SOHA Advisory Board
Join the SOHA Advisory Board
Help Shape the Future of Healthcare Leadership!
The School of Health Administration at Texas State University is seeking distinguished professionals to join our Advisory Board. As a member, you will have the opportunity to impact the next generation of healthcare leaders and contribute to the strategic growth and success of our programs.
Why Join Our Advisory Board?
1. Influence Healthcare Education
- Help shape the curriculum to align with industry needs and ensure students are prepared for the evolving healthcare environment.
2. Develop Future Leaders
- Mentor and inspire students by sharing your experience and expertise, providing guidance for future healthcare professionals.
3. Strengthen Industry Partnerships
- Foster collaboration between academia and the healthcare industry, expanding networks and creating meaningful partnerships.
4. Support Program Excellence
- Assist in maintaining and improving the standards of our Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME)-accredited programs.
5. Professional Recognition
- Enhance your professional network and gain recognition as a key leader in shaping healthcare management education.
Advisory Board Member Responsibilities:
- Attend Meetings: Participate in bi-annual meetings (virtual or in-person).
- Provide Input: Offer feedback on curriculum development, student internships, and research initiatives.
- Mentor Students: Engage with students through mentorship programs, guest lectures, and professional networking.
- Advocate for the School: Serve as a representative of the School of Health Administration within your professional networks and promote program initiatives.
Who Should Apply?
We are looking for healthcare professionals, administrators, and industry leaders with a passion for healthcare education and a commitment to shaping the future of healthcare management. Ideal candidates include, but are not limited to:
- Healthcare Executives
- Hospital Administrators
- Public Health Leaders
- Managed Care Professionals
- Healthcare Consultants
- Policy Makers
How to Get Involved
To express your interest or to nominate a colleague, please complete This Online Form
If you are experiencing issues please use: https://forms.office.com/r/QBPGmxa3Cz
Questions? Please contact our School Director:
Dr. Cristian Lieneck
Director, School of Health Administration
Texas State University
Email: clieneck@txstate.edu
Phone: (512) 245-4462
Website: https://www.health.txst.edu/ha.html
Make a Difference in Healthcare Education Today!
Current Members
Advisory Board- Roster as of 09/2025
Name | Title/Position | Alumni Status | Location | Term Info. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Fox, FACHE | System Vice President of Regional Market Development, Methodist Health System |
| Dallas, TX | Joined 06/2025 |
| Amy Raymond | COO, Sunbound |
| Edmond, OK | Joined 04/2026 |
| Andrae L. Turner, FACHE | Director of Business Operations - Cardiology, Baylor College of Medicine | BHA, 2007 | Houston, TX | Renewed 06/2024 |
| Ashley Moore | Contracts Manager, NOR Healthcare Systems |
| Remote | Joined 04/2026 |
| Bethany Lowe (Miller), MHA | Regional Operations Manager | MHA, 2014 | Houston, TX | Joined 08/2025 |
| Carl Dolezal | Director, IS Business Operations at UTMB |
| Galveston, TX | Renewed 06/2024 |
| Casey Savage, MBA | Senior Contract Implementation Advisor, Vizient Inc. – Provista (non-acute) branch | BHA, 2013 MBA, 2019 | Irving, TX | Joined 11/2024 |
| Chris Abdmishani Armijo, M.Ed., MHA, MBA, MPH, FACHE, LSSBB | Associate Deputy Director, Compass Connections; Self-employed |
| San Antonio, TX | Joined 07/2024 |
| Chris Sloan, FACHE, CPPS, LSSBB, CPHIMS, MBA, MHA | EVP of Medical Operations, Loyal Source Gov’t Services COO and VP of GME, Texas Vista Medical Center |
| San Antonio, TX | Joined 07/2024 |
| David Rubenstein, FACHE | Adjunct Professor, Texas State University |
| Kentucky | Renewed 06/2024 |
| Divanshu Mittal | Senior Data Analyst - Analytics Manager, Cardinal Health |
| Dublin, OH | Joined 04/2026 |
| Eddie Hoss, MLCTA, LNFA | Caraday Healthcare | MLTCA, 2024 | Austin, TX | Joined 07/2025 |
| James Perez | Vice President Clinic Operations at Parkland Hospital |
| Dallas, TX | Renewed 06/2024 |
| Jan Lee Santos | Assistant Professor - Foundational Sciences, Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine |
| Fayetteville, NC | Joined 04/2026 |
| Joanna Fohn, MHA, LSSGB | Director of Strategy at Eating Recovery Center | MHA, 2020 | Nashville, TN | Renewed 06/2024 |
| Joel Helmke | Chief Operating Officer at Fox Chase Cancer Center | MSHP, 1996 | Philadelphia, PA | Renewed 06/2024 |
| John Wood | CEO, PAM Rehabilitation Sugar Land |
| Sugar Land, TX | Joined 04/2026 |
| Jon Calvin, FACHE, CPA, CMA | CEO of Lonestar Circle of Care |
| Austin, TX | Joined 07/2024 |
| Josef Hobdy, MHA, FACMPE, FACHE | Director, Physician Practice Operations at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta | MHA, 2017 | Atlanta, GA | Renewed 06/2024 |
| Kate Henderson, MHA, FACHE | Regional Market President, Urology Austin |
| Austin, TX | Joined 10/2024 |
| Kyle Monticone, DHA, MHA, MBA, MPA, MLS, LSSBB | Assistant Administrator, University Medical Center of El Paso | MHA, 2017 | El Paso, TX | Joined 09/2025 |
| Laura Fohn, MHA, CPHQ, CSSBB | Chief Operating Officer - Dell Seton Medical Center at Seton Healthcare Family | BHA, 2005 MHA, 2007 | Austin, TX | Renewed 06/2024 |
| Leticia Trevino | Administrator/COO, Women Partners in OB/GYN |
| San Antonio, TX | Joined 04/2026 |
| Lorraine Lobo | Associate Director, Care Transformation | MHA, 2019 | Houston, TX | Renewed 06/2024 |
| Matt Nolan | Director, Cardiopulmonary & Neuro Diagnostics, Texas Health Resources |
| Fort Worth, TX | Joined 04/2026 |
| Nicole Mari Varisco, MHA, FACHE | Executive Director of Market Development, St. Luke’s Health, a member of CommonSpirit | MHA, 2016 | Houston, TX | Joined 12/2024 |
| Paul S. Crews, MPH, FACHE | Executive Director/CEO Mid-Atlantic Health Care System (VISN 6) | BHA, 2000 | Durham, NC | Renewed 06/2024 |
| Philip Patyk, MBA, MS | Vaco, Analysis/Financial Modeling | BHA, 2017 MBA, 2022 | Austin, TX | Joined 11/2024 |
| Robert Honeycutt, MHA, MBA | President, Christus Santa Rosa - San Marcos |
| San Marcos, TX | Joined 12/2024 |
| Shaneel Brar, MHA | Senior Financial Analyst - Physician Compensation, Ascension | MHA, 2020 | Austin, TX | Joined 12/2024 |
| Stacy Foremski, MHA | Executive Director, Operations; Office of the CEO/President | MHA, 2014 | San Antonio, TX | Renewed 06/2024 |
| Stephanie Morris (Zipp), MHA, LSSBB | Director of Strategic Initiatives, Community First Health Plans | MHA, 2020 | San Antonio, TX | Renewed 06/2024 |
| Sue Ellen Tabor | Environment of Care and Life Safety Manager (Safety Officer), Christus Santa Rosa - San Marcos |
| San Marcos, TX | Joined 04/2026 |
| Yazmin Rodriguez | Senior Analytics Consultant, Royal Health Inc. |
| Buda, TX | Joined 04/2026 |
Key:
BHA: Bachelor of Healthcare Administration
MHA: Master of Healthcare Administration
MBA: Master of Business Administration
MSHP: Master of Science in Health Professions
MLTCA: Master of Long-Term Care Administration