Eleni Pellazgu, PhD, DNP, APN, FNP-C, CNE, NEA-BC

Teaching has been a central passion for Eleni Pellazgu for more than 10 years. She has taught at all levels of nursing education covering didactic and clinical subjects. Her teaching philosophy revolves around integrating theoretical knowledge with practical applications, ensuring students are ready to meet real-world challenges. Pellazgu holds a dual doctorate in nursing research and executive leadership from Rutgers University and Walden University. With a commitment to advancing healthcare education and improving patient outcomes, her research focuses on student education, preventative medicine, and metabolic health. Pellazgu's commitment to evidence-based practice drives her scholarly work, where she consistently integrates the latest research into clinical education and practice. With more than 17 years of nursing experience and a decade as an advanced practice nurse, Pellazgu has worked across inpatient and outpatient settings. Her clinical expertise spans multiple areas of nursing, including acute and critical care, emergency medicine, primary care, chronic disease management, and metabolic health. Her practical knowledge informs her teaching, allowing her to bring real-world examples and applications into the classroom to prepare future nurses for clinical success. Pellazgu is deeply committed to service within her profession and community. She regularly participates in health policy advocacy efforts, contributes to university committees that focus on healthcare access and quality improvement, and serves as a mentor for emerging nursing professionals. She is engaged in initiatives aimed at improving public health through preventative care and education, collaborating with local health departments and community organizations to address healthcare disparities, particularly in underserved populations. Her work in community health outreach programs emphasizes education on chronic disease prevention and the promotion of healthier lifestyles.