Medschool, About, Leadership

Brian V. Reamy, MD, Col (Ret), USAF, MC

The Office of Academic Affairs plays a key role in guiding the school's medical education programs, substantially shapes our approach to LCME accreditation, and ensures that USU graduates physician-leaders of the highest caliber for the Military Health System and the Public Health Service.

Catherine Takacs Witkop, MD, MPH, Col (Ret), USAF, MC

The Associate Dean for Medical Education oversees the SoM’s programmatic evaluation process, maintaining familiarity with the standards and policies of the Liaison Committee on Medical Education, the Association of American Medical Colleges, and the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Additionally, the Associate Dean for ME coordinates institutional self-studies and submits recurring and/or interim reports required to maintain institutional and programmatic accreditation.

Pamela M. Williams, MD, FAAFP, Col, USAF, MC

The Associate Dean for Student Affairs (ADSA) oversees the quality of student life and serves as an ombudsman, charged with understanding and representing the student viewpoint in policy decisions. The ADSA, along with the Assistant Dean for Clinical Science, is responsible for the School of Medicine’s academic standard in the clinical sciences as well as the continued personal and professional growth and development of individual students throughout their clinical years. The ADSA serves on standing committees that directly affect students, including the Curriculum Committee, Student Promotions Committee, Awards Committee (Chairman), and Board of Review for Inter-Service Transfers; as well as serving as the Dean’s representative in national organizations that involve students, such as the Association of American Medical Colleges.

Jessica Servey, MD, MHPE, Col (Ret), USAF, MC

The Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs serves as an advocate for all School of Medicine faculty, and oversees appointments and promotions within the School of Medicine. Through the Faculty Development Certificate Program and the Faculty Development Self-Service Site, the Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs promotes professional and academic development for all educators teaching within the Military Health System. The Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs serves as a faculty advisor and promotes a supportive and inclusive academic environment that enhances and rewards the activities of all SOM faculty on campus, throughout the United States, and around the world.  

Jessica L. Bunin, MD, COL, USA, MC (Ret)

The Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures that the School of Medicine reflects our nation’s diversity and works to prepare students to care for our diverse patient population, lead in complex cultural environments, and adapt to our nation’s future needs.

Arnyce R. Pock, MD, Col (Ret), USAF, MC

The Associate Dean for Curriculum manages day-to-day implementation of the School of Medicine’s “Molecules to Military Medicine” curriculum. Working closely with the Executive Curriculum Committee, the Associate Dean for Curriculum works to ensure that the School of Medicine’s curriculum provides an exemplary medical education, while also preparing students for careers in military medicine and advanced leadership positions.

Saibal Dey, PhD

The Associate Dean for Graduate Education oversees the School of Medicine’s graduate programs, preparing students for productive and rewarding careers in the biomedical sciences and public health, and maintaining a commitment to excellence in the didactic and research training of masters and doctoral degree students.

Jerri Curtis, MD, CAPT, MC, USN (Ret)

The Associate Dean for Graduate Medical Education acts as a liaison to the National Capital Consortium, ensuring that Consortium-sponsored programs comply with ACGME program requirements, and instilling in students the ethical values and standards expected of professionals in public service.

Danielle Holt, MD, COL, USA MC

The Associate Dean for Recruitment and Admissions manages the gateway to military medicine for one-fifth of the future active component of physicians. The Office of Recruitment and Admissions comprises two divisions: the Recruitment Division and the Admissions Division. The Recruitment Division actively cultivates prospective student interest through campus visits, via traditional and social media, and by collaborating with networks and partners, including the medical recruiting branches of each service. The Admissions Division accepts and processes applications to the F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine and manages the admissions process. Admissions counselors are available to answer applicant questions by phone (800-772-1743) or email (admissions@usuhs.edu). 

USU ranks among the top 7% in research funding among U.S. institutions, and School of Medicine faculty engage in important military-centered biomedical research spanning a range of topics. The Associate Dean for Research mentors junior researchers, facilitates research processes,  and investigates new research opportunities for the School of Medicine.

Patrick Monahan, MD, MPH, Col, USAF MC (Ret)

The Associate Dean for Simulation Education oversees the Val G. Hemming Simulation Center, a world leader in the development and application of medical simulation programs. Each year, this center delivers over 38,000 hours of interactive instruction using simulated patients (SPs), human patient simulators (mannequins), task trainers, and virtual reality to medical students, graduate nursing students, physicians, and allied health personnel.

Lisa Moores, MD, COL, MC, USA (Ret.)

The Associate Dean for Assessment and Professional Development directs student assessment across all School of Medicine courses, modules, and clerkships; as well as conducting programmatic evaluation for each curricular component and the longitudinal program of clinical skills. The Associate Dean for Assessment and Professional Development manages a comprehensive and innovative program of student assessment, programmatic evaluation, and remediation. Working closely with the Associate Dean for Graduate Education and the Associate Dean for Student Affairs, the Associate Dean for Assessment and Professional Development also provides professional and career development services to our medical and graduate students.  

Natalie Burman, DO, CAPT, MC, USN (Ret)

The Associate Dean for Regional Education and Academic Support is responsible for management, planning, coordination, and administration of the School of Medicine’s medical education and faculty development programs in the San Diego region’s Military Treatment Facilities. Serving as a local mentoring resource for students and faculty, the Associate Dean for Regional Education and Academic Support provides technical consultation and support to the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and the Dean of the School of Medicine on assigned medical education programs and activities.

David A. Lindholm, MD, Lt Col, USAF MC

The Associate Dean for Regional Education and Academic Support is responsible for management, planning, coordination, and administration of the School of Medicine’s medical education and faculty development programs in the San Antonio region’s Military Treatment Facilities. Serving as a local mentoring resource for students and faculty, the Associate Dean for Regional Education and Academic Support provides technical consultation and support to the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and the Dean of the School of Medicine on assigned medical education programs and activities.

Andrew Thagard, MD, LtCol, USAF, MC

The Associate Dean for Regional Education and Academic Support is responsible for management, planning, coordination, and administration of the School of Medicine’s medical education and faculty development programs in the Portsmouth region’s Military Treatment Facilities. Serving as a local mentoring resource for students and faculty, the Associate Dean for Regional Education and Academic Support provides technical consultation and support to the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and the Dean of the School of Medicine on assigned medical education programs and activities.