IPE Committee Members

Interprofessional Educational Committee Members

Amy Blue

Amy Blue PhD

Associate Vice President; Clinical Professor
Department: Office of Interprofessional Education
Phone: (352) 273-8477
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Publications:
Kim Dunleavy

Kim Dunleavy PhD, PT, OCS

Clinical Professor & Director of Community Engagement
Department: HP-PHYSICAL THERAPY
Phone: (352) 273-6114
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Accomplishments:
  • Lucy Blair Service Award
    2025 · American Physical Therapy Association
  • Joe Finnell Distinguished Alumnus Award
    2024 · University of Central Arkansas
  • Representative American Council of Academic Physical Therapy Education
    2018-current · National Academies of Science, Medicine and Engineering – Global Forum on Innovation in Healthcare Education
  • Societal Impact Award
    2018 · American Physical Therapy Association
  • Distinguished Scholar Fellow
    2018 · National Academies of Practice
Certifications:
  • Board Certified Orthopaedic Specialist
    American Physical Therapy Association
Publications:
Education:
  • 2008
    PhD (Instructional Technology)
    Wayne State University
  • 1992
    MS (Phy)
    University of Cape Town
  • 1984
    Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy)
    University of Cape Town
Amara H Estrada

Amara H Estrada

Professor
Department: Small Animal Clinical Sciences
Phone: (352) 392-2235
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Accomplishments:
  • Distinguished Fellow
    2020 · National Academy of Practice
  • Council on Education
    2020 · American Association of Veterinary Medicine
  • “Thank Your Vet”
    2009 · Morris Animal Foundation
  • CE Cornelius Young Investigator Award
    2008 · UF College of Veterinary Medicine
  • Outstanding Young Alumni Award
    2006 · University of Florida
  • Faculty Superior Accomplishment Award
    2006 · University of Florida
  • Clinical Investigator Award
    2006 · Florida Association of Kennel Clubs
Certifications:
  • Board Certified Veterinary Cardiologist
    American College of Veterinary Medicine
Publications:
Education:
  • 2002
    Diplomate
    American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, subspecialty of Cardiology
  • 1999-2002
    Residency – Cardiology
    Cornell University
  • 1998-1999
    Internship – Small Animal Medicine and Surgery
    University of Tennessee
  • 1994-1998
    DVM – Veterinary Medicine
    University of Florida
  • 1989-1993
    BS – Zoology
    University of Florida
Heather E Harrell

Heather E Harrell M.D., F.A.C.P.

Associate Dean, Medical Education and Professor
Department: Department of Internal Medicine
Phone: (352) 273-7925
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Accomplishments:
  • Excellence in Teaching Award
    2015-2018 · University of Florida Department of Medicine
  • Exemplary Mentor Award
    2014 · University of Florida Department of Medicine
  • Golden Apple Award for Best Clinical Clerkship
    2010 · Society of Teaching Scholars
  • Louis N. Pangaro, MD, CDIM Educational Program Development Award
    2008 · University of Florida
  • Golden Apple Award for Best Clinical Clerkship
    2008 · Society of Teaching Scholars
  • Member
    2007-2019 · Best Doctors in America
  • Exemplary Teaching Award
    2006-2011 · UF College of Medicine
  • Golden Apple Award for Best Clinical Clerkship
    2004-2006 · Society of Teaching Scholars
  • Exemplary Teacher Award
    2003 · University of Florida College of Medicine
  • William Osler Award in Internal Medicine
    0000 · UF Internal Medicine
  • Outstanding Young Alumnus of the University of Florida
    0000 · University of Florida
  • John Gorrie Award
    0000 · UF College of Medicine
Certifications:
  • Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine
Publications:
Education:
  • 1998
    Residency – Internal Medicine
    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
  • 1995
    M.D.
    University of Florida
Amanda M House

Amanda M House

Associate Dean For Academic And Student Affairs; Professor
Department: Large Animal Clinical Sciences
Phone: (352) 294-4380
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Accomplishments:
  • Outstanding Graduate Teaching Award
    2005 · University of Georgia
  • Award for Excellence in Equine Medicine
    2001 · Tufts University
  • Auxiliary Award
    2001 · American Veterinary Medical Association
  • Academic Excellence Award
    2001 · Tufts School of Veterinary Medicine
  • Member
    2000 · Society of Phi Zeta
Certifications:
  • DACVIM (Large Animal)
    American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Education:
  • 2005
    Diplomate
    American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Large Animal
  • 2001
    Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
    Tufts University
  • 1997
    Bachelor of Science in Animal Science
    Cornell University
Carol A Motycka

Carol A Motycka Pharm.D., CHSE

Associate Dean For The Jacksonville Campus; Clinical Professor
Department: Pharmacy Education and Practice
Phone: (904) 244-9590
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Publications:
Education:
  • 1998
    Pharm.D.
    University of Florida College of Pharmacy
Patricia Pereira

Patricia Pereira DDS, PhD

Associate Dean for Academic Affairs; Program Director & Clinical Professor of Operative and Esthetic Dentistry
Department: DN-OPERATIVE DIVISION
Phone: (352) 273-5950
Mailing Address:
Education:
  • 2014
    Certificate in Prosthodontics
    Universidade de Patos de Minas
  • 2000
    Post doctoral Fellowship
    Tokyo Medical and Dental University
  • 1998
    PhD
    Tokyo Medical and Dental University
  • 1993
    DDS
    University of the Central Planalt
Caronne C C Rush

Caronne C C Rush MSM, M.Ed., Ed.S.

Assistant Director and Lecturer
Department: Office of Interprofessional Education
Phone: (352) 273-5320
Email: crush@ufl.edu
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Publications:
Catherine L Striley

Catherine L Striley PhD, MSW, MPE

Research Associate Professor
Department: Department of Epidemiology
Phone: (352) 273-5359
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Accomplishments:
  • PHHP Doctoral Mentor of the Year
    2019 · University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions
Certifications:
  • Academy of Certified Social Workers
    National Association of Social Workers
Publications:
Education:
  • 2004
    Master of Psychiatric Epidemiology
    Washington University School of Medicine
  • 2002
    Doctor of Philosophy/Social Work
    Brown School, Washington University in St. Louis
  • 1989
    Master of Social Work
    Brown School, Washington University in St. Louis
Karen Whalen

Karen Whalen Pharm.D., BCPS, FAPhA

Associate Dean for Professional Advancement and Assessment; Clinical Professor
Department: Pharmacy Education and Practice
Phone: (352) 273-9497
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Certifications:
  • Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist
    Board of Pharmacy Specialties
Publications:
Education:
  • 1995-1996
    Primary Care Pharmacy Residency
    James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital
  • 1994-1995
    Pharmacy Practice Residency
    Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital
  • 1994
    Pharm.D.
    University of Florida
Mary E Edwards

Mary E Edwards MLIS, EdD, AHIP-D

University Librarian
Department: LB-HSC – GENERAL
Phone: (352) 273-8421
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Accomplishments:
  • Lucretia W. McClure Excellence in Education Award
    2018 · Medical Library Association
  • Exemplary Instructional Programs or Services Award
    2017 · Florida Library Association
Publications:
Education:
  • 2011
    Doctor of Education, Curriculum and Instruction
    University of Florida
  • 2003
    Master of Arts in Library and Information Science
    University of South Florida
  • 2001
    Bachelor of Arts in History; Biology minor
    Mercer University
Eric F Egelund

Eric F Egelund Ph.D., Pharm.D.

Clinical Associate Professor
Department: Pharmacy Education and Practice
Phone: (904) 244-9876
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Accomplishments:
  • Exemplary Teaching Award
    2025 · University of Florida College of Pharmacy
Publications:
Education:
  • 2014
    Ph.D.
    University of Florida
  • 2009
    Pharm.D.
    University of Florida
  • 1997
    B.S.
    University of West Florida
Becky A Piazza

Becky A Piazza OTD, MS, OTR/L, BCPR

Clinical Assistant Professor
Department: HP-OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Phone: (352) 273-6096
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Accomplishments:
  • NEXUS IPE Leadership Academy Emerging Leaders Forum
    2026 · National Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education
  • Excellence in Teaching (2025 Summer)
    2025 · College of Public Health and Health Professions
  • Distinguished Fellow of the Occupational Therapy Academy
    2025 · National Academies of Practice (NAP)
  • Mentoring Program Cohort 2024/2025
    2024-2025 · American Interprofessional Health Collaborative
  • Excellence in Teaching (2024 Spring)
    2024 · University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions
  • Excellence in Teaching (2024 Fall)
    2024 · University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions
  • Excellence in Teaching (2023 Spring)
    2023 · University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions
  • Excellence in Teaching (2023 Fall)
    2023 · University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions
  • Career Influencer Faculty Award Nominee
    2023 · University of Florida Career Connections Center
  • Using Universal Design Certificate
    2022 · University of Florida Center for Teaching Excellence
  • Strategic Communications Academy
    2022 · University of Florida
  • Societal Statement co-author on Gun Violence and Community Violence (RACC)
    2022 · American Occupational Therapy Association
  • Great Teaching Certificate
    2021 · University of Florida Center for Teaching Excellence
  • Roster of Accreditation Evaluators (RAE)
    2020-2023 · Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
  • Sandra Edwards Colloquium Outstanding Clinical Contributions Award
    2019 · University of Florida
  • College of Public Health and Health Professions Dept. of Occupational Therapy Outstanding Alumni
    2019 · University of Florida
  • Adolescent Mental Health Ad Hoc committee
    2018 · Florida Occupational Therapy Association
  • Board Certification in Physical Rehabilitation (BCPR)
    2016 · American Occupational Therapy Association
  • Representative Assembly (RA) Florida Representative
    2015-2017 · American Occupational Therapy Association
  • Strategic Planning Mentor/Mentee Leadership Development committee
    2014-2018 · Florida Occupational Therapy Association
  • Distinct Value ad-hoc committee and Physical Rehabilitation sub-group
    2014-2015 · American Occupational Therapy Association
  • Florida Occupational Therapy Association’s (FOTA) Award of Recognition
    2014 · Florida Occupational Therapy Association
  • Award of Recognition
    2014 · Florida Occupational Therapy Association
  • North Central Florida Occupational Therapy Forum Cooridnator
    2013-2016 · Florida Occupational Therapy Association
  • FLOTEC Outstanding Fieldwork Educator of the Year
    2013 · Florida Occupational Therapy Education Consortium
Certifications:
  • Board Certification in Physical Rehabilitation
    American Occupational Therapy Association
Publications:
Education:
  • 2018
    Chatham University
    Post Professional Doctorate of Occupational Therapy
  • 2014
    San Jose State University
    Post Professional Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
  • 2001
    Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
    University of Florida
Lisa S Miller

Lisa S Miller Pharm.D., M.A., MSCP

Associate Dean for the Orlando Campus; Clinical Professor
Department: Pharmacy Education and Practice
Phone: (352) 273-0382
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Jodi Taylor

Jodi Taylor Pharm.D., BCCCP, FASHP

Assistant Dean for Curricular Affairs and Clinical Associate Professor
Department: Pharmacy Education and Practice
Phone: (352) 294-8426
Physical Address:
Melissa K Turley

Melissa K Turley PharmD, MPAS, PA-C

Clinical Assistant Professor
Department: MD-SCHOOL OF PA STUDIES – GEN
Phone: (352) 294-8150
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Publications: