Dr. Danita Tolson is a powerhouse of service and integrity, a leader our community can trust and rally behind. With over 30 years of experience in nursing, education, and public health, she has dedicated her life to strengthening families, advocating for fairness, and raising the standard of care in every space she touches. Her credentials are unmatched with a BSN, MSN, a Doctorate in Education and Curriculum Instruction, and certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner. But it is her heart for people that truly sets her apart.

For a decade, Dr. Tolson shaped the next generation of healthcare leaders as Undergraduate Nursing Chair at Coppin State University, guiding students, elevating academic excellence, and championing success. Her advanced leadership training at Harvard and Johns Hopkins reflects her relentless pursuit of excellence, and her published work confronts real issues such as minority health disparities, cancer prevention, mentorship, and educational innovation.

Her impact extends far beyond the classroom. Dr. Tolson has led transformative community health programs, coordinated influential health symposiums, and secured over $125,000 in grant funding that directly served local families. Her leadership roles with the NAACP, the Governor’s Racial Disparities Overdose Task Force, HRSA, and regional health organizations reveal a fierce commitment to equity and justice.

Dr. Danita Tolson is not just qualified. She is proven. She is a bold voice, a steady advocate, and a true champion for our neighborhoods. She is the kind of representative who fights for every family and works tirelessly to create a safer, healthier, and stronger future for us all.