Health Sciences Archives | Page 5 of 7 | Broward College Office of Advancement and Broward College Foundation
We’re proud of our

Alumni Spotlights


WANT TO BE FEATURED?


We are very proud of our alumni and their accomplishments. Each month, we will be highlighting alumni from hundreds of careers that Broward College has offered since our opening in 1960. If you, or someone you know would like to be featured, please click here to submit your information.


Submit Now

Elizabeth L. Olarte

Physician Assistant Certified

Tucson Orthopaedic Institute P.C

#BCProud

Alumni Spotlight

Elizabeth L. Olarte earned her AA from Broward College, her BS in Biology/Biological Sciences from Florida Atlantic University, and her master’s degree in Physician Assistant from Florida International University. She is a Physician Assistant at Tucson Orthopaedic Institute P.C. Tucson Orthopaedic Institute, P.C is a multi-subspecialty orthopedic group that offers general and surgical orthopedic care. Some of her tasks as a PA include, treating 20-40 patients/day independently and in collaboration with the Supervising Physician, provide pre- and post-operative patient care, analyzing laboratory/diagnostic studies and reviewing results with patients, and more.

Robert F. Olsen, Jr.

Licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist

Memorial Health System

#BCProud

Alumni Spotlight

"I am a PROUD graduate of a health science program, who is making a positive difference as part of a team for various patients in a hospital in Broward County. I thank BC for the excellent education that I received there that has enabled me to be able to make a difference in the lives of others.

Becca Pollack

Registered Nurse

HCA Healthcare - Westside Regional Medical Center

#BCProud

Alumni Spotlight

I am so happy to be fulfilling my dream of caring for people as an RN. Broward College prepared me so well for the clinical field, and I hear the same from many colleagues". I currently work on the Ortho Neuro surgical floor and feel very fulfilled helping others.

Deanna Polner

Supervisor, Surgical Services

Medical City, Las Colinas

#BCProud

Alumni Spotlight

Deanna Polner earned an AS at BC and continued her education at The University of Texas at Arlington where she earned a BS in Nursing Science. She is now working towards an MS in Nursing Education. She is a Supervisor, Surgical Services at Medical City Las Colinas. Medical City Las Colinas is an acute-care facility offering a wide range of services, including dedicated women’s services, Level II NICU, robotic surgery, emergency services, and many more. Deanna started off as a Registered Nurse and worked her way up to becoming a supervisor of a 5-room OR and 2-Room Endo Suite.

Dr. Jason Prendergast, LPC, MBA

President & CEO

Edify Creative Counseling Group Inc

#BCProud

Alumni Spotlight

Dr. Jason Prendergast earned an A.A. at BC. He then earned a bachelor’s degree in Theology, an MBA at Liberty University, and a Doctor of Pastoral Psychology at Maranatha College. He is the President & CEO of Edify Creative Counseling Group Inc. Dr. Jason is a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor, a Certified Temperament Therapist, and a Prepare/Enrich Facilitator, specializing in premarital and marriage counseling. He is also Director of University Counseling & Support Services at Florida Memorial University where he provides Individual, Group, Family, Relationship and Marriage Counseling and Therapy Services.

Isabel De Quesda

Intensive Care Nurse

Memorial Healthcare System

#BCProud

Alumni Spotlight

"Isabel has been accepted to one of the most prestigious NP/PA Fellowships in the country, at Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC. These fellowships are few and far between . We are so proud of her." Dean Turpel, Broward College

Jennyfer Rackal, RN

Registered Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Florida

#BCProud

Alumni Spotlight

Jennyfer earned her A.S. and RN at Broward College. She is working diligently, for the last 10 years as a nurse, performing vital care to her patients, and shares the following message “I’m an ESSENTIAL worker by choice, because I LOVE what I do."

Laura Rhoades

President

Scrubs2Go

#BCProud

Alumni Spotlight

Laura Rhoades graduated from BC with her A.S. in Radiology. She is the owner of the company RadMed Associates, Inc; a company that carries a broad selection of healthcare supplies. Laura is also president of Scrubs 2 Go & More, which is a Company that is dedicated to awesome customer service and carrying the largest selection of medical uniforms and accessories. Scrubs 2 Go is owned and operated by healthcare professionals with over 50 years of experience!

Amanda Szlosek Rich

Pediatrics Critical Care Registered Nurse

HCA East Florida Division

#BCProud

Alumni Spotlight

Holding her A.S. from BC and her B.S. from FAU Amanda is skilled in Quality Patient Care, Nursing, Inpatient Care, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Patient Education. Strong healthcare services professional

Frantz Richard

Owner and Board Certified Optician

Garlock RV Optical

#BCProud

Alumni Spotlight

Frantz Richard earned his A.S. in Opticianry and Vision Care Technology at BC. He has spent over ten years as a Vision Center and Optical Manager for Walmart, Sears Luxottica, and America's Best Contacts and Eyeglasses, and now has his own center. He is the business owner of Garlock RV Opticians.