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AY About You recently released its 2022 Best Health Care Professionals list. Among the honorees were two members of the University of Arkansas at Monticello School of Nursing.

In the category of Nursing/Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Dr. Brandy Haley, Ph.D., RN, was recognized for her work at UAM. Dr. Haley is a professor of Nursing and serves as the dean of the UAM School of Nursing.

“It is an honor to receive this recognition. I strive to keep my nursing practice grounded in servanthood, which makes delivering high-quality care effortless,” Dr. Haley said.

In the category of Nursing/Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Dr. Julia Ponder, DNP, APRN, was recognized after a nomination from Arkansas Heart Hospital. Dr. Ponder serves as a clinical instructor for the UAM School of Nursing.

Dr. Ponder expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating, “I am honored to be included with such a great group of health care leaders across Arkansas.”

AY About You derives the list from thousands of votes contributed by their subscribers and patients. AY Magazine is a lifestyle publication produced by AY Media Group.

For more information, contact the UAM School of Nursing at (870) 460-1069.