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New Dean Answers Rural Health's Call at UTPB
13 Jun
Summary
- Ramona Ann Parker appointed dean of UTPB's College of Health Sciences.
- Parker aims to address critical rural health workforce shortages.
- She brings over 18 years of higher education and clinical experience.
Ramona Ann Parker began her tenure as the dean of UTPB's College of Health Sciences on June 1. Parker expressed a strong desire to focus on rural health, finding a perfect match with UTPB's mission to address critical workforce shortages in the Permian Basin and West Texas. She brings over 18 years of experience in higher education and extensive clinical expertise as a registered nurse.
Parker's vision includes strengthening partnerships with medical schools and community organizations to develop innovative healthcare programs. She highlighted the immediate need for mental health professionals, especially in rural areas, and sees UTPB as a key institution to fill this gap. The college currently serves approximately 1,300 students, with a focus on ensuring high-quality programs that attract more individuals to the healthcare field.
