Rowena Gler, MSN, RN

Rowena Gler, MSN, RN is a transformational healthcare leader and nurse practitioner with over three decades of diverse experience in cardiology, neuro, critical care, and interventional services. Based in Los Angeles, California, she has earned a reputation for her dynamic leadership, clinical expertise, and holistic understanding of hospital operations, healthcare business strategy, and information technology. A true change agent, Rowena has played an instrumental role in optimizing service line development, driving operational excellence, and leading multidisciplinary teams across major healthcare systems, including Stanford Health Care and Sutter Health.

Rowena began her nursing journey in the Philippines, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Ateneo de Zamboanga University, before transitioning to the United States to expand her clinical and leadership impact. Her early experiences in critical care and cardiology laid the foundation for her later work managing complex cardiac catheterization laboratories and interventional departments. She went on to earn her Master of Science in Nursing from United States University, graduating with distinction and becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner. While she found success in clinical practice, her passion for transformational leadership ultimately guided her toward executive management, where she continues to lead innovative programs and improve patient outcomes.

A lifelong learner and advocate for healthcare excellence, Rowena is deeply committed to advancing cardiovascular health and promoting preventive care. Inspired by personal experiences and a vision for a healthier future, she champions initiatives focused on early intervention, childhood obesity awareness, and holistic wellness. Beyond her leadership roles, she remains an active member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Guided by empathy, education, and empowerment, Rowena Gler continues to redefine what it means to lead with both heart and purpose in modern healthcare.

• United States University - Master of Science in Nursing, Advance Practice Registered Nurse, Family Nurse Practitioner, Graduate with Distinction
• Ateneo de Zamboanga University - BSN, RN

• American Association of Nurse Practitioners
• Sigma Theta Tau
• Association of California Nurse Leaders
• American College of Cardiology
• American Association of Critical Care Nurses