Dr. Reyes brings over 25 years of nursing experience and more than 15 years as a family and pediatric nurse practitioner to her current role as Dean of Nursing at the University of West Georgia. She is dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration among students, faculty, and staff.
A strong advocate for evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and interprofessional education, Dr. Reyes is committed to enriching the student experience through hybrid, digital, and experiential learning models.
Her personal journey as a teen mother and first-generation college student fuels her passion for ensuring that young people have access to comprehensive sex education and birth control. As a bilingual (Spanish-speaking) primary care provider with experience in pediatrics and college health, she skillfully supports adolescents through sensitive conversations and critical health decisions.
In addition to her academic and clinical accomplishments, Dr. Reyes is a proud U.S. Navy veteran, having served five years on active duty.
• Comprehensive & Age-Appropriate Sex Education
• Adolescent and Young Adult Health
• Preventive Health & Chronic Disease Risk Reduction
• Vaccines, Screenings & Staying Ahead of the Curve
• Pediatric and Family Nurse Practitioner Care
• Integrating Mental Health in Primary Care
• Patient-Centered Counseling in Sensitive Topics
• Addressing Health Disparities in Clinical Settings
• Speaking to Youth & Families About Health in the Media Age
• Communicating Complex Health Topics with Clarity & Compassion
• Health Equity Messaging for Underserved Communities
• Bridging the Gap Between Clinical Care and Public Conversation
• Empowering Nurse Practitioners as Policy Advocates
• Building Cultural Competence in Community Health
• The Role of APRNs in Shaping Health Systems
• Guiding Families Through Healthcare Decisions with Empathy
Speaking Engagements
Association of Hispanic Nurses
Reyes, I. (2020, April)
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