Duke School of Nursing’s newest University Scholar, Yeeji Kim, believes in the importance of working to improve the health care system overall as well as supporting the individual patient. Kim was selected to join the prestigious scholarship program this past fall semester. She chose Duke to pursue her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree because of the School’s comprehensive offerings, going beyond direct patient care to address systemic improvement in healthcare, something she is passionate about.

Hispanic and Latino patients with diabetes face higher rates of complications and readmission after moving from hospital care back home.

Originally from Truckee, California, Zachary Smith’s path to nursing was shaped by his diverse academic background and passion for healthcare. Before enrolling at Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON), Smith studied anthropology at California Polytechnic University Pomona. Initially planning a career in public health, he discovered a stronger calling in nursing.