Dr. Loriann Winner

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Lori Ann Winner is a Senior Lecturer in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at Penn Nursing, focusing on Nurse Anesthesia and Systems Leadership. She obtained her PhD from the University of Pennsylvania in 2020, her MSN from Temple University in 2004, and her BSN from Villanova University in 1996. Dr. Winner has a strong commitment to innovation in nursing education, incorporating clinical application exercises and high-fidelity simulations into her teaching. As a practicing Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), she brings real-world experiences into the classroom, where she prepares students for diverse clinical settings. Dr. Winner also serves as President of the New Jersey Association of Nurse Anesthetists and has held various influential positions in nursing education and practice. Her dissertation research analyzed changes in the scope of practice and access to care among nurse anesthetists in California after the passage of a state law allowing independent practice. She is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful culture in her classrooms, encouraging students to embrace diversity and engage actively in their learning.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

Dr. Winner teaches in the DNP Nurse Anesthesia program, focusing on clinical fieldwork and high-fidelity simulation.

CRNA

— Present

Independent Contractor • PA/NJ

Practices as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.

Awards

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Dean’s Award for Exemplary Teaching

2019-01-01
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Anne Keane Teaching Award

2020-01-01

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Letters of Recommendation (2-3)
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Essays
Specialization Notes

Wharton Doctoral programs cover fields like Finance, Marketing, Management, and Operations, Information and Decisions.