Dr. Porter provides pivotal leadership in clinical nursing operations at the nation’s No. 1 cancer center, as designated by U.S. News & World Report. She oversees a large network of nurses who provide excellent care to patients from around the world. Throughout the pandemic, she led more than 4,400 nurses in providing expertise and compassion, and the team collectively sustained one of the safest healthcare environments in the world for cancer patients. Under her leadership, MD Anderson earned its fifth consecutive Magnet Recognition Program designation. She co-leads the nursing transformation program that empowers nurses, champions the pursuit of work-life equilibrium, and fosters growth opportunities. Her team of nurses are part of interdisciplinary teams that are leading the way in innovative cancer care, including advances in immunotherapy and personalized medicine. Her expert contributions in nursing practice, clinical operations, emergency management, and quality and safety management has helped MD Anderson pivot during critical and unforeseen national and global challenges.
