Faculty news
Posted: September 12, 2012
ATSU
Norine Eitel, MBA, is the new assistant to the president and secretary to the Board of Trustees. Eitel has been with ATSU since 1984, serving in numerous roles, most recently as director, sponsored programs. She has served on various boards and committees, including the Institutional Review Board, Self-Study Steering Committee for NCA accreditation, Founder’s Day, and the United Way.
Haxton
Jason Haxton, MA, director, Museum of Osteopathic MedicineSM, distributed 20 special edition copies of “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins to individuals in the Kirksville community. Part of an international effort called World Book Night, 25,000 book givers across the United States gave away books to those in need, free of charge. World Book Night is a non-profit organization supported by book publishers, book stores, and literary organizations in the United States, United Kingdom, and Germany.
Haxton also received a Medallion Service Award from the Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons on May 5. He was nominated for his work in promoting the osteopathic profession and heritage through the museum.
Lori Haxton, MA, assumed the role of vice president for student affairs in May. She also received a Medallion Service Award from the Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons on May 5. She was nominated for her 23-year dedication to the students of ATSU and the osteopathic profession.
Jack Magruder, EdD, who received ATSU president emeritus status at his retirement event on June 29, also was presented with a surprise proclamation for his outstanding leadership by the Board of Trustees at their May meeting. Dr. Magruder’s wife, Sue, also received the special designation of first lady emerita.
Dan Martin, MA, director, Thompson Campus Center, received a 2012 Distinguished Service Award from the Missouri Bicycle and Pedestrian Federation at a ceremony held April 2 in Jefferson City, Mo.
Dr. Phelps
ATSU President Craig M. Phelps, DO, ’84, was named a Most Admired CEO & Top-Level Executive in the Phoenix Business Journal’s 4th annual listing. Dr. Phelps was chosen as one of the Phoenix-area’s 25 most admired executives based on past achievements and ongoing outstanding leadership. Consistent values, vision, solid decision-making, and commitment to quality were among the award criteria.
Tonya Watson, MBA, PHR, assistant director, human resources, Arizona campus, was awarded the Still-Well Distinguished Achievement and Advocacy Award in recognition of her unwavering personal and professional commitment to promote, encourage, and facilitate wellness experiences for students and employees.
Ted Wendel, PhD, vice president for Arizona operations & special assistant to the executive vice president for strategic initiatives, is leading the initiative to develop ATSU’s presence in San Diego, Calif. In the coming year, Dr. Wendel will spend half his time on the San Diego project and continue his duties leading Arizona campus operations.
Dr. Wood
Douglas L. Wood, DO, PhD, senior vice president-academic affairs, retired June 30. Dr. Wood began his journey at ATSU as founding dean of SOMA, building it from the ground up and creating an innovative curriculum that has been recognized nationally as a model for medical education. He served as VPAA since 2010, unifying the five academic units of ATSU under one leader. In this position he served as co-chair of the University Strategic Planning Committee and the Strategic Plan Implementation Committee.
ASDOH
Jack Dillenberg, DDS, MPH, dean, was one of six dentistry professionals elected to the National Academies of Practice (NAP) in honor of achievements and contributions to the healthcare profession. Practitioners and scholars are nominated and elected to NAP based on strict criteria that ensure the highest level of professionalism among members.
Dr. Dillenberg also donated $50,000 for the creation of the Jack and Jamie Learning Center at ASDOH’s Center for Advanced Oral Health Education. The 3,400-square-foot multi-use facility will serve as a classroom, continuing education center, and community hub. Learn more about The Center for Advanced Oral Health at www.atsu.edu/asdoh/caohe.
Dr. Dillenberg is also the recipient of the 2012 Arizona Medical Association Humanitarian Award. The award recognizes programs and individuals who go above and beyond their profession to help underserved communities receive medical care and other healthcare services that lead to the betterment of their lives.
Tony Hashemian, DDS, assistant professor and assistant dean, was a recipient of Arizona Business Magazine’s 2012 Healthcare Leadership Awards as Dentist of the Year.
Herb Kaufman, DDS, was promoted to associate dean, clinic operations.
Jae Hyun Park, DMD, MSD, MS, PhD, director, postgraduate orthodontic program, had his article selected as “Case of the Month” in the March 2012 issue of the American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics. In the article, “Angle Class III Malocclusion with Cleft Lip and Palate: Non-Surgical Treatment,” authors discuss the treatment of a 26-year-old female with Angle Class III malocclusion, missing maxillary lateral incisors, and an eptopic maxillary right canine.
Dr. Park also published a book chapter, “Clinical considerations of open gingival embrasures,” which was selected to be the first article in the “Treatment approaches in periodontitis” section of Pathogenesis and Treatment of Periodontitis (published by InTech).
Dr. Romer
Maureen Romer, DDS, MPA, FADPD, DABSCD, has been named Special Care Dentistry Association (SCDA) board president for 2012-13. SCDA is an international organization of oral health professionals and other individuals dedicated to providing service to and promoting the oral health of patients with special needs.
Dr. Romer is associate dean, post-doctoral education, and associate professor and director of special care dentistry at ASDOH.
ASHS
James W. Farris, PT, PhD, is the new physical therapy chair. Dr. Farris has been with ASHS since 2008. Prior to that, he spent 13 years teaching PT, with five of those as program director and department chair at Arkansas State University.
The ATSU chapter of the Student Academy of Audiology (SAA) presented awards of appreciation to audiology staff members Melanie (Kropp) Gibson, program manager, and Jennifer Apel, administrative assistant. The awards were presented by Krystal Hulleman, president, SAA, for their dedication to and support of the local SAA chapter events and activities.
Tamara Valovich McLeod, PhD, ATC, FNATA, associate professor, athletic training, will serve as section editor for the Journal of Athletic Training (JAT). JAT is the flagship journal for the athletic training profession and one of the most respected journals in sports medicine.
Dr. McLeod is one of only 13 section editors. Section editors are assigned to broad topical areas, and Dr. McLeod will serve in the “Examination, Treatment, and Rehabilitation” section. She will coordinate peer reviews for submitted articles and make final recommendations to the editorin- chief about the acceptability of an article for publication.
Bernadette Mineo, PhD, OTR/L, associate professor and chair, occupational therapy, has been selected for the editorial board of the Open Journal of Occupational Therapy (OJOT). OJOT is a new peer-reviewed, open-access journal that publishes high-quality articles focusing on applied research, practice, and education in the occupational therapy profession.
Robert Nee, PhD, associate professor, physical therapy, received his doctor of philosophy in physical therapy from The University of Queensland.
Albert “Bert” F. Simon, DHSc, was named chair, physician assistant studies. A SOMA faculty member since 2005, Dr. Simon most recently served as special assistant to SOMA’s dean and special assistant to ASHS’ dean. He also served as vice dean of SOMA.
KCOM
On April 11, Peter Kondrashov, PhD, anatomy chair, and Neal Chamberlain, PhD, professor, microbiology/immunology, were voted by first- and second-year students respectively to each receive the Max T. Gutensohn Teaching Award. Both Drs. Kondrashov and Chamberlain are previous award winners.
Dr. Marberry
Kevin Marberry, MD, is the new interim chair of the Department of Surgery. Dr. Marberry graduated from the University of Missouri (1999) and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Marberry has an active practice in Kirksville with North Missouri Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Surgery.
Joseph Novinger, DO, ’89, has been named interim chair of the Department of Family Medicine. Dr. Novinger is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Family Practice and has an active practice in Kirksville with the Northeast Missouri Health Council Inc.
Jeffrey A. Suzewits, DO, ’88, MPH, associate dean, clinical educational affairs, is the recipient of the Above and Beyond Humanitarian Award. Dr. Suzewits was nominated by Alicia Apple, OMS IV, for his personal attention in advocating for students, especially in solving scheduling and rotation testing issues during his time as KCOM’s interim dean.
SHM
Dr. Breightenback
Erin Breitenbach, PhD, DHEd, program chair, was accepted to Harvard Graduate School of Education. The program began in June.
SOMA
Gary Cloud, PhD, MBA, associate dean, received the 2012 Arizona Osteopathic Medical Association Distinguished Service Award presented at the AOMA annual Presidential Reception, Gala, and Awards program held April 20.
Thomas E. McWilliams, DO, FACOFP, associate dean, graduate medical education, was named 2012-13 president of the Arizona Osteopathic Medical Association. Dr. McWilliams was installed at the AOMA House of Delegates meeting April 19.
“During the next year it is my hope to focus attention on the important role that osteopathic physicians play in meeting the healthcare needs of Arizona’s citizens, particularly in the primary care specialties,” said Dr. McWilliams.