Tracy DuranDirector of Medical/Surgical; Stormont Vail Health Owner of Synergy Athletics

Age: 33
Director of Medical/Surgical
Stormont Vail
Owner of Synergy Athletics

Tracy Duran led the implementation of the innovative Virtual Nursing program to support increased communication between patients and staff and was chair for the Stormont Vail Health and Mayo Clinic Collaborative for Enhanced Recovery Program for Colorectal Patients. Health care is everchanging and Tracy strives to lead teams to think creatively about improving processes to provide compassionate, high-quality care in our community.

Empowering others is also part of Tracy’s contributions to her community through volunteering. As the co-leader for Night to Shine through the Tim Tebow Foundation, Tracy helped train over 200 volunteers to serve during the prom-like experience event for individuals with special needs in the community. Tracy also serves as a clerk for BirthRight Topeka, an organization that provides free support to expectant mothers.

“There are a lot of hard decisions to make in leadership,
but if we can listen to both our heart and our brain,
then we can’t go wrong.”

Who is your mentor?
Angie Gamber, my first Nursing Director in the Emergency Department in 2008. At that time, Angie was new to her role and the ED was in need of strong leadership and change. Angie showed that the organization and patients were always at the center of her vision. She led with love and was transparent in her approach. She was never afraid to walk in the nurse’s shoes and often was on the floor working beside us.

What is your motivation?
My two daughters Emma (11) and Zoie (9). As little girls, they are so impressionable. I want to raise them to be respectful and thoughtful, yet not lose their voice.