Mary DiBartolo

Mary DiBartolo has established herself as a distinguished figure in geriatric nursing education and research, serving as the Fulton Endowed Professor of Geriatric Nursing at Salisbury University, where she has been teaching full-time since 1995. Her academic journey includes a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing from Towson University, an MBA from Salisbury University, and a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland, Baltimore School of Nursing. Her expertise spans adult health and geriatric care, with particular emphasis on Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease. DiBartolo's professional credentials include certification in gerontological nursing from the American Nurses Association since 1991 and National League of Nursing certification as a nurse educator obtained in 2012. As an Edmond J. Safra Visiting Nurse Faculty Scholar on Parkinson's Disease since 2015, she has significantly contributed to advancing nursing education in neurological disorders. Her commitment to public health education is demonstrated through her hosting of over 290 Focus on Health educational series programs since 2002, which have reached wide audiences through public access channels and digital platforms. Her work combines academic excellence with practical application, making her a respected voice in geriatric nursing education and care