Bellevue University Adjunct Professor Anna Fisher Contributes to Leading Geriatric Care Textbook
Bellevue University recognizes Anna Fisher, an adjunct professor in the Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program, for her contribution to the newly released Evidence-Based Geriatric Nursing Protocols for Best Practice, Seventh Edition. Fisher authored a chapter titled Measuring Performance and Improving Quality, drawing from her experience in healthcare and quality management.
Fisher has been part of Bellevue University for more than 18 years, teaching Quality Management in the MHA program under the direction of Dr. Mike Freel. Her career includes over 24 years in healthcare and 23 years at Union Pacific Railroad, adding practical knowledge to her teaching.
The textbook, published by Springer Publishing, is a resource designed to improve care for older adults. It includes updates on trends in geriatric care, care for chronic conditions, nutrition, dementia and mental illness.
“As a nurse and educator, I focus on quality assurance and performance improvement,” Fisher said. “Collaborating with experts like Dr. Marie Boltz at Penn State to contribute to this book allowed me to share knowledge that can improve care for older adults. I hope this textbook encourages practitioners to apply evidence-based protocols to improve outcomes in different care settings.”
In addition to teaching, Fisher produces the Now What? educational television series on elder care, dementia, and mental health. The series, airing on WOWT-NBC, has received recognition from the Nebraska Broadcasters Association. The next episode, focusing on Parkinson’s Disease, will air on Dec. 27.
For more information about Bellevue University’s MHA program, visit https://www.bellevue.edu/degrees/master/healthcare-administration-mha/.
Founded in 1966, Bellevue University is a non-profit university with more than 70,000 graduates worldwide. The University is a recognized national leader in preparing students for lifelong success with career-relevant knowledge and skills, while making college affordable. Routinely ranked among the nation’s top military and accessible institutions, the University serves residential students at its main campus in Bellevue, Nebraska, and everywhere online with more than 85 degree programs uniquely designed for working adults. The University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).