Deborah Sherman

Focusing on high-impact outcomes in nursing and palliative care, Dr. Deborah Witt Sherman is a tenured professor at Florida International University, Miami, FL, where she has made significant contributions to the field of adult nursing and palliative care. With a distinguished career dedicated to advancing interprofessional collaboration and enhancing end-of-life care, Dr. Sherman has become a leading figure in her field. Dr. Sherman has been instrumental in developing innovative educational programs that have set new standards in palliative care training. Notably, she established the first Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner Program at New York University, a pioneering effort that has influenced nursing education nationwide. Additionally, she launched the first Palliative Care Interprofessional Fellowship Program at the Bronx Veterans Administration in New York, fostering a collaborative approach to palliative care that integrates multiple healthcare disciplines. Her research has garnered significant recognition, including funding from the National Institutes of Health, underscoring the impact and importance of her work. Dr. Sherman’s scholarly contributions are further highlighted by her editorial roles in various esteemed nursing and palliative care journals, where she has helped shape the discourse and direction of research in these critical areas. Beyond her academic and research endeavors, Dr. Sherman is a sought-after speaker at international conferences, where she shares her insights and expertise with a global audience. Her involvement in advisory boards further demonstrates her commitment to advancing palliative care practices and policies worldwide. Dr. Sherman's dedication to improving patient outcomes and her innovative approach to education and research continue to inspire both her peers and the next generation of healthcare professionals. Her work not only enhances the quality of care for patients at the end of life but also strengthens the collaborative efforts of healthcare teams, ultimately leading to more compassionate and effective care delivery.