2023 Spring STAR Educator Recipient: Mary Salazar, DNP, MSN, RN, ANP-C
Mary Salazar, DNP, MSN, RN, ANP-C
Assistant Professor
Department of Medicine
Director of Oncology Patient Experience, Mays Cancer Center
Nomination Submission:
During my time as a student at UT Health San Antonio, Dr. Mary Salazar served as my instructor and mentor for implementation of my doctoral project at Mays Cancer Center. For two years Dr. Salazar went above and beyond, sacrificing time away from her own family, to support and encourage me every step of the way. When my own health became a concern during that time, without being asked for help, she reached out to me and helped me advocate for my own needs when I couldn’t do it for myself. Embracing that learning does not just happen in a classroom, Dr. Salazar always included her students in conferences and professional learning opportunities to diversify our own experiences and prepare us to be better providers. Even after graduating from the program, Dr. Salazar has continued to exemplify an extraordinary mentor by continuing to provide feedback and assistance long after her responsibilities have ended. When I speak to potential future UTHSCSA students, Dr. Salazar’s commitment to excellence and genuine care for her students is the example I give as to why our school stands apart from the rest. She is a LSOM Star of Education.