Denotra Gaillard
Associate Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
College of Nursing
Department of Biobehavioral Nursing
College of Nursing
Department of Doctorate of Nursing Practice Program
College of Nursing
Administration
Department of The Graduate School
Bio
Dr. Denotra Gaillard is a Family Nurse Practitioner and educator with over 20 years of experience in clinical practice and academia. She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and is nationally certified as an FNP. Her expertise spans high-risk settings including emergency departments, occupational wellness, and public health/HIV clinics. Dr. Gaillard is a leader in interprofessional collaboration, patient-centered care, and clinical innovation. She has developed and taught nurse practitioner curricula, mentoring students in team-based care models. Through a mobile health unit, she leads primary prevention initiatives for underserved women across 16 rural Georgia counties. Her work fosters partnerships with physicians, faith leaders, educators, and public health professionals to advance health equity. Passionate about community engagement, she advocates interdisciplinary practice and improved access to care. Dr. Gaillard is the recipient of the 2024 American Association of Nurse Practitioners State Award for Excellence in Georgia. Dr. Gaillard has also been accepted as a Professional Member of the National Academies of Practice.
- dgaillard@augusta.edu
- (706) 566-3527
- Augusta University-CON
Education
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DNP, Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other
Medical College of Georgia, 2007
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MS, Family Practice Nurse/Nursing
Georgia State University, 1994
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BSN, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Tuskegee University, 1984
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AA, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Columbus State University, 1978
Certifications
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CCNE Evaluator Certification
2015
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Immunizations
2005
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Learning Experience Agreement
GBON; GHA requirement, 2003
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ARNP
State of GA, 1997
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RN
State of GA, 1980
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RNL
State of GA, 1980
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FNP
American Acad. of Nurse Practi, 2009
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FNP
American Acad. of Nurse Practi, 1994
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Georgia NP
1994
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Alabama RN
Alabama Board of Nursing, 1980
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CPR
American Heart Association, 2014
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PPD
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RNL
Secretary of State, 1997
Awards & Honors
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Professional Member
National Academies of Practice, 2025
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American Association of Nurse Practitioners 2024 State Award for Excellence for Georgia
American Association of Nurse Practitioner, 2024
Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year
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NURS 7450
Adv Prac Nurs Roles in Society
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NURS 9051
DNP Project Inquiry & Change
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NURS 8550
Evidence Based Practice
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NURS 7430
Pharm for Adv Pract Nurses
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NURS 8314
FNP II: Health Promotion
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NURS 7150
Evidence Based Practice
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NURS 8311
FNP I: Hlth Prom. & Pri. Care
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NURS 9050
Strategies for Eff Prac Change
Teaching Interests
Primary Care
Women Health
DNP Projects
Community Health
Scholarship
Selected Recent Publications
- A 16 year old female with nipple discharge, 2015
Journal Article, Academic Journal
Research Interests
Women Health-Cervical and Breast Heath Education and Screenings
Community Health Education Outreach and Screenings
Vulnerable Populations
Department Service
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DNP Program Committee
2023 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Policy Committee
2016 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Academic Competency Committee Meeting
2017 - 2017
Role: Committee Member
College Service
Professional Service
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American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
2015 - Present
Role: Member
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CCNE Evaluator
2015 - Present
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National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculty
2015 - Present
Role: Member
