The USF School of Nursing recently presented awards to two members of Watson Clinic’s CRNA team –Andrew Eisner, CRNA and Desmond Johnson, CRNA.

Andrew Eisner was the recipient of USF’s Proud Bull Award, an honor that signifies "extraordinary distinction and success in the field of Nurse Anesthesia". This elite honor is presented to those who significantly contribute to the USF legacy through their commitment to quality improvement, research, community outreach, and much more.

The college’s Guiding Light Award was presented to Desmond Johnson. This prestigious recognition singles out a clinical preceptor (or coach) who made an indelible impact on the training of USF Anesthesiology students during their rotations. Desmond was praised for clarifying topics and empowering the students to apply their classroom lessons into real-world practice.

Both Andrew and Desmond provide Anesthesiology services from Bartow Regional Medical Center, Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center and Lakeland Surgical & Diagnostic Center.

"The Anesthesia Department is so proud of Des and Andrew," praised Mona Sinclair, CST, the Clinical Coordinator of Watson Clinic’s Anesthesia department.

Congratulations to Andrew and Desmond for this extraordinary accomplishment!