Clark County Medical Society (CCMS) awards a local nurse, first responder and non-profit organization with the 2025 Winged Heart Awards during its 71st Presidential Installation Luncheon & Awards Ceremony at the Wynn/Encore on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Minnie Wood, Senior Lecturer at the UNLV School of Nursing, Trent Corwin, a Las Vegas Firefighter Paramedic and Vegas for Athletes are the winners in the nursing, first responder and non-profit categories. Additionally, Phillip Borsellino, of Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV, and Sam Rutter, of Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine, are presented with the 2025 Student Rising Star Award.
2025 Winged Heart Awards Recipients:
Nurse Minnie Wood, APRN, ANP-BC, Minnie Wood, a Senior Lecturer at the UNLV School of Nursing, brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her work in healthcare education, clinical practice, and community outreach. Specializing in population health and community nursing,
Minnie serves as a primary care provider at First Person Care Clinic in downtown Las Vegas. She has developed UNLV’s Nurse Camp and coordinated the School of Nursing’s involvement in COVID-19 vaccine administration. With numerous awards recognizing her contributions, including UNLV’s Service-Learning Award and the Southern Nevada Health District’s Public Health Hero Award, Minnie remains committed to serving underserved populations and building a more equitable healthcare system.
Trent W. Corwin, of Las Vegas Fire & Rescue-Station 9, a Las Vegas native, is a dedicated Firefighter Paramedic with Las Vegas Fire & Rescue, serving for over five years at Station 9. In addition to emergency response, Trent actively supports the department’s Peer Support Team and contributes to the Peer Review Committee for Paramedics. With a passion for learning, Trent holds multiple associate degrees and is currently pursuing a bachelor’s in emergency medical services administration. Outside work, he enjoys fitness, live music, and exploring new destinations, with a goal of visiting every U.S. National Park and major league ballpark. Inspired by President Ronald Reagan’s words, Trent embodies a philosophy of service, compassion, and community in all aspects of his life.
Vegas for Athletes, Troy Roques, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, is a visionary in business development with a vast network in sports, entertainment, and hospitality. Having collaborated with industry leaders, he has made significant strides in casino marketing and hotel brokerage. As the Founder of Vegas for Athletes, Roques is dedicated to safeguarding young athletes through ECG screenings, fostering crucial partnerships, and driving policy changes in sports health. In under a year, Vegas for Athletes has become a vital force in Clark County, conducting lifesaving screenings and discovering previously undetected heart abnormalities. Roques aims to continue this momentum, with the hope of making ECG screenings a routine part of young athletes’ physicals.
2025 Rising Star Award Recipients:
Phillip Borsellino, Philip, a fourth-year medical student at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine, is an accomplished academic with diverse research experience and a background in music. As a full- tuition scholarship recipient, he holds a Bachelor of Music from Indiana University and completed premedical coursework at UNLV. His contributions to peer-reviewed publications and research span diverse topics, including neurotrophic factors in depression and diabetic retinopathy progression. Philip’s volunteer work, leadership roles, and involvement in medical organizations further demonstrate his dedication to healthcare. Additionally, his musical talents have earned him recognition, as he was selected to participate in the prestigious Banff Center classical music event.
With his impressive academic record, Philip is now applying to ophthalmology residency programs.
Sam Rutter, Student-Doctor Sam Rutter, a fourth-year medical student at Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine, holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience from Brigham Young University. Sam’s commendable academic performance is matched by his enthusiasm, eagerness to learn, and strong teamwork skills, as noted by his clinical preceptors.
Alongside his academic pursuits, Sam has engaged in various medical research projects and community volunteer activities, including the Global Medical Brigade in Panama and local organizations like High Rollers Wheelchair Rugby and Parkinson’s Boxing Program. When not immersed in his studies or volunteer work, Sam finds enjoyment in producing music and participating in sports, particularly ice hockey.
About Clark County Medical Society:
For the past 70 years, the Clark County Medical Society has served Physicians and their Patients in the Southern Nevada Community. Currently with over 1,600 members, the organization advocates for the delivery of quality health care and engagement within the community.
