Overview
Allison Apaza is an Assistant Teaching Educator. Allison holds an MPH in Healthcare Administration and Policy from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, and is a Certified Professional Coder with a background in non-profit leadership and community services management. Allison brings over a decade of experience in healthcare administration, technical writing, and healthcare education.
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Allison's academic interests center on public health, healthcare administration, and nonprofit leadership. With a focus on equipping future leaders, she specializes in areas such as healthcare systems, public health policy, and social sector leadership. Her expertise also extends to health information systems, medical coding, and standards for public health accreditation. Through her roles in teaching and curriculum development, Allison is committed to fostering a deep understanding of how technology, policy, and ethical decision-making intersect to impact patient care and community health.
Allison鈥檚 teaching interests are rooted in developing future leaders in healthcare and public health. She is passionate about guiding students in understanding healthcare systems, policy analysis, and ethical decision-making within the public health sector. Allison emphasizes a practical, systems-thinking approach in her courses, encouraging students to connect classroom learning with real-world challenges. With a focus on healthcare administration, nonprofit management, and public health standards, she aims to equip students with the critical skills needed for impactful careers in health and social service fields.
Allison brings a decade of experience in higher education and a strong background in emergency social services, international public health, juvenile mental health and nonprofit management, with a particular focus on advocating for vulnerable youth in Kansas. Her work in both education and social services reflects a commitment to supporting and empowering at-risk populations through leadership, advocacy, and community engagement.