• From 1995 to 2022, the 1917 Clinic served more than 12,000 patients with HIV
  
  
• Dr. Raper’s influence on patient care—incorporating advanced practice nursing such as women’s health nurse practitioners, family nurse practitioners, and mental health care for patients who would otherwise lack access—garnered national and international attention
  
  
• First Alabama nurse practitioner in the field of HIV care
  
  
• Helped establish HIV as a nursing specialty through the American Nurses Association
  
  
• Dr. Raper provided 10,000 hours of preceptorship for more than 40 students, and served as a mentor and coach to countless others
  
  
• In the clinic, his wealth of firsthand knowledge and dedication to patient-centered care made him a vital resource for students gaining real-world experience at a challenging time in health care
  
  
• In the classroom, his holistic approach integrated advanced concepts, sociopolitical context, and practical training in care delivery to position his students for success
  
  
• Published 55+ works, including manuscripts and book chapters on clinical topics and health policy
  
  
• Authored or co-authored 49 successfully funded HIV-related research and service grants equaling $41 million in funding
  
  
• Scientist in the UAB Center for AIDS Research
  
  
• Panelist on the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services update of Antiretroviral Guidelines for HIV-1-Infected Adults and Adolescents
  
  
• First and only nurse practitioner to direct a medical clinic at UAB
  
  
• Led the 2013 integration of 800+ Birmingham HIV and AIDS patients without health care into the 1917 Clinic following the closure of Cooper Green Mercy Hospital
  
  
• Oversaw the 1917 Clinic’s 2020 relocation to a space nearly triple the size of the original clinic
  
  
• Attorney with contributions spanning 30+ years
  
  
• Successfully advocated for health care policy reform and funding, advancing standards of practice, and implementing new performance measures
  
  
• Spearheaded the creation of the American Association for Men in Nursing Foundation
  
  
• Former President of the Alabama Board of Nursing
  
  
• Featured in the International Nurses’ Association publication The Worldwide Leaders in Healthcare
  
  
• First Alabama nurse practitioner to be inducted as a fellow in the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners