Sessions of 2026 Connection Conference: Diana Burdzy
Burdzy, Diana
Medical Assisting Instructor & Program Lead
Peoria Unified School District #11
Diana Burdzy, BAS, MEL, CTN is a Medical Assisting Instructor at Liberty High School in Peoria, Arizona, an Adjunct Professor with Maricopa Community Colleges, and the Program Lead for Peoria Unified School District’s Medical Assisting Program. She brings 18 years of experience in secondary and postsecondary healthcare education, specializing in workforce development and CTE, with a focus on clinical competencies, healthcare ethics, patient-centered care, and certification readiness. Prior to entering education, Diana spent 16 years as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina, working in trauma (CEN), intensive care, and family practice. Her extensive clinical and instructional background shapes her evidence-based approach to teaching and her commitment to preparing the next generation of skilled, compassionate healthcare professionals.
Sessions:
[5656] How to Turn Your Classroom into a Live Patient Simulation Lab
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Health Science Technologies
This session is designed for instructors who teach courses with a clinical component. Participants will explore how to create hands-on events that build students’ communication skills, professionalism, and confidence. The session also highlights how inviting community members, legislators, parents, and other partners can provide students with valuable real‑world practice in a supportive, authentic setting.
