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Joana B.

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Bio

Hello,

I am an educator and healthcare professional deeply committed to student success and the preparation of compassionate, competent practitioners. With over 20 years of experience in general surgery, acute care, and interdisciplinary healthcare, I bring real-world clinical insight into the classroom and curriculum. I hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), a nursing degree, certification as a surgical technologist, and a Master’s in Healthcare Systems Management.

Currently, I serve...

Hello,

I am an educator and healthcare professional deeply committed to student success and the preparation of compassionate, competent practitioners. With over 20 years of experience in general surgery, acute care, and interdisciplinary healthcare, I bring real-world clinical insight into the classroom and curriculum. I hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), a nursing degree, certification as a surgical technologist, and a Master’s in Healthcare Systems Management.

Currently, I serve as Dean at a large, multi-campus college, where I champion academic quality, curriculum innovation, and personalized student support across nursing and allied health programs. My leadership is guided by a belief that every student deserves the opportunity to succeed, and I work closely with faculty and staff to remove barriers, strengthen academic readiness, and support professional growth.

Previously, I led system-wide nursing education as Manager of Clinical Practice and Development in a multifacility healthcare system that included a Level 1 trauma center. In that role, I developed preceptorships, simulation programs, and continuing education pathways that elevated clinical competence and advanced bedside practice.

Over the past seven years, I have taught at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and have partnered with major textbook publishers to create NCLEX-aligned instructional materials that support diverse learners. I am especially proud of my work improving outcomes for at-risk nursing programs, including dramatically raising NCLEX pass rates.

My greatest passion is empowering students, whether through innovative teaching, accessible mentorship, or tailored academic strategies, to reach their full potential and thrive in today's complex healthcare environment.

Thank you for reaching out and I look forward to connecting with you.

Best regards,
Dr. Bar

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Education

INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Nursing
Faculty of General Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Carol Davila", Bucharest, Romania
MD
University of Phoenix
Other

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Approved Subjects

Anatomy

Anatomy

As a general surgeon, I have undergone extensive medical training that includes a thorough understanding of human anatomy. During your medical education and surgical residency program, I have studied the human body's structure and function in great detail, including anatomy, physiology, and pathology. Additionally, as a surgeon, I have practical experience with the human body, having performed surgery and treated patients with various medical conditions. This experience has given me a deeper understanding of how the body works and how different structures and organs interact. I can use this practical experience to provide students with real-world examples and case studies that help them better understand anatomy and how it applies to medical practice. Furthermore, I have experience teaching and training others, such as medical students, surgical residents, nurses and nursing students. This experience has honed my teaching skills, allowing me to effectively communicate complex medical concepts to others.
Epidemiology

Epidemiology

As a DNP and MD with over 20 years in clinical care and healthcare education, I bring a strong foundation in population health, disease prevention, and data analysis. My experience leading clinical development in a multifacility system and teaching in undergraduate and graduate nursing programs equips me to deliver applied, student-centered instruction in epidemiology.
NCLEX

NCLEX

After 15 years in the field as a general surgeon, I acquired a nursing license to be able to teach in the nursing field as well. I am holding a program director position with a nursing program and I am involved in the student training on a daily basis. I have a deep understanding of the NCLEX prep needs and I am tutoring students for over 5 years.
Nursing

Nursing

After 15 years in the field as a general surgeon, I acquired a nursing license to be able to teach in the nursing field as well. I am holding a program director position with a nursing program and I am involved in the student training on a daily basis. I have a deep understanding of the NCLEX prep needs and I am tutoring students for over 5 years.
Nutrition

Nutrition

As both a licensed MD and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), I bring a comprehensive, interdisciplinary perspective to teaching nutrition. My medical training provides a strong foundation in human physiology, pathophysiology, and evidence-based clinical practice, while my DNP background emphasizes holistic, patient-centered care and health promotion. This dual expertise equips me to teach nutrition through both the biomedical lens and the lens of practical, individualized application across diverse populations and healthcare settings.
Pharmacology

Pharmacology

As a licensed MD and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with over seven years of experience teaching in both undergraduate and graduate nursing programs, I am exceptionally well-qualified to teach pharmacology. My medical education provides an in-depth understanding of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and disease-specific pharmacologic interventions, while my DNP background emphasizes clinical application, patient safety, and evidence-based prescribing practices. This combined expertise allows me to bridge foundational science with real-world nursing practice, equipping students to understand, apply, and critically evaluate medication therapies across diverse patient populations.
Physiology

Physiology

As a general surgeon, I have undergone extensive medical training that includes a thorough understanding of human anatomy. During your medical education and surgical residency program, I have studied the human body's structure and function in great detail, including anatomy, physiology, and pathology. Additionally, as a surgeon, I have practical experience with the human body, having performed surgery and treated patients with various medical conditions. This experience has given me a deeper understanding of how the body works and how different structures and organs interact. I can use this practical experience to provide students with real-world examples and case studies that help them better understand anatomy and how it applies to medical practice. Furthermore, I have experience teaching and training others, such as medical students, surgical residents, nurses and nursing students. This experience has honed my teaching skills, allowing me to effectively communicate complex medical concepts to others.
Romanian

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Amazing teacher. Breaks everything down so it makes sense! Very easy to work with. Highly recommend to anyone who is looking for some extra review.

Meghan, 2 lessons with Joana

very knowledgeable and friendly

I look forward to our next session she has instilled a lot of confidence in me and helped me to understand multiple situations I’m just one hour.

Tyria, 2 lessons with Joana

Super helpful

Joana was great very helpful and super patient showed me alot of little things to Pay attention to I recommend her services to anyone who is looking for help with anything related to nursing

Phillip, 1 lesson with Joana

Great instructor!! super kind!

Super kind! Very knowledgeable and easy to follow gives rationals to all answers. I really enjoyed the rationals given, which helps me better understand and learn further! Thank you!

Araceli, 3 lessons with Joana

So informative!

Seriously cannot express how great my lesson was! Answered all my questions thoroughly and took the time to explain each concept in detail

Abby, 1 lesson with Joana
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