BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Patrick Rogers LCSW, MBA

Chairman
Clinical Director Behavioral Health Services, Nevada Health Centers

Robert Kidd

Vice Chair

Secretary/Treasurer
President/ CEO Perry Foundation

Amy Stephenson, BS, MBA, CPM

Secretary/Treasurer

Nancy Kuhles M.S. CCC-SLP, ASHA Fellow

Nevada Speech-Language-Hearing Association

Jennifer Carson, Ph.D.

Clinical Associate Professor, Director, Dementia Engagement, Education and Research Program

Trent Mahler, LCSW

AHEC Scholar Alumni

Premier Performance, LLC

Healing Minds, LLC / Clinical Therapist

Stacy Gomez

AHEC Scholar

Bachelors in Public Health, Minor in Spanish Literature

Stanisha Pryor

Certified Community Health Worker, Certified Doula, Licensed P&C Producer

Foundever, Mother’s Touch Doula Collective LLC

Maricres S. Crisler

FirstMed Health and Wellness

Senior Director of Clinic Operations

Empower Change. Strengthen Healthcare. Build Communities.

At High Sierra AHEC, the Board of Directors is instrumental in driving meaningful change within Nevada’s healthcare landscape. Board members guide initiatives that expand access to quality care, strengthen the healthcare workforce, and support programs that empower underserved communities. With their unique skills and perspectives, the Board helps ensure that High Sierra AHEC’s efforts create a lasting impact where it’s needed most.

Are you passionate about making a difference in healthcare? High Sierra AHEC is looking for dedicated, visionary leaders to join our Board of Directors.

Are you passionate about improving healthcare and empowering communities?

We are seeking visionary leaders to join our Board of Directors. As a board member, you will play a crucial role in guiding High Sierra AHEC’s mission and shaping the future of healthcare education, workforce development, and community health initiatives across Nevada.

What We’re Looking For:

A strong commitment to AHEC’s mission of expanding healthcare access and strengthening the healthcare workforce.

Experience in healthcare, education, or community development (all relevant backgrounds are welcome).

A passion for improving healthcare and a desire to contribute skills and expertise to drive meaningful change.

Contact us today at operations@highsierraahec.org to learn more about becoming a board member and how you can contribute to building a healthier, more equitable future for all Nevadans.