Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Sarah Tweedy Receives Federal Political Director Award
The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) honored Sarah Tweedy, DNP, CRNA, ARNP, with the Daniel D. Vigness Federal Political Director Award of the Year Award at its 2024 Mid-Year Assembly. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of the national healthcare agenda for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), also known as nurse anesthetists or nurse anesthesiologists.
Throughout her career, Dr. Tweedy has consistently demonstrated her passion for advocacy and the profession. As Federal Political Director for the Iowa Association of Nurse Anesthetists (IANA), she has forged strong relationships with political leaders and played a pivotal role in shaping healthcare policy in the state. She has worked tirelessly to educate legislators on the crucial role CRNAs play in rural healthcare, ensuring that Iowans have access to safe and reliable anesthesia services.
Dr. Tweedy’s contributions extend beyond the state level. She has actively participated in U.S. Representative roundtable discussions, sharing her knowledge and expertise on CRNA practice and advocating for policies that support the profession. Her unwavering dedication has earned her the respect and admiration of both her peers and the legislative community.
In accepting the award, Dr. Tweedy expressed her gratitude and recognized the importance of advocacy within the nursing profession. She emphasized the need to continue the tradition of excellence in advocacy and to work towards a brighter future for nurse anesthesiology.
Dr. Tweedy is a highly respected and accomplished nurse anesthetist. She has held numerous leadership positions within both the AANA and IANA, and her commitment to the profession is evident in her unwavering dedication to patient care, advocacy, and professional development.
