Directory
RVU faculty and staff include a wide variety of educators who are mentors and role models for our students. They demonstrate excellence in their knowledge, medical practices, professional conduct, and dedication to the education of our students.
Carrie Chanos, PA-C
Assistant Professor of PA Studies
Alison Covak, MSPAS, PA-C
Director of Clinical Education
Assistant Professor of PA Studies
Meghan Day, MS, PA-C
Assistant Director of Clinical Education
Assistant Professor PA Studies
David Eckhardt, PA-C, MS
Director of Simulation
Associate Professor of PA Studies
Christy Hardt
Program Outreach Coordinator
Jennifer Hellier, MS, PhD
Principal Faculty - Director of Basic Science and Research
Associate Professor of Anatomy and Neuroscience
Kristen Hunter
Clinical Rotations Coordinator
Sarah Neguse, MS, PA-C
Associate Program Director
Assistant Professor PA Studies
Cassidy Punt, PA-C
Assistant Professor of PA Studies
Cathy C. Ruff, MS, PA-C
PA Program Director and Chair
Associate Professor of PA Studies
Kathryn (Katie) Shaw, MS, LAT, ATC, CES
Operations Manager
Kandace Shepherd, MS, PA-C
Assistant Professor PA Studies
PA Student Success Facilitator
Darcy Solanyk, MS, PA-C
Principal Faculty; Assistant Professor PA Studies
Stephen Solanyk
Technical Program Manager
Ryan Spilman, DO
Medical Director PA Clinical Education
Joseph M. Stasio, DO, FACOFP
Chair
Professor of Family Medicine
Medical Director, PA Program