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Michele Herndon graduated last week with her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at the Sinclair School of Nursing. Long before she walked across the stage at Jesse Auditorium, she dedicated her life to transforming health care systems and improving patient outcomes. Michele’s story is one of resilience, innovation and honoring her son Mitchell’s legacy.

A Legacy of Care: Michele Herndon’s Journey of Resilience and Advocacy


Michele Herndon graduated in December with her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at the Sinclair School of Nursing. Long before she walked across the stage at Jesse Auditorium, she dedicated her life to transforming health care systems and improving patient outcomes. Michele’s story is one of resilience, innovation and honoring her son Mitchell’s legacy.

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