Overview

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ recognizes the importance of community involvement in planning educational program that will prepare students for the local workforce. Advisory Committees assist faculty and staff in developing curriculum and implementing educational programs.

Cardiovascular Technology

Members

• Mr. Matthew Allen, Department Chair, Allied Health Programs, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Ms. Kim Baez, Cardiovascular Technologist, HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, Ocala
• Mr. Joseph Belgrade, Electrophysiology Technologist, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Mr. Randy Bush, Cardiovascular Technologist, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Mr. Earl Cannon, Cardiovascular Technologist, Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Gainesville
• Mrs. Carrie Crawford, Cardiovascular Technologist, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Ms. Kathy Croft, Cardiovascular Technologist, The Cardiac & Vascular Institute, Gainesville
• Ms. Chenoa Dixon, Consulting Imaging Systems Administrator, ITG Clinical and Imaging Systems, HCA Healthcare North Florida Division 1, Nashville
• Mr. Dwayne Edwards, Public Member, N/A, Gainesville
• Mr. Chris Ferrell, Cardiovascular Technologist, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Mrs. Kami Kennedy-Collins, Manager, Cardiovascular Lab, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Dr. Matheen Khuddus, Cardiologist, The Cardiac & Vascular Institute, Gainesville
• Mrs. Jessica Lilly, Cardiovascular Technologist, AdventHealth Ocala, Ocala
• Mrs. Sarah Lopez, Manager, Echo Lab, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Ms. Molly Ohara, Cardiovascular Technologist, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital, Ocala
• Mrs. Lauren Philips, Cardiovascular RN, The Cardiac & Vascular Institute, Gainesville
• Ms. Martha Roberson, Cardiovascular Technologist, The Cardiac & Vascular Institute, Gainesville
• Ms. Jennifer Sosh, Cardiovascular Technologist, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Ms. Katherine Taylor, Echo and Vascular Technologist, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Mr. Walt Theus, Cardiovascular Technologist, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Mr. Michael Wehrli, Cardiovascular Technologist, HCA Florida Lake City Hospital, Lake City
• Ms. Amanda Whitlow, Cardiovascular Technologist, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Ms. Kelly Ward, Cardiovascular Technologist, Advent Health Ocala, Ocala
• Mr. Jeff Youngblood, Director, Cardiovascular Lab HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Members

• Ms. Debra Casey, Administrator, Putnam Community Medical Center, Palatka
• Ms. Keirstin Woods, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital - Freestanding Emergency Room, Starke, Starke
• Mr. Jeremy Edwards, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Ms. Amy Evans, Imaging Supervisor, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital, Ocala
• Ms. Walinda Hart, Ultrasound Supervisor, University of Florida Health - The Villages Regional Hospital, The Villages
• Ms. Chris Langford, Lead Sonographer, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Dr. Julie Marshall, Medical Director, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Ms. Tosheiba Montgomery, Lead Sonographer, Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Gainesville
• Ms. Ceci Moreno, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Mr. Juan Toro, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer and Preceptor, Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Gainesville
• Mrs. Tonya D'Ambrosio, Director of Operations, Radiology Associates of Ocala, Ocala
• Ms. Gigi Howard, Administrator, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital - Freestanding Emergency Room, Starke, Starke
• Ms. Sheila Jenkins, Imaging Lead, HCA Florida Lake City Hospital, Lake City
• Mrs. Gabby Johns, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Doctors Imaging Group, Gainesville
• Mr. Tom Jones, Ultrasound Supervisor, Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Gainesville
• Mrs. Raven LeMaster, Supervisor Ultrasound, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Mrs. Kayla Seward, Supervisor Ultrasound, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital, Ocala
• Ms. Leah Starkey, Ultrasound Modality Coordinator, Radiology Associates of Ocala, Ocala
• Mrs. Kam Szlachetka, Ultrasound Supervisor, OB/GYN, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Mrs. Emily Whiddon, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer and Preceptor, Baptist Health System - Baptist Medical Center Clay, Fleming Island

Nuclear Medical Technology

Members

• Mr. Mike Battaglia, Cardinal Health Radiopharmacy, Gainesville
• Mr. Justin Brown, University of Florida Health Medical Plaza, Gainesville
• Ms. Lindsey Bryan, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Mr. Todd Crisp, HCA Florida Lake City Hospital, Lake City
• Mr. Howard Cruz, Malcom Randall Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Gainesville
• Dr. Walter Drane, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Mr. Mark Gilman, HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, Ocala
• Ms. Brittany Coleman, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Ms. Candace Grigsby, Advanced Imaging, Ocala
• Mr. Mark Hostetler, Malcom Randall Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Gainesville
• Mr. Michael Jeffcoat, HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, Ocala
• Ms. Jennie Kelly, University of Florida Health Medical Plaza, Gainesville
• Ms. Gerda Larson, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Dr. Suzanne Mastin, Malcom Randall Veteran Affairs Medical Centers, Gainesville
• Ms. Sherryl McMahan, University of Florida Health Medical Plaza, Gainesville
• Ms. Alison Merrill, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Mr. Jason Norton, Malcom Randall Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Gainesville
• Mr. Edward Petersen, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Mr. Daniel Ryan, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Ms. Zandra Thompson, Lake City Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Lake City
• Ms. Karen Turner, Advent Health Ocala, Ocala
• Mr. Gregory Wilson, University of Florida Health Spring Hill, Gainesville
• Ms. Jennifer Wood, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital, Ocala

Physical Therapist Assistant

Members

• Dr. Jenny Amsinger, Site Coordinator and Academic Coordinator for Clinical Education, University of Florida Health Rehab Hospital, Gainesville
• Mr. Herb Anding, Physical Therapist, H2Health – Chiefland, Chiefland
• Dr. Megan Arpin, Physical Therapist and Adjunct Assistant Professor, University of Florida Health Shands Hospital, North Tower, Gainesville
• Dr. Chad Caswell, Sciences for Health Programs, Assistant Professor, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Dr. Tony Cere, Owner, Physical Therapist, Kinetix Physical Therapy, Gainesville
• Dr. Amy Cornell, Sciences for Health Programs, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Santa Fe College, Gainesville
• Mr. Scott Eddins, Site Coordinator for Clinical Education, Kinetix Physical Therapy, Gainesville
• Dr. Jennifer Fogel, Staff Physical Therapist, University of Florida Health Rehab Hospital, Gainesville
• Mr. Donald Frison, Staff Physical Therapist Assistant, University of Florida Health Rehab Hospital, Gainesville
• Ms. Jessica Garand, Recent Graduate Class of 2024, Gainesville Physical Therapy and Wellness, Gainesville
• Mr. Jeffery Gilliam, Staff Physical Therapist and Site Coordinator for Clinical Education, ReQuest Physical Therapy, Gainesville
• Dr. Scott Greenberg, Manager of Clinical Operations/Site Coordinator, University of Florida Health Rehab Centers, Gainesville
• Ms. Laura Herndon Physical Therapist, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Ms. Lauren Lehman, Clinical Instructor and Adjunct Professor, Gainesville Physical Therapy and Wellness, Gainesville
• Ms. Neda Mitova-Caneva, IFR Therapy Director, Strive Health & Rehabilitation, Ocala
• Mr. Carter Myers, Physical Therapist Assistant and Clinical Instructor, Kinetix Physical Therapy, Gainesville
• Dr. Matthew Parrish, Clinical Manager, H2Health, Chiefland
• Ms. Christina Pettie, Site Coordinator for Clinical Education, University of Florida Health Rehab Center – Magnolia Parke, Gainesville
• Mr. Vraja Podlofsky, Clinical Instructor & Recent Graduate, Adjunct The Orthopaedic Institute, Gainesville
• Mr. Mukunda Rico, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Physical Therapist Assistant Santa Fe College, Gainesville
• Mr. David Tamayo, Clinical Instructor, University of Florida Health Rehab Center – Magnolia Parke, Gainesville

Polysomnography

Members

• Dr. Richard Berry, Medical Director, University of Florida Health Sleep Center, Gainesville
• Ms. Tiffany Cellon, Office Manager, University of Florida Health Sleep Center, Gainesville
• Ms. Michelle Garrette, Polysomnographic Technologist II, University of Florida Health Sleep Center, Gainesville
• Ms. Lisa Glover, Polysomnographic Technologist, University of Florida Health Sleep Center, Gainesville
• Ms. Rhonda Matheny, Public Member, N/A, Newberry
• Mr. Dylan Moquin, Polysomnography Program Director, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Ms. Susan Purdy, Polysomnographic Technologist, University of Florida Health Sleep Center, Gainesville
• Mr. Tom Selig, Director, Cardiopulmonary Services, University of Florida Health, Summerfield

Radiologic Programs

Members

• Ms. Allison Bakke, Supervisor, Radiology, Lake City Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Lake City
• Ms. Carrie Bell, Technical Director, Radiology Department, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Ms. Dystany Chamberlain, Supervisor, Radiology, University of Florida Health (OSMI), Gainesville
• Ms. Chenoa Dixon, Clinical Manager, Imaging and Cardiopulmonary Services, HCA Florida Lake City Hospital, Lake City
• Mr. Elias Garcia, Radiologic Technologist, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Ms. Lara Hagle, Supervisor, Interventional Procedures, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Ms. Kelly Hall, Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography), HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Mr. Ranie Howe, Radiologic Technologist, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Mr. Mike Kenner, Radiologic Technologist, HCA Florida Lake City Hospital, Lake City
• Mr. Patrick Leonard, Adjunct Faculty, Radiography Program, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Mrs. Jolie Lee, Radiologic Technologist, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Mr. James Mash, Lead Technologist, Radiology, Malcolm Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Gainesville
• Ms. Sherry Moore, Supervisor, Radiology, University of Florida Health (Medical Plaza), Gainesville
• Ms. Darah Palmer, Radiologic Technologist, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Ms. Kallie Raulerson, Supervisor, Radiology, HCA Florida Lake City Hospital, Lake City
• Mr. Fred Seese, Radiologic Technologist, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Ms. Jennifer Sirera, Technical Director, Radiology, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Ms. Rebekah "Jeannie" Surrency, Lead Technologist, Radiology, Malcolm Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Gainesville
• Ms. Andrea Corwine, Supervisor, Radiology, University of Florida Health Emergency Center – Springhill, Gainesville
• Ms. Michelle Tringali, Diagnostic Manager Radiology, University of Florida Health, Gainesville

Respiratory Care Technology

Members

• Mr. Matthew Allen, Department Chair Allied Health Programs, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Dr. Nilanjana Caballero, Associate Vice President Health Sciences, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Ms. Leah Carlson, Respiratory Care Program Director, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Ms. Brooke Chitty, Director of Respiratory Therapy, HCA Florida Lake City Hospital, Lake City
• Mr. Jeff Chitty, Chief of Respiratory Care, Malcom Randall Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Gainesville
• Ms. Amber Estes, Director of Cardiopulmonary Services, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Mr. Timothy Luba, Manager, Respiratory Services, Advent Health, Ocala
• Ms. Lynette Hildebrandt, Adult Critical Care Coordinator, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Ms. Natalie Markham, Coordinator of Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care Services, University of Florida Health Children's Hospital, Gainesville
• Ms. Kimberly McDonough, Director of Respiratory Services and Cardiopulmonary Rehab, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital, Ocala
• Ms. Marina Noon, Assistant Professor Respiratory Care Program, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Ms. Margaret Scarborough, Director for Academy of Health Professions, Gainesville High School, Gainesville
• Mr. Tom Selig, Director, Cardiopulmonary Services, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Dr. Brittany Williams, Respiratory Care Program Clinical Coordinator, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville

Surgical Services

Members

• Christine Danaher, Robotic/Urology Coordinator and Certified Surgical Technologist, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Ashley Ciccarello, Surgical Services Director, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Elba Cruz, Clinical Educator, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Christopher Lobisch, Certified Surgical Technologist, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Charlotte Nelson, Clinical Coordinator and Nurse Manager, University of Florida Health at Oaks Mall, Gainesville
• Rebecca Qualmann, Clinical Coordinator and Nurse Manager, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Tiana Sharpe, Certified Surgical Technologist, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Dr. John Livecchi, Eye Surgeon, University of Florida Health Florida Surgical Center, Gainesville
• Wayne Mikell, Registered Nurse/Nurse Educator, Malcom Randall Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Gainesville
• Erin Mullins-Griffee, Registered Nurse/Clinical Coordinator, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Tamatha Olivier, Certified Surgical Technologist/Central Sterile Processing Department Manager, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Deena Schuman, Nurse Educator, University of Florida Health, Gainesville
• Stephanie Swindell, Certified Surgical Technologist, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Joseph Whilhite, Operating Room Assistant Nurse Manager, Malcom Randall Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Gainesville
• Sabrina Aguirre, Registered Nurse/Operating Room Coordinator, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Gainesville
• Kerry Chancey, Professor, Science for Health Programs, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Valerie Marburger, Certified Surgical Technologist/First Assistant, North Florida Plastic Surgery, Gainesville
• David Angers, Gainesville

Nursing Programs

Members

• Dr. Irene Alexaitis, VP of Nursing & Patient Services/CNO, UF Health Shands Hospital, Gainesville
• Ms. Ellen Audet, Nursing Education Coordinator, North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System, Lake City
• Ms. Bobbi Bishop, Affiliations Coordinator Nursing Edu, North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System, Lake City
• Ms. Brittany Brown, Nurse Educator, UF Health Shands Hospital, Gainesville
• Dr. Jean Bulmer, Admin Director Nursing Edu & Staff Development, UF Health Shands Hospital, Gainesville
• Ms. Maria Capps, Assistant Director of Nursing, Oak Hammock, Gainesville
• Ms. Rhea Carnevale, Nurse Educator, UF Health Shands Hospital, Gainesville
• Ms. Ashley Davis, Health Pavilion Administrator, Oak Hammock, Gainesville
• Ms. Donna Elaine, Coordinator of Nursing Ed, UF Health Shands Hospital, Gainesville
• Ms. Michelle Farris, Chief Nursing Officer, HCA North Florida, Gainesville
• Ms. Kala Fuhrmann, Executive Director, Palm Garden, Gainesville
• Ms. Kimberly Giberti, Senior Director Health Services, The Village of Gainesville, Gainesville
• Ms. Carrol Godwin, Supervisor Nursing Ed, UF Health, Gainesville
• Ms. Leslie Golden, Chief Nurse, North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System, Gainesville
• Ms. Jodie Goodman, Director of Business Development, Haven Hospice, Gainesville
• Dr. Shakira Henderson, Dean UF College of Nursing, Gainesville
• Mrs. Teleska Jeffcoat, Nursing Manager Nursing Education, North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System
• Mr. Simon Marquez, Administrator, Magnolia Ridge, Gainesville
• Ms. Jenny Massaro, University Relations Manager, Select Specialty Hospital, Gainesville
• Ms. MaryAnn Morgan, Director of Clinical Education, HCA North Florida, Gainesville
• Ms. Sarah Murnahan, Clinical Educator, Haven Hospice, Gainesville
• Ms. Rebecca Norton, Director of Nurse Residency Programs, North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System, Gainesville
• Ms. Michelle Parker, Director of Nursing, Oak Hammock, Gainesville
• Ms. Vicki Rodenwoldt, Director of Assisted Living, The Village of Gainesville, Gainesville
• Ms. Cheryl Rodgers, Director of Nursing, Magnolia Ridge, Gainesville
• Ms. Balinda Scott-Graham, Director of Nursing, North Florida Rehab & Specialty Care Center, Gainesville
• Ms. Tara Williams, Manager Emergency Services, HCA North Florida, Gainesville
• Dr. Nilanjana Caballero, AVP Academic Affairs Health Sciences, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Dr. Trisha Clarke, A.S.N. Facilitator Nursing Programs, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Ms. Amandine Hom, Advising Specialist Health Sciences Advisement, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Dr. Margaret Howell, SHP Faculty, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Dr. Tracy Ison, Department Chair Nursing Programs, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Mrs. Nilda Lopez, Faculty Nursing Programs, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Mrs. Sandra Milner, Lab Facilitator Nursing Programs, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Mrs. Deloris Paul, PN Facilitator Nursing Programs, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Mrs. Megan Salazar, ANEW Facilitator Nursing Programs, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Ms. Jessica Schwab, Clinical Facilitator Nursing Programs, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ Gainesville
• Mrs. Sarah Stroup-Young, Director Health Sciences Advisement, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Mrs. Johanna Sunkett-McBride, Associate Director Nursing Programs, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Dr. Nate Southerland, Provost & VP Academic Affairs, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Dr. Cheryl Woelfle, B.S.N. Director Nursing Programs, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Mr. Jelani Young, A.S.N. Alumni & current B.S.N. student representative, Santa Fe College, Gainesville

Dental Programs

Members

• Ms. Julienne Barber, Dental Assistant, Pavlik Orthodontics, Gainesville
• Dr. Mary Claire Blackburn, Assistant Professor Anatomy and Physiology, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, Gainesville
• Dr. Frank Catalanotto, Dentist/Professor/President, Floridians for Dental Access, University of Florida College of Dentistry, Gainesville
• Dr. Timothy Garvey, Dentist/Professor, University of Florida College of Dentistry, Gainesville
• Dr. Yvette Godet, Dentist, Doctor Yvette Godet Dental Practice, Gainesville
• Ms. Kelly Hough, Dental Assistant, Parent Dental Group, Gainesville
• Ms. Richelle Janiec, Assistant Director Health Care Administration/Dental Assistant/Dental Hygienist, University of Florida College of Dentistry, Gainesville
• Dr. William Marchese, Dentist, Dr William Marchese Dental Practice, Starke
• Ms. Kelly Raulerson, Coordinator of Community Outreach Programs/Dental Hygienist, University of Florida, Gainesville
• Ms. Ruijuan Shi, Dental Hygienist, Doctor Frank Lozano Advanced Dentistry of Gainesville, Gainesville
• Dr. Cathy Taylor, Dentist, Taylor Dentistry, Gainesville
• Ms. Stacie Wasylow, Dental Hygienist/Dental Assistant, Doctor Paivi Samant Dental Practice, Gainesville