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Denotra Gaillard serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Doctorate of Nursing Practice Program at the College of Nursing, Augusta University. With over two decades of experience as a family nurse practitioner and academic, she leads the DNP Program, managing online didactic instruction and clinical coordination for primary care across adult, pediatric, and geriatric populations.
Her academic credentials include:
- DNP in Nursing, Medical College of Georgia (2007)
- MS in Family Practice Nursing, Georgia State University (1994)
- BSN, Tuskegee University (1984)
- AA, Columbus State University (1978)
Dr. Gaillard's research centers on Women's Health, specifically cervical screenings for underserved rural populations, and Nursing Job Satisfaction through Herzberg's Theory. Her work integrates public health initiatives, including mobile cancer prevention services in West Central Georgia and HIV care via the Ryan White Clinic, addressing critical gaps in rural healthcare access.
Her 2015 publication on adolescent nipple discharge exemplifies her focus on women's health across the lifespan, contributing to the fields of clinical nursing and adolescent gynecology.
Award Highlights:
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners 2024 State Award for Excellence for Georgia
As a dedicated educator, Dr. Gaillard mentors DNP students in evidence-based practice and clinical rotations, fostering partnerships with AHEC and regional stakeholders to expand clinical training sites. She actively contributes to curriculum development and faculty mentorship for the FNP Residency Program.
She engages in professional service through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculty, and as a CCNE Evaluator, strengthening nursing education standards nationally.
