Membership Directory

UniversityInterests in Teaching and Learning
Paul AveryPaul Avery, VMD,
PhD, DACVP


Faculty, Pathology
paul.avery@colostate.edu
Colorado State UniversityTeaching and assessing clinical reasoning. Self-guided, electronic teaching/assessment tools Team-based learning
Ana AlcarazAna Alcaraz, DVM, PhD
Associate Professor, Anatomic Pathology
aalcaraz@westernu.edu
Western University of Health SciencesActive and effective learningFacilitator training in Problem Based Learning Student engagement and well-being
Gillian AnglissGillian Angliss, DVM
Clinical Assistant Professor, Small Animal Medicine
gangliss@westernu.edu
Western University of Health SciencesWellbeing and mental health of veterinary students, faculty, and staffIntegration of basic sciences and clinical sciences throughout curriculumInnovation and improvement of pedagogy
Peggy Barr, DVM, PhD
Professor of Virology and Immunology
pbarr@westernu.edu
Western University of Health SciencesEvaluating the scholarly activity of PBL case authors Integrating immunology/microbiology content into a PBL curriculum Evaluation of critical thinking skills in pre-clinical veterinary students
Linda BarterLinda Barter, BVSc, MVSc, PhD, DACVAA

Associate Professor of Clinical
Surgical & Radiological Sciences
lsbarter@ucdavis.edu
University of California – DavisTeaching basic science with clinical relevanceSimulators/ simulation training Training student assessment (classroom and clinical setting)
Holly BenderHolly Bender, DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACVP

Interim Associate Dean of Academic Programs, Professor
hollybender@arizona.edu
University of ArizonaFaculty development using evidence-based active learning strategies such as Team-Based Learning and Peer InstructionDevelopment and educational research on computer tools that enhance student engagement and build expertise such as ThinkSpace and AlleleBuilding faculty learning communities through sharing of Open Educational Resources (OER)
Karen Boudreaux
Karen Boudreaux MEd, MBA, EdD, PhD


Educational Specialist, SVM

kaboudreaux@ucdavis.edu
University of California – DavisStudent and Faculty WellnessPersonal Preferences for Learning Faculty Action ResearchStudent Educational Leadership Development
Beth Boynton, DVM
Professor, Wellness
bboynton@westernu.edu
Western University of Health SciencesTeaching skills for medical communicationBest practices for giving feedback in clinical teaching Professional skills development
Barbara ByrneBarbara Byrne, BA, DVM , PhD
Professor of Clinical Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology
bbyrne@ucdavis.edu
University of California, DavisActive learning in the large classroom settingStudent and faculty well-being Integrating basic science with clinical/paraclinical teachingStudent assessment in large classes
Julie Cary, DVM, MS, DACVS

Clinical Assistant Professor of Equine Surgery and Co-Director of Clinical Communication
jcary@wsu.edu
Washington State UniversityTeaching and learning clinical skills Developing appropriate work and education culture for successIntegration of professional life skills, clinical skills, and knowledge
Patrick Chappell, PhD
Assistant Professor
of Physiology
pat.chappell@oregonstate.edu
Oregon State UniversityTeaching to multiple learning styles Collaborating to develop online educational resourcesTeaching basic sciences to professional students
Munashe Chigerwe, BVSc, MPH, PhD, DACVIM
Professor of Livestock Medicine and Surgery
mchigerwe@ucdavis.edu
University of California, DavisMental health and wellness among veterinary students and house officers Approaches to learning by veterinary studentsCommunication in veterinary medical education
Po-Yet Chou, BVM, MS, DACVS-SA

Assistant Professor of Clinical
Surgical & Radiological Sciences
pchou@ucdavis.edu
University of California, DavisPromote diversityand inclusiveness in teaching interactionClinical reasoning and surgical skills educationStudent and House officer wellness
Julie E DechantJulie Dechant, DVM, MS, DACVS, DACVEC

Associate Professor of Clinical
Surgical & Radiological Sciences
jedechant@ucdavis.edu
University of California – DavisEffective teaching of clinical problem solving and critical thinking
earning of clinical skills
Optimizing learning of clinical skillsDeveloping skills of self-assessment and reflection
Kristy Dowers, DVM
Associate Professor, Small Animal Medicine
kristy.dowers@colostate.edu
Colorado State UniversityHow to effectively teach clinical reasoningInnovative teaching techniquesLow- and high-fidelity simulation
Chrissy EckstrandChrissy Eckstrand, DVM, PhD, DACVP

Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of VMP
chrissy.eckstrand@wsu.edu
Washington State UniversityDiversityEquity and inclusion in veterinary medicineQuality vs quantity of content in a DVM curriculumStudent Assessment
Maria FahieMaria Fahie, DVM, MS, DACVS
Professor, Small Animal Surgery
mfahie@westernu.edu
Western University of Health SciencesEngaged active learningOnline learningTeaching and evaluating clinical competenciesSelf-assessment and peer observation
Raelynn FarnsworthRaelynn Farnsworth, DVM

Clinical Associate Professor, Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Community Practice/Interim Hospital Director
raelynn@wsu.edu
Washington State UniversityClinical teachingAssessment, especially using CBVE scales
Faculty Development
Laurie Fonken, PhD, LPC
Professional Counselor/Instructor
laurie.fonken@colostate.edu
Colorado State UniversityContinuing education and support for faculty Identification and sharing of resources and ideas to enhance curricular offerings and experiences for the students Collaborative research on professional skills and personal wellness
Briedi GillespieBriedi Gillespie, PhD

Clinical Associate Professor
b.gillespie@wsu.edu
Washington State University
Samantha Gizerian, PhD

Clinical Assistant Professor & Associate Director for Undergraduate
Studies, WSU Program in Neurosciences
samantha.gizerian@wsu.edu
Washington State UniversityActive learning methodsFaculty developmentTeaching/evaluating critical thinking and problem solving
Paul Gordon-Ross, DVM, MS
Director of Clinical Relations and Assistant Professor
pgordon@westernu.edu

Western University of Health SciencesNeeds assessment for clinical preceptor developmentSuccess of training interventions for clinical preceptorsMeasurement of clinical competencies in veterinary students
Elena Gorman, DVM, MS
Associate Professor
Clinical Pathology
Elena.Gorman@oregonstate.edu

Oregon State UniversityIntegration of basic science knowledge and clinical application.Increasing and supporting diversity in veterinary medicine.Multi-modal learning opportunities: flipped classes, polling, digital slide scans, etc.
Sarah GuessSarah C. Guess, DVM, MS, DACVIM (SAIM)
Clinical Assistant Professor

sarah.guess@wsu.edu
Washington State UniversityResearch and scholarship surrounding graduate and clinic-based learningGamification and the learning environmentAssessment and statistical methods for education
Jillian HainesJillian Haines, DVM
Associate Professor

jmhaines@wsu.edu

Washington State UniversityClinical teachingAssessmentIntegrating classroom and clinical teaching
Kelly HallKelly Hall, DVM, MS, DACVECC
Associate Professor, Critical Care Services; Chair, ACVECC VetCOT

KHall.Wilke@colostate.edu
Colorado State UniversityDesign and implementation of formative and summative assessments to enhance student engagementCompetency-based learning and instructionTeam-based learning
Spring Halland, DVM, CVA, DACVIM

Assistant Professor of Large Animal Internal Medicine
shalland@westernu.edu
Western University of Health SciencesTeaching and learning clinical skillsBridging the gap/jump between pre-clinical and clinical years of educationDiversity and Inclusivity in Veterinary EducationOnline learning/teaching
Ilana HalperinIlana Halperin, DVM

Assistant Clinical Professor, Dept of Medicine and Epidemiology
imhalperin@ucdavis.edu
University of California, DavisClinical teaching Diversity, equity, and inclusion in veterinary medicine Student engagement and well-being
Diana Hassel, DVM, PhD, DACVS, DACVECC
Associate Professor,
Equine Emergency Surgery & Critical Care
diana.hassel@colostate.edu
Colorado State UniversityTeaching/assessing clinical reasoning and clinical problem solving Active learning methods Peer review of teaching
Dean Hendrickson, DVM, MS, DACVS
Professor Equine Surgery
dean.hendrickson@colostate.edu

Colorado State UniversitySimulation training Clinical training Video based learning
Steve HinesSteve Hines, DVM, PhD, DACVP
Director of the WSU Teaching Academy; Professor of Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology
sahines@wsu.edu
Washington State UniversityChanging institutional paradigms to make teaching a valued and viable career track Active learning methods that result in long term learning Measuring teaching effectiveness beyond student evaluations
Lane JohnsonLane W. Johnson DVM
Staff Veterinarian, Gourley Clinical Teaching Center
lwjohnson@ucdavis.edu
University of California, DavisDeveloping optimum learning environments for today’s students, virtually and in person.Use of models and virtual scenarios to teach clinical skills and judgment.Creating learning materials that provide focus towards learning outcomes.
Matthew S. JohnstonMatthew S. Johnston, VMD, DABVP – Avian
Associate Professor of Avian, Exotic, and Zoological Medicine
matthew.johnston@colostate.edu
Colorado State UniversityTeam-based learning pedagogyApplication of comparative medicine to teach foundational principles (critical thinking, clinical reasoningClinical instructionMetacognition (Reflection) as a means for retentionMetacognition as a tool to replace traditional course evaluations
Malika KachaniMalika Kachani, PhD, DVM
Professor of Parasitology and Global Health
mkachani@westernu.edu
Western University of Health SciencesPeer Observation and coaching in PBL Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Facilitator Training
Gagandeep KaurGagandeep Kaur, DVM, PhD
Associate Professor
gkaur@westernu.edu
Western University of Health SciencesAssessments of learning/assessment tools for studentsIntegration of basic and clinical sciences in teachingMeaningful feedback for course improvement
David Kersey, PhD
Assistant Professor, Physiology
dkersey@westernu.edu
Western University of Health Sciences
Joseph KlopfensteinJoseph Klopfenstein,
DVM DABVP

Assistant Professor, Rural Veterinary Practice
joe.klopfenstein@oregonstate.edu
Oregon State UniversityTeaching evidence based decision making Teaching application of knowledge and skill in field situations Personal well-being and work/life balance
Suzie Kovacs, MS
Assistant Professor
of Epidemiology
skovacs@westernu.edu
Western University of Health SciencesDiversity in veterinary medicine Teaching and evaluating empathy in veterinary students Developing a curriculum addressing contemporary issues facing the veterinary profession
Racheal KreislerRachael Kreisler, VMD, MSCE, DACVPM (Epidemiology)
Associate Professor of Shelter Medicine and Epidemiology
rkreis@midwestern.edu
Midwestern UniversityScholarship of teaching and learningMeasuring teaching effectivenessStudent Assessment
Steve Lampa, PhD

Clinical Assistant Professor
slampa@wsu.edu
Washington State UniversityActive Learning MethodsFaculty DevelopmentEncouraging Student Metacognition
Mary LassalineMary Lassaline,
DVM, PhD


Department of Surgical and Radiological Sciences
lassaline@ucdavis.edu
University of California, Davis
Ohad Levi, DVM

Associate Professor, Surgery
olevi@westernu.edu
Western University of Health Sciences
Christiane LohrChristinae Lohr, MedVet, Dr. med. vet., PhD, DACVP
Associate Professor – Anatomic Pathology
christiane.loehr@oregonstate.edu
Oregon State UniversityHybrid and remote instructionCreation of instructional materialsEducation Research
Christianne MageeChristianne Magee,
DVM, MS, PhD,
DACT

Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Sciences
christianne.magee@colostate.edu
Colorado State UniversityScholarship of teaching and learningDevelopment of enduring teaching materialsActive learning in large lecture courses
Thomas MarinoThomas (Tony) Marino, M.S., Ed.D.
Assistant Professor of Anatomy

tmarino@westernu.edu
Western University of Health SciencesCompetency-based preclinical anatomy instructionMixed-methods methodology in educational researchStudent mental health (specifically around the Stress, Anxiety, and Depression continuum)
Susan Matthew, PhD, BVSc (Hons), BSc(Vet), GradCertEdStud (Higher Ed)

Associate Professor and Associate Chair of Veterinary Medical Education
susan.matthew@wsu.edu
Washington State University
Diane McClure, DVM, PhD, DACLAM

Associate Professor, Laboratory Animal Medicine
dmcclure@westernu.edu
Western University of Health Sciences
Bret Roberts McNabb, DVM, MPVM

Assistant Professor of Clinical
Population Health & Reproduction
brmcnabb@ucdavis.edu
University of California, Daviseffective clinical teaching (individual instruction and rounds-based) small-medium effective class instruction
Phil Mixter
Phil Mixter, PhD
Clinical Associate Professor
of Immunology / STEM undergrad
pmixter@wsu.edu
Washington State UniversityActive learning methods Peer Review of Teaching – Teaching, Teaching Material, Teaching Evaluation, etc. Development of an open source/online vet teaching journal for the consortium
Stuart MeyerStuart Meyers, DVM, MS, PhD, DACT
Professor
Anatomy, Physiology & Cell Biology
smeyers@ucdavis.edu
University of California, DavisDeveloping novel case-based learning exercises for basic and clinical Theriogenology Developing meaningful peer observation of faculty teaching
Elizabeth MontgomeryElizabeth Montgomery, DVM
Faculty, Small Animal Community Surgery Service
eamontgomery@ucdavis.edu
University of California, Davis
Teresa MorishitaTeresa Morishita, DVM,
MPVM, MS, PhD,
DACPV

Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Professor of Poultry Medicine & Food Safety

tmorishita@westernu.edu
Western University of Health SciencesDiversity and InclusionExtension and Public EducationFaculty/Student Development
Brian Murphy, DVM, PhD, DACVP
Assistant Professor
of Pathology
bmurphy@ucdavis.edu
University of California, DavisThe student-teacher relationship
Tandi NgwenyamaTandi Ngwenyama, DVM,
Assistant Professor (Clinical)
tandi.ngwenyama@oregonstate.edu
Oregon State UniversityIncorporating social justice pedagogy (critical pedagogy + inclusive pedagogy)Neuropedagogy (brain-targeted teaching) Clinical reasoning and incorporating basic sciences into clinics Social emotional learning
Erika OfferdahlErika G. Offerdahl, PhD
Associate Professor

erika.offerdahl@wsu.edu
Washington State UniversityAssessmentActive learning in undergraduate STEM contexts Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in STEM Social emotional learning
Christine OlverChristine Olver, DVM, PhD,
DACVP

Professor, Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology

christine.olver@colostate.edu
Colorado State UniversityDifferentiated instructionCase-based electronic learning toolsStudent and faculty wellness Social emotional learning
Duncan RusselDuncan Russell, BVMS (Hons), DACVP
Assistant Professor, Clinical
duncan.russell@oregonstate.edu
Oregon State UniversityClinical teaching Educational research – role of errors in learning Resident training
Heloisa RutiglianoHeloisa Rutigliano, DVM,
PhD

Assistant Professor
heloisa.rutigliano@usu.edu
Washington State UniversityCourse developmentFaculty developmentEducational research
Daniel Smeak, DVM, DACVS
Professor
of Small Animal Surgery
dan.smeak@colostate.edu
Colorado State UniversityWeb-based interactive surgical training modules Surgical skill instructions Skills Assessment