President-Elect

Philip Fizur | Curriculum Vitae

I am honored to submit my candidacy for President of the Association of Psychologists in Academic Health Centers (APAHC). I currently serve as Lead Psychologist for Integrated Primary and Specialty Psychological Services at Cooper University Health Care in Camden, New Jersey, and as Assistant Professor of Medicine at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU), where I direct Psychosocial Education and oversee our health psychology postdoctoral fellowship. These roles have enabled me to bridge clinical, educational, and research domains, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and advancing the role of health psychology in the care of traditionally underserved populations. My leadership experience within APAHC has been extensive. I have served in multiple appointed board roles, including Co-Chair of the Early Career Psychologist and Conference Planning Committees, as well as Web Editor and Technical Liaison. Additionally, I have held leadership positions within the Society of Behavioral Medicine and the Society for Health Psychology (APA Division 38), and have contributed to regional initiatives through my work as president of PENDELDOT (a NJ, NY, PA, DE pre-doctoral training consortium) and local leadership at Cooper and CMSRU. Since joining APAHC in 2017, the organization has served as my professional home, providing a collegial and enriching environment. As President, I would work to preserve and strengthen this sense of community while promoting growth through increased membership and broader representation across all sub-disciplines of health psychology. It is imperative that all members feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to help shape the future of our field. My diverse experience across clinical, academic, and leadership settings has prepared me to serve as an advocate for health psychologists and a steward for the continued growth of APAHC. I would feel deeply privileged to contribute to the organization's ongoing success. Thank you for your consideration.

John Yozwiak | Curriculum Vitae

Nomination provided by William Robiner, Ph.D. - I am writing to nominate John Yozwiak, Ph.D. for President-Elect of the Association of Psychologists in Academic Health Centers (APAHC). He currently serves effectively as APAHC Secretary. He trained at the University of Kentucky and then at the University of Wisconsin and Stanford University medical schools. He has been on the faculty of medical schools at the University of Minnesota and University of Kentucky, where he is currently Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics. Dr. Yozwiak’s diverse APAHC leadership experiences give him deep knowledge of APAHC and understanding of member needs, making him a strong candidate for President-Elect. His nearly 20-year history with APAHC reflects sustained enthusiasm and commitment as well as his passion for addressing issues concerning AHC psychologists. He has been active in APAHC since 2007. His service to APAHC began as a program reviewer for the poster session at the 2009 APAHC Conference and continued in the following two Conferences. He became more intricately involved as Co-Chair of the 2017 and 2019 APAHC Conferences. Dr. Yozwiak served as Associate Chair and then Co-Chair of the APAHC Research Committee from 2013 to 2023. He still serves on this committee. He has coauthored four articles in the Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings (JCPMS), and has co-authored many other peer reviewed papers and chapters. He serves as a JCPMS reviewer and was guest editor for a special issue. As APAHC Secretary, he has gained additional experience on the APAHC Board and has further refined his leadership skills. Dr. Yozwiak’s diverse leadership experiences, collegiality, conscientiousness, attention to detail, and organizational skills make him an ideal candidate. He is willing to be nominated. He is excited for an opportunity to expand his service to APAHC. Please feel free to contact me with any questions.

Secretary

Jessica Hamilton | Curriculum Vitae

I am currently an Associate Professor and Licensed Psychologist at the University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC). I completed my APA-accredited internship at KUMC in 2013, followed by a Clinical Health Psychology Fellowship with a focus on psycho-oncology, which I completed in 2014. After completing my fellowship, I was appointed to a faculty position in an academic medical center as an Assistant Professor on the clinical-scholar track in August 2014. In 2016 I was named the Director of Psychodiagnostic Evaluations for Medical Interventions (PEMI) while concurrently continuing my clinical practice at our National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Accredited Cancer Center. I was promoted to Associate Professor in July of 2020. In addition to my academic health psychologist role, I am deeply involved in professional activities at the local, state, and national levels. My involvement in these professional societies, combined with my role in academic medicine, fosters my commitment to ongoing professional development. I am actively engaged in clinical supervision, research mentorship, and teaching. I supervise psychology trainees at all levels, including externs, interns, and postdoctoral fellows, in both psycho-oncology and PEMI. I also provide psychotherapy supervision for psychiatry residents during their third year of residency and addiction psychiatry fellows. Throughout these supervisory and leadership roles, I also have the opportunity to teach others about clinical health psychology and the integral role of health psychologists in multidisciplinary teams in academic medicine. As the secretary I hope to further understand and contribute to the field of psychology in academic medicine.

Antú Segal | Curriculum Vitae

Dr. Antú Segal has worked as an embedded clinical health psychologist within large AHCs since completing a health psychology fellowship in 2016. She is board certified in clinical health psychology. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Segal is the Director of the Health Psychology Practicum Program at Henry Ford Health with additional active engagement in training with pre-doctoral interns and post-doctoral fellows, as well as 3rd year psychiatry residents. Qualifications specific to serving on a board of directors include the following: Dr. Segal served as President to the Michigan Psychological Association (MPA). She also served as Interim Program Committee Chair and Communications Committee Chair for the MPA. She has continued her commitment to MPA as an ECP Committee member. She currently serves as Member-At-Large (MAL) for APAHC and is the APAHC representative to the Clinical Health Psychology Specialty Council. Dr. Segal has enjoyed her time as APAHC MAL, working on various projects, and welcomes the opportunity to further serve APAHC and its members as APAHC Secretary.

Representative to APA Division 12

Sheila Dowd | Curriculum Vitae

I have been a member of APAHC for many years, serving on the Research Committee since 2019. I would like to nominate myself for the role of Representative of Division 12. I find APAHC’s work to be the most relevant to my experiences and address the complexities of my work. I would like to join the board to contribute to an organization that has created a valued community of psychologists in health centers. I have been a health psychologist in an academic medical center for the entirety of my career. The three foundational pillars embraced by AHCs: Clinical Care, Education and Research have been the focus of my work. I began as a clinical researcher and contributed to the development of novel interventions for depression and anxiety. As an educator, I focused on teaching Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to psychiatry residents, becoming an Associate Training Director for many years. Other administrative roles have included directing an ambulatory clinic, running a Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation outpatient clinic and becoming the chief of psychology. Most recently I have moved into a leadership role at Rush, and I am even more aware of the challenges facing medicine and particularly those for allied health services. I have learned the importance of communication and collaboration. It would be an honor to represent APAHC at the Division 12 meetings and foster communication with the Society of Clinical Psychology.

Leila Islam | Curriculum Vitae

I echo others as I identify APAHC as my professional academic “home” – one I was delighted to be welcomed into while on internship. I went on to serve as chair of the Early Career Committee and was fortunate enough to co-chair the ECBCs in 2017 and 2019, and the first ever virtual ECBC in 2021, during which applications to and size of the boot camps increased significantly. I served as Member-at-Large from 2021 to 2023 and currently serve as one of the chairs of the APAHC Mid-Career Bootcamp. I feel even more dedicated than ever to APAHC’s leadership, service, and advocacy - essential work given the current climate. Throughout my years of the Board, I also was a proud member of APA’s Society of Clinical Psychology – Division 12 and I see evolving opportunities for our shared membership and psychology in AHCs overall. I would be honored to serve as the APAHC representative to Division 12 and feel poised to join the board in this liaison role. Currently, I am a clinical health psychologist, associate professor and program director of the clinical health psychology postdoctoral fellowship at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) SOM. I received my doctoral degree from VCU and completed internship and fellowship at VA Connecticut Healthcare System and Yale University. After several years as director of behavioral science for a family medicine residency, I “boomeranged” back to VCU where I enjoy working in clinical care, research, teaching, and fellowship administration, as well as hospital-wide efforts focused on interprofessional education. I have served in other national roles, including receiving a presidential citation for SfHP (Division 38) taskforce work, and hope to have the opportunity to use such experience, my previous eight years on the Board, and my strong communication skills to continue to promote the mission of APAHC.

Joey Yost | Curriculum Vitae

Nomination provided by Donna LaPaglia, Ph.D.: It is a privilege to nominate Dr. Joey Yost for the position of Division 12 Representative for APAHC. Dr. Yost is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, where she works in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She holds key leadership roles, including Director of the Behavioral Emergency Response Team, Co-Director of the Behavioral Medicine Consultation-Liaison Service, and Assistant Director of Threat Assessment. Dr. Yost has been an active member of the APAHC Board of Directors since 2018. Initially serving as the Chair of the Social Media Committee, she has most recently taken on the role of Division 12 Representative for APAHC. Throughout her tenure, Dr. Yost has contributed to several key APAHC Committees, including the Conference Planning Committee, Early Career Boot Camp Planning Committee, and the Education and Training Committee. Additionally, she serves on the Editorial Board for the Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings, APAHC’s official journal. Dr. Yost is deeply committed to the success of APA's Division 12, where she currently serves as the 2026 Society of Clinical Society (Division 12) Conference Co-Chair. Her prior experience as the Division 12 Conference Programming Co-Chair for both APA 2023 and 2024 further demonstrates her dedication. As Division 12 Representative for APAHC, I believe that Dr. Yost would continue to foster and strengthen the relationship between APAHC and Division 12, working diligently to identify new opportunities for collaboration and growth. I wholeheartedly support her candidacy for Division 12 Representative.

Member-At-Large

Angela Adger-Antonikowski | Curriculum Vitae

As a dedicated psychologist in an academic health center, I am honored to be considered for the position of Member-at-Large for the Association of Psychologists in Academic Health Centers (APAHC). My passion for integrating psychology into medical settings, commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, and leadership experience make me well suited for this role. With extensive experience in academic health centers, I understand the complexities of balancing clinical care, research, education, and administration. My career has been defined by a commitment to advancing psychology’s role in healthcare, ensuring that mental health is recognized as a critical component of patient care. I have worked closely with medical teams to integrate psychological services into treatment plans, demonstrating the value of psychologists in academic medicine. Additionally, my leadership roles have provided me with the skills to advocate for psychologists in these settings. I have been actively involved in mentoring early-career psychologists, developing training programs, and fostering an inclusive, collaborative environment. I have also contributed to research initiatives that highlight the importance of behavioral health interventions in medical care, further solidifying the essential role of psychologists in academic health centers. As a Member-at-Large, I would work to promote the professional development of psychologists in these settings, advocate for policies that support integrated care, and foster networking opportunities to strengthen our field. I am committed to ensuring that APAHC remains a resource for psychologists navigating the challenges and opportunities within academic health centers. I am excited about the opportunity to contribute my experience, leadership, and passion to APAHC and to work alongside colleagues who share a vision for advancing psychology in healthcare. I welcome the chance to represent and support my fellow psychologists in this vital field.

Steve Caloudas | Curriculum Vitae

I am an Assistant Professor at Baylor College of Medicine and a Licensed Psychologist, completing my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Houston and completing predoctoral internship at the University of Missouri – Columbia Counseling Center, where I received specialized training in providing outreach and psychoeducation to students, faculty, and staff. I also completed a V.A. Advanced Fellowship in Health Professions Education, Evaluation, and Research (HPEER) and received focused training in quality improvement, implementation science, and programmatic evaluation As Director of Integrated Student Support (DISCO) in the School of Medicine, I am responsible for the design, implementation, and evaluation of holistic support for undergraduate medical students (UME). I lead our team to offer programming longitudinally from pre-matriculation through the various milestones of UME medical education. Partnering closely with leadership and key stakeholders throughout the School of Medicine, I support the mission of the institution and ensure that the program is closely aligned with institutional and student needs. I am very excited about the potential opportunity of serving as Member-At-Large for the Association of Psychologists in Academic Health Centers. Although I have been fortunate to serve on institutional committees, the opportunity to collaborate with and support other psychologists across academic health centers would be especially meaningful for me. Thank you for your consideration and please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions.

Brittany Houston | Curriculum Vitae

I am honored to apply for the Member-At-Large position with the Association of Psychologists in Academic Health Centers (APAHC). Since my fourth year in doctoral training, I have worked with integrated teams in Family Medicine Residencies, contributing to clinical care, research, and the education of learners across disciplines. My experience in academic settings—through my doctoral program, internship, post-doctoral fellowship, and professional career—enables me to connect with APAHC members at all levels of training. I benefited from the early career boot camp and aim to continue linking members to valuable resources in this role. As Behavioral Science Director for the UT Austin Dell Medical School Family Residency Program and Assistant Professor in the Population Health Department, I work to implement systemic changes at both the program and departmental levels. In my role as curriculum chair, I use my skills as a psychologist to facilitate faculty and resident feedback to improve educational experiences. I also collaborate with the Clinical Competency and Resident Selection Committees to revise evaluation structures, promote standardization, and encourage equity. In my previous role as Graduate Medical Education Wellness Chair, I led a multidisciplinary team to evaluate processes, network with programs, and disseminate helpful resources. I intend to apply my expertise in team collaboration, program evaluation, and project management to lead effectively on an APAHC task force. Additionally, my leadership roles in the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine, the American Psychological Association, and the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association have strengthened my ability to represent program values and goals to both members and external organizations. I am committed to serving as Member-At-Large in APAHC if elected. Thank you for your consideration.

Mary Jankowski | Curriculum Vitae

I am Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Lead Psychologist and Director of Dartmouth Trauma Interventions Research Center in the Department of Psychiatry at Dartmouth Health (DH). I first learned of APAHC in 2016 when everyone in the Department of Psychiatry was fired from Geisel School of Medicine and was hired by DH the next. I had not thought much about my professional identity until I learned that we were the first psychologists the institution had hired.  Since then, I have passionately educated and advocated for psychologists within DH.   My interest in becoming a Member-At-Large primarily stems from my role as Discipline Lead throughout DH, overseeing ~ 35 psychologists working in diverse settings including medical departments, state hospital and private practice. I have spent my career as a clinician educator and researcher, with a focus on improving quality and access to care for youth with behavioral health needs, and at risk and trauma- affected children, youth and families.   My work has served to enhance care for this population across multiple sectors from primary care to community-based settings. I have led and evaluated large federally funded projects that translate research into action and contribute to the understanding of individual practice, as well as larger system change, including creating more trauma informed cultures within health care. My work blends intervention research, program development and evaluation, implementation science, as well as training and consultation across diverse organizations and systems.  I always have maintained a small clinical practice and have taught didactics and provided supervision and mentorship to medical students, psychiatry residents and psychology trainees for 20+ years.  I believe that my expertise based on these diverse roles and many years of experience would bring value to the APAHC Board and the experience of serving would enhance my effectiveness as a leader within my institution.

DEIB Representative

Jonathan Blassingame | Curriculum Vitae

I am writing to express my enthusiastic interest in serving as the inaugural Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Representative on the APAHC Board of Directors. As a psychologist in academic medicine with a deep commitment to inclusive and equitable practices, I am honored by the opportunity to help shape this new role and support APAHC in leading with values of justice and belonging. Throughout my career, I have prioritized advancing the needs of historically marginalized communities in both clinical and institutional settings. I developed and implemented an evidence-based intensive outpatient program tailored to individuals with complex presentations, including trauma, suicidality, and personality disorders—populations often affected by structural inequities. In academic medicine, I’ve advocated for policies that address systemic barriers to care and professional development for minoritized faculty, trainees, and patients. My leadership experience includes serving on committees focused on equity-driven policy reform, cultural humility in supervision and training, and interdisciplinary consultation to address bias in healthcare delivery. I’ve also crafted public statements and developed trainings on anti-racism, inclusive language, and systemic accountability. These experiences have equipped me to foster collaborative, actionable change and help APAHC deepen its commitment to DEIB. I am especially energized by the opportunity to guide strategic initiatives in partnership with the Committee on Justice, Equity, Diversity, Disparities, and Inclusion. I believe I can offer thoughtful leadership to both the committee and the Board of Directors in developing and sustaining efforts that promote equity-informed leadership, reduce barriers to belonging, and amplify the voices of those historically excluded from leadership and decision-making. Thank you for considering my application. I would be honored to serve APAHC in this vital role and help advance a culture where DEIB is not only valued but actively operationalized across academic health centers.

Ronn Johnson | Curriculum Vitae

Nomination provided by Lindsay Smart, Ph.D.: I am pleased to nominate Dr. Ronn Johnson for the inaugural position of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Representative. Having worked alongside Dr. Johnson for the past three years as co-chairs of the Justice, Equity, Diversity, Disparities & Inclusion Committee, I am confident in his leadership and dedication to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Dr. Johnson’s expertise, commitment, and leadership have been instrumental in the success of our committee. Under our joint leadership, we developed response letters after national justice incidents and facilitated DEI resources for APHAC colleagues. He also co-organized a town hall supporting colleagues in Florida and Texas amid anti-DEI actions. His contributions have been crucial in aligning these initiatives with APHAC’s mission. Dr. Johnson is a two-tiered licensed psychologist and board-certified in clinical and group psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). He serves on both ABPP specialty boards and is a member of the National Registry of Health Providers in Psychology. He has also authored works on mental health for veterans and military families, providing culturally competent insights. Currently, Dr. Johnson is a tenured professor at Creighton Medical School and holds joint appointments as Director of Interprofessional Education and Senior Associate Dean for Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging. His leadership at Creighton and his national DEI work make him an ideal candidate for this role. I have confirmed with Dr. Johnson that he is willing to serve if elected. I strongly support Dr. Johnson’s nomination for Chair and am confident his leadership will continue to drive impactful change within the APHAC community.

Gabriel Núñez | Curriculum Vitae

Given our current sociopolitical culture, it is important for me to continue aligning myself with organizations that support same mission and commitment to providing equal opportunities to all despite their backgrounds. Although I have had experience working with diverse populations in various settings, the thread that strings my work together has been my commitment to underserved populations. I ask that in my review of my work, you consider my self-nomination for DEIB Representative. In graduate school, as the Diversity Scholarship recipient, I trained in bilingual services and obtained the “Psychological Service for Spanish-speaking Populations” certificate.On internship, I was in the CHISTE program for bilingual supervision and training working with monolingual Spanish-speakers. My internship with the Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles/USC had a special focus on helping children with developmental disabilities and their families. I also helped with research on novel interventions and provided therapy to trans youth in Adolescent Medicine. On fellowship, I formulated a needs assessment and developed a bilingual program for Latinx children struggling with weight-management and obesity. In this same fellowship, I provided supervision in Spanish for LPC-I candidates and psychology interns. During the pandemic, I worked as a Consulting Psychologist on program evaluation and development for the South Carolina Department of Corrections, with efforts to expand mental health services in their state prisons. Currently, I work as a pediatric psychologist/Assistant Professor with Baylor College of Medicine. My plan is to develop a Spanish-speaking clinic and training program for psychology trainees. Overall, I ask that you consider me for DEIB representative as I look forward to working with like-minded individuals and creating equal opportunities for diverse people and ideas in our discipline. If elected, I am ready to innovate and work to make this a successful first placement in this elected position.