Raelene Brooks earns spot among top healthcare leaders for 2025

In Arizona, Dr. Raelene Brooks has recently been recognized as one of the top 100 healthcare professionals by AZ Business Magazine. This recognition is part of the 2025 'Who's Who in Healthcare: Industry Leaders' List, marking the third consecutive year she has received this honor. The award highlights the contributions of healthcare leaders across the state and is determined by a panel of professionals from diverse industries, along with the AZ Business magazine's editorial board. Dr. Brooks expressed her gratitude for being acknowledged as a top healthcare leader, which reflects the commitment of the University of Phoenix's College of Nursing to prepare the next generation of nurses. Dr. Brooks's extensive professional background includes roles as a Faculty member in nursing education, Associate Dean of the Undergraduate and Graduate Nursing Programs, and now as Dean, overseeing the entire nursing curriculum and academic components at the University of Phoenix. Her scholarly work focuses on nursing education and critical care, contributing to several publications in these areas. With over 25 years of experience as a registered nurse, Dr. Brooks has specialized in intensive care, trauma, and critical care. She holds a master's degree in nursing education obtained in 2000 and completed her doctorate in Nursing Science with the University of San Diego in 2018. Her active participation in professional nursing associations enhances her influence in the field and underscores her dedication to nursing education and improving patient care. University of Phoenix officials recognize her expertise as instrumental in delivering high-quality and career-relevant education to students, empowering them to provide equitable and compassionate patient care in a challenging healthcare landscape.