Allan A. Johnson, Ph.D.

President
Howard University
Washington, DC

Dr. Allan Johnson is a Professor and Interim Chairman of the Department of Nutritional Sciences in the Division of Allied Health Sciences, in the College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences at Howard University. Prior to this position he served as Chairman of the Department of Nutritional Sciences for nine years, and as Associate Dean of the Division of Allied Health Sciences for seven years. Dr. Johnson holds a B.Sc. (first class honors) in chemistry from McGill University in Montreal, Canada, as well as MS and Ph.D. degrees in international nutrition from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York.

Dr. Johnson is an active researcher, having received over $16 million in competitive research grants from the U.S. Agency for International Development, the National Institutes of Health, and the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. Also, he has received several internal Howard University research grants. Dr. Johnson’s current research interests include risk factors for overweight and obesity, and the cardiovascular diseases.

Publications by Dr. Johnson have appeared in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, the Journal of Nutrition, the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, Ecology of Food and Nutrition, the American Journal of Public Health, the Maternal and Child Health Journal, the Journal of the National Medical Association, and the Journal of the National Society of Allied Health. Also, he has delivered over 140 professional presentations at national and international meetings.

Awards received by Dr. Johnson include the Research Award from the National Society of Allied Health; Appreciation Awards from the Howard University School of Human Ecology Graduate Student Association; the Most Productive Ph.D. Mentor Award, and the Faculty Exemplar Award from the Howard University Graduate School. In 2012 he was inducted as a Fellow of the Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions.

Gloria Lawson Rogers, PT, MMS, DPT

Executive Director
Washington, D.C.

Gloria L. Rogers, DPT, MMS, PT is a retired physical therapy educator, administrator, and clinician. Currently, she is the Executive Director of the National Society of Allied Health (NSAH). Past positions and responsibilities with the NSAH include Secretary, Chairperson of the Bylaws Committee, the Nomination and Elections Committee, and Interim President from 2015 to 2016. During her professional career, Dr. Rogers taught 17 years at Howard University and served as Chairperson of the Department of Physical Therapy, College of Allied Health Sciences (CAHS) from 1979 to 1987. She taught at The George Washington University for 12 years and was Acting Program Director of the Physical Therapy Program in the College of Medicine and Health Sciences from 2002 to 2004.
Her community and professional service has included President of the Board of Directors of the Capital City Area Health Education Center of Washington, DC, Board member of the National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education, Chairperson of the District of Columbia Physical Therapy Examining Board, member of the DC Health Advisory Committee, and President of the DC Physical Therapy Association. Dr. Rogers has received Distinguished Service Awards from the CAHS at Howard University, the Health Sciences Programs at the George Washington University, and from the DC Physical Therapy Association.
Dr. Rogers has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Thiel College in Greenville, Pennsylvania, a Physical Therapy degree from the D. T. Watson School of Physiatrics at the University of Pittsburgh, a Master of Medical Science from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston, Massachusetts. Her clinical and research interests are in the areas of musculoskeletal dysfunction and health and wellness promotion in the aging population.

Aurelia Alexander, OTR/L, OTD

Secretary
Florida A&M University
Tallahassee, Florida

Dr. Phyllis Reaves
Florida A&M University
President-Elect

Revenda Greene, PT, Ph.D.

Revenda Greene, PT, DPT, PhD
Associate Professor Howard University
Editor in Chief Journal of the National Society of Allied Health
Member, Board of Directors National Society of Allied Health

Revenda A Greene, PT, DPT, PhD is an Associate Professor at Howard University.  Currently, she is the Editor in Chief of the Journal of the National Society of Allied Health.  During her professional career, Dr. Greene has taught 25 years at Howard University and served as Chairperson of the Department of Physical Therapy.

Her community and professional service has included membership and service as an officer in the DC Physical Therapy Association.  Dr. Greene has received Distinguished Service Awards from the College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences at Howard University.

Dr. Greene has a Bachelor of Bachelor of Science and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Howard University in Washington, DC,  a Master of Health Services Administration from George Washington University in Washington, DC,  and a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Maryland at College Park.  Her clinical and research interests are in the areas of health disparities.

Angela Thomas-Davis, OTR/L, MPA, Ed.D

Immediate Past President
Alabama State University
Montgomery, Alabama

Mildred Fuller, MT (ASCP), Ph.D.

Treasurer
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, Virginia

Dr. Mildred K. Fuller is Vice Provost at Norfolk State University. She was formerly dean of the Graduate School, a professor of Medical Technology and Chair of the Department of Allied Health Professions at Norfolk State University. She holds the B.S. degree in Biology and Chemistry from North Carolina Central University, the Master of Education degree from Tuskegee University, and the Ph.D. degree in Urban/Health Services from Old Dominion University. She holds membership in the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS), American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), National Certifying Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NCA), American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), Review Board Member, Journal of Clinical Laboratory Science, National Society of Allied Health (NSAH) Board of Directors and Treasurer, and the Virginia State Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (VSSCLS).

She is a published author and the recipient of grant funding from the Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA); Virginia Department of Health Resource Mothers Program; the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia; and the U.S. Department of Education Title III. Her research interests include: teen pregnancy, sickle cell anemia, and the scholarship of teaching. Her honors at Norfolk State University include: Teacher of the Year Award (1995-96); Presidential Distinguished Service Award (2007), and the Commonwealth of Virginia Eminent Scholar Award (2008).

Dr. Saungaylia Randolph
Florida A&M University

Dr. Lovett Lowery

Dr. Lovett Osunde Lowery is an Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy and the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator for the Occupational Therapy Program at Alabama State University in Montgomery, AL. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy from the historical Tuskegee University, and later earned her Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy from Brenau University. Her doctoral capstone focused on the prevalence of fragmented care amongst transitional care and emphasized the importance of care transition programs and interprofessional communication throughout the discharge process. Dr. Lowery engages in various research and scholarly activities, including serving as a principal investigator and faculty research advisor, book chapter collaborator, book and chapter reviewer. Her teaching and research interests include care continuity, interprofessional team education, occupational and social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion, health disparities, geriatrics, productive aging, healthcare ethics, and clinical education.

Dr. Lowery’s career as an occupational therapist, spans over twenty years, with eighteen years of experience in clinical practice. Clinically, she has practiced in a variety of treatment settings, providing therapy with a focus in physical dysfunction, neuro-rehabilitation, sensory integration, mental health, and cognitive rehabilitation for the adult population. Professionally, she is nationally certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), and is licensed by the state of Alabama. She is active in professional organizations and is a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), Alabama Occupational Therapy Association (ALOTA), National Black Occupational Therapy Caucus (NBOTC), the National Society of Allied Health (NSAH). She currently serves as a Board of Director- Member at Large for the NSAH, Chair of the NSAH’s Scholarship Committee, and member for
ALOTA’s D.E.I committee. In addition, Dr. Lowery is active within her university and serves on various committees in the College of Health Sciences and the Department of Occupational Therapy, and is the chair of the Clinical Education Committee.

Civically, Dr. Lowery works diligently in her community and church, and is known for her cheerful spirit and willingness to serve. Along with worshiping God, Dr. Lowery enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and supporting her favorite sports’ teams. She is a devoted wife to her husband, Frederick Lowery, and mother to their daughter, Kenadi, and sons, Tyric and Joseph.

Revenda Greene, PT, Ph.D.

Revenda Greene, PT, DPT, PhD
Associate Professor Howard University
Editor in Chief Journal of the National Society of Allied Health
Member, Board of Directors National Society of Allied Health

Revenda A Greene, PT, DPT, PhD is an Associate Professor at Howard University.  Currently, she is the Editor in Chief of the Journal of the National Society of Allied Health.  During her professional career, Dr. Greene has taught 25 years at Howard University and served as Chairperson of the Department of Physical Therapy.

Her community and professional service has included membership and service as an officer in the DC Physical Therapy Association.  Dr. Greene has received Distinguished Service Awards from the College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences at Howard University.

Dr. Greene has a Bachelor of Bachelor of Science and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Howard University in Washington, DC,  a Master of Health Services Administration from George Washington University in Washington, DC,  and a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Maryland at College Park.  Her clinical and research interests are in the areas of health disparities.

Dr. Kevin Jackson

Norfolk State University

Dr. Bryan Gere

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Dr. Batrina Martin

Norfolk State University

Charlene Portee, PT, PhD, FAAPT

Alabama State University
Montgomery, Alabama

Dr. Portee is currently the Dean of the College of Health Sciences, and a Tenured, Associate Professor in the Physical Therapy program at Alabama State University. She has served as the Founding Director of the Physical Therapist Assistant Programs at Chattahoochee and West Georgia Technical Colleges and as an Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy at North Georgia College and State University (now, North Georgia University), where she was the Director of Clinical Education. Dr. Portee was also the Director of Rehabilitation Services at Haralson Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and the President of the first black-owned independent physical therapy contract service in Georgia. Additionally, she was a Physical Therapy instructor at Georgia State University and a staff physical therapist at Crawford Long Hospital in Atlanta, GA.

Dr. Portee completed her Ph.D. in Health Administration/Physical Therapy at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy and her Master of Science Degree in Exercise Science from Georgia State University in Atlanta, GA, and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biology from Fisk University in Nashville, TN. Dr. Portee’s research areas have included cultural competence, health disparities, health promotion, professional behaviors, and women’s health. Dr. Portee has served the profession of Physical Therapy for nearly 40 years. She is a charter member and Fellow of the American Academy of Physical Therapy (AAPT). Dr. Portee served as a member of the AAPT’s executive committee for over 30 years, including the office of President for nine years. A few of her other professional activities have included being a member of the Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy for 14 years, including two terms as President and member of the Education Committee for the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. She has served on various committees and in many leadership roles in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

Dr. Portee was elected to the APTA’s Nominating Committee and appointed to the APTA’s Judicial Committee, and served as the Chair for each of those committees. She served on the Central Panel of the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, the APTA task force for the revision of the code of ethics documents, and she was a student member of the Advisory Council on Minority Affairs, which established the APTA’s Minority Scholarship Fund and the Minority Scholarship Award for Academic Excellence. Dr. Portee was Vice President and Chapter Delegate for the Physical Therapy Association of Georgia (now, APTA-GA). She is a member of the Health Policy and Administration, Education, and Sports Sections of the APTA. Dr. Portee is also involved in multiple civic and public service activities, including Board member of the Georgia/International Partners of the Americas and an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Ebony McHaskell

Mildred Fuller, MT (ASCP), Ph.D.

Treasurer
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, Virginia

Dr. Mildred K. Fuller is Vice Provost at Norfolk State University. She was formerly dean of the Graduate School, a professor of Medical Technology and Chair of the Department of Allied Health Professions at Norfolk State University. She holds the B.S. degree in Biology and Chemistry from North Carolina Central University, the Master of Education degree from Tuskegee University, and the Ph.D. degree in Urban/Health Services from Old Dominion University. She holds membership in the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS), American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), National Certifying Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NCA), American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), Review Board Member, Journal of Clinical Laboratory Science, National Society of Allied Health (NSAH) Board of Directors and Treasurer, and the Virginia State Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (VSSCLS).

She is a published author and the recipient of grant funding from the Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA); Virginia Department of Health Resource Mothers Program; the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia; and the U.S. Department of Education Title III. Her research interests include: teen pregnancy, sickle cell anemia, and the scholarship of teaching. Her honors at Norfolk State University include: Teacher of the Year Award (1995-96); Presidential Distinguished Service Award (2007), and the Commonwealth of Virginia Eminent Scholar Award (2008).

Dr. Chino Ingram

Winston-Salem State University

Mary Simmons, RRT, MPH, Ph.D.

Institutional Representative for Florida A&M University
Florida A&M University
Tallahassee, Florida

Mary Simmons, Ph.D., MPH, RRT serves as an Associate Professor and Director at Florida A & M University.  In that capacity, she is responsible for the overall function of the Cardiopulmonary Science (CPS) program in the School of Allied Health Sciences, the Division of Cardiopulmonary Sciences.  Dr. Simmons is a graduate of Florida A&M University at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Her undergraduate degree is in respiratory therapy in which she remains an active practitioner and contributor to the field.   Her master degree focused on community and public health with an interest in occupational health. Dr. Simmons completed her doctorate degree at Walden University in Community Health.

Dr. Simmons research background includes: Obesity and Drug Use among Adolescents, HIV/AIDS-What’s your Status, and The Harmful Effects of Tobacco on the Respiratory System.  Dr. Simmons has served as the chair of the local chapter of the American Lung Association, where she was responsible for conducting research and fund raising for individuals who suffer from lung diseases.

Dr. Simmons is a member of the American Association for Respiratory Care, the Florida Society for Respiratory Care, the National Society of Allied Health Sciences and the Tallahassee Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, Inc.  She is married to Craig Simmons and they have one child, Jazmyne Simmons.

Dr. Jannett Lewis-Clark
Tuskegee University