UT Tyler Faculty Member Inducted into the New York Academy of Medicine
February 9, 2026 | Elizabeth Wingfield
Dr. Melinda Hermanns, professor and interim assistant dean for professional development at The University of Texas at Tyler School of Nursing, was inducted as a fellow into the New York Academy of Medicine for her exceptional
contributions to advancing health, medicine and public policy.
“This is a truly tremendous and well-deserved honor for Dr. Hermanns and a testament to the exceptional caliber of faculty we have in the UT Tyler School of Nursing,” said Dr. Jenifer Chilton, UT Tyler School of Nursing interim dean. “We are incredibly proud of her accomplishments and know she will make a significant impact on health reform through this distinguished fellowship.”
The NYAM is dedicated to improving the health of all people through health reform and health education. Members are chosen for their leadership and excellence in clinical care, research, education and public health. There are approximately 1700 members and fellows of the academy nationwide.
Dr. Hermanns was selected for her profound commitment to improving the lives of individuals with chronic illness, preparing the next generation of nurse leaders and service on the Advisory Board for the Journal of the American Nurses Association - New York.
"It is an honor to be inducted into the New York Academy of Medicine,” said Hermanns. “I look forward to collaborating with fellow members to continue advancing research, innovation, and policies that improve the health and well-being of communities across the nation.”
A fellow in the National League for Nursing Academy of Nursing Education and a member of The University of Texas Kenneth I. Shine, MD, Academy of Health Science Education, Hermanns has been recognized as an Outstanding Faculty by the Texas Alpha Xi Chapter of Alpha Chi Honor Society and as one of East Texas’ Healthcare Heroes – Nurses by UT Tyler. She obtained her PhD in nursing from the UT Health Science Center at Houston and her post-bachelor's certificate in nursing informatics, quality and safety from UT Tyler.
With a mission to improve educational and health care outcomes for East Texas and beyond, UT Tyler offers more than 90 undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 11,500 students. Through its alignment with UT Tyler Health Science Center and UT Health East Texas, UT Tyler has unified these entities to serve Texas with quality education, cutting-edge research and excellent patient care. Classified by Carnegie as a doctoral research institution and by U.S. News & World Report as a national university, UT Tyler has campuses in Tyler, Longview, Palestine and Houston.