CHCS Perspectives Winter 2014

PERSPECTIVES • WINTER 2014 – Page 22 Cardiopulmonary Sciences Cardiovascular Sonography Medical Sonography Cardiopulmonary Sciences West Palm Beach Lisa Farach, M.S., is serving as director of clin- ical education and assistant professor for the new Department of Cardiopulmonary Sciences at NSU’s regional campus in Palm Beach Gardens. She has worked in the health care field for over 20 years and holds credentials as a registered respira- tory therapist and registered nurse as well as a Master of Science degree in Higher Education Leadership from Florida International University. She previously worked at Broward College for 15 years as an instructor and clinical director. As the department’s director of clinical educa- tion, Farach will be tasked with recruiting and maintaining clinic sites for the Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy (B.S.R.T.) first-professional program as well as classroom and lab instruction. In addition, she is actively involved in developing and teaching courses in the online B.S.R.T. com- pletion program. NSU offers the only B.S.R.T. program in the state of Florida and one of only 55 in the country. Farach believes this presents a great opportunity for our students pursuing an advanced level of education and supports the growth of the profession to a higher standard. By Terri Taylor, B.S., Administrative Coordinator Cardiopulmonary Sciences, West Palm Beach Lisa Farach