Board of Trustees

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As an SRNA, Dr. Toyin Orunja began her journey with the AANA Foundation as a Student Representative on the Board of Trustees. She works full-time clinically as an independent contractor, is an adjunct professor at the University of Maryland, Baltimore Nurse Anesthesia Program, and is involved in several organizations, including the NBCRNA and the Maryland Association of Nurse Anesthetists.

Dr. Michael Anderson is a highly experienced Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) and holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree. With over 15 years in the field of anesthesia, he has built a reputation for clinical excellence, leadership, and dedication to advancing anesthesia care. A graduate of Case Western Reserve/Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Anderson has worked in diverse healthcare settings, providing anesthesia services across a range of surgical specialties. In addition to his professional achievements, Dr. Anderson is known for his dedication to community service and his commitment to enhancing access to high-quality anesthesia care. He continues to inspire future generations of nurse anesthetists through his leadership and unwavering commitment to excellence in anesthesia care.

Elizabeth Bamgbose has greater than 15 years of experience as a nurse anesthesiologist, she is a co-director at the USC Doctoral Program of Nurse Anesthesia and CEO of an independent anesthesia group. With a passion for advancing the profession through advocacy, Dr. Bamgbose feels great pride in serving at both the state level national level on influential boards and committees.

Bill is a seasoned association executive with over two decades of experience in organizational leadership. He excels at developing strong relationships with volunteer leaders, staff, and constituents in complex national healthcare associations, having previously served as the CEO of the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, CTO at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and CIO at the American Psychiatric Association. Bill leads a staff of over 130 professionals at AANA who work to advance, support, and protect nurse anesthesiology. His formal education includes a bachelor’s degree in information systems management and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Maryland.

Marjorie Everson has been a CRNA for over 30 years and an educator for over 20 years. She is currently the Program Director of the Johns Hopkins University DNP Nurse Anesthesia Track. Her interests include advocacy and closed-claims research.

Michael Greco has over 20 years of experience as a nurse anesthesiologist clinician, administrator and educator. He is the founding program director for the Hofstra Northwell Graduate Program in Nurse Anesthesia and presently works as a consultant for a large healthcare system in New York. Driven by a commitment to enhance the profession through education and advocacy, Dr. Greco has served on numerous national and state committees to promote the advancement of nurse anesthesiology.

My life’s journey—from a young immigrant navigating a new world to a committed Nurse Anesthesiologist and advocate—is a testament to the power of perseverance and belief. I have been actively involved with the AANA Foundation advocating for the profession with steadfast determination. I understand that keeping Nurse Anesthesiology at the forefront of advanced nursing is essential for advancing healthcare in our country. As a proud member of the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology, I am dedicated to fostering a community based on truth and adaptability, recognizing the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare. Advocacy for my profession is not merely a duty; it’s a driving force in my life, reflecting my passion for impactful change and excellence in patient care.

Shaneisha McMillan, a recent graduate of the nurse anesthesia program at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, brings a wealth of fundraising experience. She has a passion for advocacy and is dedicated to advancing the nurse anesthesia profession.

Jeff Molter has been a CRNA for 25 years and practices primarily in Ambulatory Anesthesia. He was President of the Ohio State Association of Nurse Anesthetists in 2017 and is currently the President-Elect of the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology.

Jeremy Stanley is the dynamic CEO and founder of CRNA Financial Planning®, with over 20 years of experience delivering expert financial and tax guidance to Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs). As co-host of the award-winning Beyond the Mask podcast, Jeremy is a passionate advocate for the CRNA profession and is committed to empowering CRNAs in all stages of their careers. Jeremy is also married to a CRNA (Sara), deepening his personal and professional dedication to the field.

Bryan Wilbanks has over 20 years of experience as a nurse anesthesiologist and is Vice Chair and Associate Professor in the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s School of Nursing. His research interests include human factors and usability of information technology, and health services research. He has participated in extensive volunteer research for the AANA Foundation in closed claims studies.

Dr. Young (John) Yauger is the current Chief Executive Officer of the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology Foundation. He recently retired from the US Army after almost 25 years of active military service. His assignments in the military included Executive Director of TriService Nursing Research Program, Assistant Professor and Deputy Research Director in the US Army Graduate Program in Anesthesia Nursing, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, critical care nurse, and medical surgical nurse. He deployed 3 times to combat, most recently in 2018, where he conducted golden hour surgical team operations for the Special Operations Task Force in Afghanistan. Academically, Dr. Yauger earned his neuroscience PhD and Masters in Nursing from the Department of Defense’s, Uniformed Services University. As an assistant professor and researcher, Dr. Yauger taught biochemistry, leadership, and principles of nurse anesthesia. His research interests include combat nursing, resuscitation, anesthesia, traumatic brain injury, innovative technology, and neuro-inflammation.