrator at the United Physician Organization, Pavlovich
has demonstrated visionary leadership in implementing innovative approaches
to health care delivery for more than 25 years. She has provided a strong
business perspective to assist the health care team in improving the quality
of health care. Pavlovich has shown her commitment to professional development
through mentoring individuals and supporting internship experiences. She
also volunteers for Hospice, the American Heart Association and other organizations,
as well as serves her church as Board vice president and choir member. Pavlovich
was recognized for serving as a role model to colleagues and for implementing
innovative approaches to health care delivery.
- Frank Nysowy — Physician Assistant ’82
Nysowy
is currently employed as a physician assistant with the 27 attending physician
orthopedic surgery service at William Beaumont Hospital. As a PA for 23
years, he has been a strong role model for colleagues and students. He has
worked closely with students and has been a valuable mentor, pushing them
to excellence. During his career, he has also been a resource in the development
of programs and policies, and treatment options and procedures. He willingly
shares his knowledge and experience with colleagues and co-workers. Nysowy
was honored for his commitment to the Physician Assistant Program through
leading by example and his mentoring of future PAs.
- Elaine Wynter — Nurse Anesthesia ’95
Wynter
works primarily as a clinician and clinical instructor at St. Joseph Mercy
Oakland and St. John Hospitals. Nurse anesthesia students regard her as
one of their most valued clinical instructors. Prior to this position, Wynter
was director of Anesthesia Services at Sinai-Grace Hospital. Her community
outreach includes providing care to patients in Ethiopia during a recent
volunteer mission trip. Wynter is honored with this award for her commitment
to clinical excellence in mentoring nurse anesthesia students.
- Cynthia Ann Rutkowski — Allied Health ’72
With
a degree in Dietetics from Mercy College of Detroit, Rutkowski is a major
advocate for food and nutrition issues that impact the public health and
the dietetics profession. She has actively served on various boards of the
Michigan and American Dietetic Associations, and is one of a select group
of dietitians recognized as a Fellow of the American Dietetic Association.
She continues her commitment to her field by teaching nutrition courses
at Wayne County Community College and Michigan State University. She also
volunteers with public health organizations and serves on the College of
Health Professions Advisory Council. Rutkowski is recognized for this award
due to her leadership and commitment to the field of nutrition.
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