Mary Furlan received her Practical Nursing diploma (Fanshawe College, 2006). After becoming a nurse, Mary went on to work in pediatric complex care, community care, long term care and telemedicine.

In her nursing practice, Mary strives to apply evidence-based practice to the art and science of nursing. She has been published in WeRPN’s professional magazine and has led continuing education workshops for PSWs in community settings. Mary was also recognized by VON Canada for “caring and compassion to a client’s family in their time of need and for going above and beyond the call of duty.” Mary Furlan (née Patterson) is a 4th year BScN student at the University of Windsor.