Association of Surgical Technologists

Nebraska State Assembly

Association of Surgical Technologists
Association of Surgical Technologists

The Nebraska Certified Surgical Technologist
of the Year Award

2025

   Congraulations Janet McAdams!



A Certified Surgical Technologist since 1997, Janet has spent nearly three decades demonstrating skill, integrity, and compassion in every role she has held. She currently serves as the Program Director of Surgical Technology at Nebraska Methodist College, where she leads with vision and dedication to student success. 
Her nomination described her best: "Janet McAdams is not only a piller of her program but also a true advocate for the growth and integrity of the surgical technology profession." 
Please join us in congratulating Janet on this well-deserved honor!



Past Recipients of the Tech of the Year Award

2006 - Brenda Deaver
2007 - Sharon Vinsonhaler
2008 - Cathy Hemmer
2009 - Kathy May
2010 - Marlene Wagner
2011 - Karen Ellicott
2012 - Amy Goracke
2013 - Sharon Rehn
2014 - Donna Ryan
2015 - Karyn Shotkoski
2016 - Anne Moats
2017 - Holly Fritsche
2018 - Joni Philippi
2019 - Kelly Wendt
2020 - McKensie Stutzman
2022 - Deb Spiehs
2023 - Melissa Driewer
2024 - Jennifer McLaughlin
2025 - Janet McAdams
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