Current Governing Council
President
Affiliate Representative to the Governing Council (ARGC)
Vice President and Secretary
Larry Selkow has over 40 years of experience as a community pharmacist. Prior to retiring from full time practice, he worked for Albertsons Companies in the Palm Springs area. He currently serves APHA as a member of the Science Board and Section Councilor for the Pharmacy Section.
SCPHA Goal: Develop and expand the SCPHA affiliate through
Larry Selkow has over 40 years of experience as a community pharmacist. Prior to retiring from full time practice, he worked for Albertsons Companies in the Palm Springs area. He currently serves APHA as a member of the Science Board and Section Councilor for the Pharmacy Section.
SCPHA Goal: Develop and expand the SCPHA affiliate through member engagement and community outreach. Work with the membership to promote the science of public health in Southern California.
Vice President and Secretary
Affiliate Representative to the Governing Council (ARGC)
Vice President and Secretary
Dr. Saran Tucker has over 25 years of experience in public health and healthcare, with a diverse background spanning public health policy contracting, leadership within managed care organizations, and driving quality improvement in hospital settings.She is currently leading Engagement and Data Enablement at Capella University, focusing on
Dr. Saran Tucker has over 25 years of experience in public health and healthcare, with a diverse background spanning public health policy contracting, leadership within managed care organizations, and driving quality improvement in hospital settings.She is currently leading Engagement and Data Enablement at Capella University, focusing on driving high impact practices to support student success and retention.Additionally, Dr. Tucker serves as a principal consultant at TDR Consulting, specializing in health equity.Her career reflects a steadfast commitment to advancing public health,healthcare standards, and inclusivity .
SCPHA Goal: Promote the field of public health, advance progress toward achieving health equity, and facilitate community engagement and collegiate connections.
Treasurer
Affiliate Representative to the Governing Council (ARGC)
Affiliate Representative to the Governing Council (ARGC)
Brianna Scott is an Epidemiologist for the City of Long Beach and a doctoral student at Loma Linda University, specializing in health education and epidemiology. With a strong passion for research and a commitment to humanitarian epidemiology, she dedicates her career to public health service. Brianna is focused on understanding and addre
Brianna Scott is an Epidemiologist for the City of Long Beach and a doctoral student at Loma Linda University, specializing in health education and epidemiology. With a strong passion for research and a commitment to humanitarian epidemiology, she dedicates her career to public health service. Brianna is focused on understanding and addressing health disparities to promote equity and improve the well-being of underserved communities.
SCPHA Goal: Promote the field of public health within underserved communities and provide a platform where members of underserved communities can express public health concerns.
Affiliate Representative to the Governing Council (ARGC)
Affiliate Representative to the Governing Council (ARGC)
Affiliate Representative to the Governing Council (ARGC)
Dr. Dominick Sturz is a Professor of Public Health and Assistant Dean for the Area of Health and Social Sciences at California Baptist University, Division of Online and Professional Studies. Prior to academia, he worked in pharmaceuticals for Merck & Co. and Johnson & Johnson.
SCPHA Goal: Explore potential for strengthening partnerships and promote SCPHA engagement opportunities.
Member-at-Large: Membership & Section Development
Member-at Large: Membership and Section Development
Member-at-Large: Membership & Section Development
Loan Nguyen-Pryor is a Registered Nurse with a Masters in Nursing and Public Health. She is passionate about preventative, population-based health and believes that healthcare starts in the community by addressing social determinants of health. She has 12+ years of experience in the inpatient acute pediatric care setting. Currently, she
Loan Nguyen-Pryor is a Registered Nurse with a Masters in Nursing and Public Health. She is passionate about preventative, population-based health and believes that healthcare starts in the community by addressing social determinants of health. She has 12+ years of experience in the inpatient acute pediatric care setting. Currently, she is a nurse educator and teaches community health nursing at CSULB and CSUDH.
SCPHA Goal: Harness the skills and vision of those committed to the mission of Public Health to enhance health equity and social justice.
Member-at-Large: Professional Development
Member-at Large: Membership and Section Development
Member-at-Large: Membership & Section Development
Amber Valenzuela has over six years of experience within the field of public health. She has a passion for research and community involvement around public health-related issues.
SCPHA Goal: Become more deeply involved within the field of public health to better serve the community she lives in as well as the community at-large.
Member-at-Large: Professional Development
Member-at Large: Membership and Section Development
Member-at Large: Membership and Section Development
Nabila Alam is an MPH graduate with a focus in behavioral and community health.
SCPHA Goal: Develop more opportunities for our members to engage with the association and community.
Member-at Large: Membership and Section Development
Member-at Large: Membership and Section Development
Member-at Large: Membership and Section Development
Marissa Brash, DrPH, EdD, MPH, MS, CPH, is the Department Chair and a Professor in the CEPH‑accredited MPH program at Azusa Pacific University. A board-certified public health professional with 15+ years of leadership experience, she holds graduate degrees in epidemiology, biostatistics, neuroeducation, and human genetics. Her work advanc
Marissa Brash, DrPH, EdD, MPH, MS, CPH, is the Department Chair and a Professor in the CEPH‑accredited MPH program at Azusa Pacific University. A board-certified public health professional with 15+ years of leadership experience, she holds graduate degrees in epidemiology, biostatistics, neuroeducation, and human genetics. Her work advances health equity through research on epigenetics, disaster preparedness, and food insecurity. Nationally, Dr. Brash is Mentorship, Membership Engagement, and Social Chair for APHA’s PHEHP Section.
SCPHA Goal: Expand SCPHA’s membership and engagement by fostering meaningful connections between public health professionals, students, and organizations by developing strategic initiatives to enhance section collaboration, promote professional growth, and ensure a strong, diverse, and active membership base