Donna S. Watson, PhD, RN, CNOR, FNP is a Professional Affairs & Clinical Education Director for the Medtronic Minimally Invasive Therapies Group (MITG). Dr. Watson partners to develop sustainable programs with key professional societies and patient advocacy programs that are aligned with MITG mission, vison, and strategic initiatives.

Dr. Watson is a recognized international perioperative thought leader with featured interviews in the AORN Journal, OR Today, and OR Manager. She has presented numerous professional presentations for nurse and physician audiences on perioperative topics in the United States, Canada, China, Europe, Japan, New Zealand, Australia, and India. She has authored numerous articles, chapters, and books; her publication, Practical Guide to Moderate Sedation/Analgesia, 2nd edition received the American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year Award. She served on the AORN Board of Directors from 1999-2003, national AORN President from 2002-2003. In 2014, Dr. Watson received the Award for Excellence, the highest honor bestowed by the AORN for her work and accomplishments on global perioperative nursing practice. She is currently on the Board of Directors for the AORN Journal and the Association for Surgical Education.

Dr. Watson received her PhD in Nursing from Washington State University; ADN from the West Virginia Institute of Technology; BSN and MSN from the University of Evansville; and certificate in family practice from the University of Washington.

Ms. Watson resides in Washington State with her husband.

 

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