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Philadelphia, Pa., May 13, 2025 -- Jefferson Washington Township Hospital in Turnersville, NJ, earned two top honors at Thomas Jefferson University’s inaugural Respiratory Therapy Program Pinning Ceremony for the Class of 2025. Held in Jefferson Alumni Hall in Philadelphia, the pinning ceremony marked the graduates’ transition into their chosen field.

Tiffany Pezzano, Registered Respiratory Therapist, was named Outstanding Preceptor of 2025, recognizing her mentorship of respiratory therapy students. The hospital’s Respiratory Therapy Department was honored as the Outstanding Clinical Site of 2025, reflecting the team’s commitment to providing high-quality clinical education.

“We’re incredibly grateful for the support our Jefferson Washington Township Hospital colleagues provide our students at the Jefferson College of Health Professions’ Department of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Services,” said Jerin Juby, DMgt, RRT, Assistant Professor and Respiratory Therapy Program Director at Thomas Jefferson University.

Pictured (from left): Tiffany Pezzano, RRT; Megan Hennessy, MBA, RRT, RRT-ACCS, Cardiopulmonary Director, Jefferson Health – East Region; and Missy Brancolassi, RRT, Respiratory Care Supervisor, Jefferson Washington Township Hospital.