At the College of Health Deans (COHD), our success is rooted in the contributions of knowledgeable officers and valued organizational partners. These leaders play a vital role in promoting excellence and innovation across health professions programs. Get to know the people and affiliations that guide and support our mission.
COHD Officers
| President | Vice President | Secretary | Treasurer |
|---|---|---|---|
|
KATHERINE BEISSNER, PH.D. Upstate Medical University College of Health Professions |
CATHERINE BALTHAZAR, PH.D. Governors State University College of Health and Human Services |
SHAWN FELTON, Ed.D., LAT, ATC Florida Gulf Coast University College of Health Professions and Social Work |
NING (JACKIE) ZHANG, M.D., PH.D., M.P.H. Grand Valley State University College of Health Professions |
Affiliated Organization
Organizations for Individual Health Professions:
- Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics
- American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC)
- American Association of Healthcare Administrative Management (AAHAM)
- American Association of Medical Dosimetrists (AAMD)
- American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)
- American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
- American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
- American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
- Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine (ADLM)
- Association of University Programs in Health Administration
- Association of Surgical Technologists (AST)
- International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP)
- National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ)
- National Association of Nutrition Professionals (NANP)
- National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA)
- Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
- Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA)
Join Us Today
Strengthen your role in health professions education by connecting with leaders who share your goals. Explore resources, collaboration opportunities, and guidance designed to support academic success. Contact us for any inquiries or fill out our membership form today.
