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Meet the ASU Health Services Team

Our Accreditation

ASU Health Services (Tempe, Downtown Phoenix, Polytechnic, West, Tempe-SDFC, and Tempe-SDA) is fully accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). This certification is at the highest level (three year certification) and recognizes our commitment to high quality medical care in the areas of quality improvement and quality of care provided, clinical records, laboratory and x-ray services and health education.

Our Vision

To be the national model of higher education health care delivery and an integral part of the New American University.

Our Mission

The mission of ASU Health Services is to provide high quality health care that is accessible, affordable and compassionate in order to ensure the well-being and educational success of students at Arizona State University. Through our internal and external academic partnerships, the ASU Health Services faculty and staff are an integral part of the New American University.

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Commitment to inclusion

ASU Health Services embraces the culture of our community and values the broad representation present among our student body, including culture, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, religion, students with military experience, and students with disabilities. We respect and appreciate each student's unique history. We are committed to meeting each individual where they are and providing a safe and welcoming atmosphere that is sensitive to all students.

Consistent with our commitment to ensuring a welcoming, respectful, and effective experience for all students, all ASU Health Services staff are committed to lifelong professional development and training to ensure cutting-edge practice and cultural competence. Safezone and Dreamzone trainings are required for all staff. Each Health Services provider also has additional advanced training and experience in issues facing diverse university students and work at ASU due to their deep commitment to their personal well-being and academic goals of all students.

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Meet the Team

 

Leadership Team


Aaron Krasnow

Aaron Krasnow, Ph.D.
Associate Vice President/Director

Dr. Aaron Krasnow provides administrative leadership for the ASU Health Services and ASU Counseling Services for all campus locations. Dr. Krasnow began his career at Arizona State University in 2003 as a staff psychologist at ASU Counseling. He has served in a number of capacities in various departments at ASU, including clinic manager, assistant director, clinical director, associate director, Dean of Students (Polytechnic Campus), and now as Associate Vice President. He is an Arizona-licensed Clinical Psychologist and has been an instructor in ASU’s Fulton Colleges of Engineering and Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College. Dr. Krasnow received a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Clark University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Vermont. He has published on the treatment of anxiety disorders and presented nationally on topics such as student service best practice, clinic management, suicide prevention, and innovation. He is also the former Chair of the American Psychological Association, Division 17 Section on College and University Counseling Centers.

Clinton Fields

Clinton Fields, MBA, FACHE

Executive Director

Clinton Fields serves as the Executive Director of Arizona State University Health Services. With a deep commitment to ASU's charter, which emphasizes inclusion and the success of all students, Clinton plays a critical role in ensuring that the university's health services are accessible, innovative, and aligned with the diverse needs of the ASU community.

Clinton brings over two decades of leadership experience in healthcare administration, where he has focused on improving access to quality care and fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. His efforts to enhance service delivery are central to his role, as he works to ensure that all students receive the highest standard of care. He values the critical contributions of ASU's highly trained providers and teammates, whose expertise and dedication ensure that students are supported throughout their academic journeys.

In his leadership, Clinton drives initiatives that prioritize student health, well-being, and success, always staying true to ASU's commitment to inclusivity and excellence. His background in managing complex healthcare operations allows him to spearhead innovative approaches to health service delivery, keeping ASU Health Services at the forefront of student care.

Erin Trujillo

Erin Trujillo, LPC, MBA
Assistant Vice Pres./Director of Counseling Services

Professional Interests & Specialties: Community development, crisis management, student athlete development, underserved populations, grief and loss. Theoretical Orientation: Integrative: Solution Focused, Strengths-Based, Systems, Interpersonal. Education & Credentials M.C., Arizona State University, 2004. Licensed Professional Counselor, 2010. Masters in Business Administration, Arizona State University, 2015. Memberships: Association For University and College Center Counseling Directors. Bilingual in Spanish/English.

Diane Katz

Diane Katz
Associate Director

Diane Katz has been working with ASU Health and ASU Counseling Services since 2008, providing oversight for a variety of non-clinical operations. She appreciates the opportunity to support the important work completed at the Health and Counseling centers in service to the ASU Community. Diane has an education background with 20 years of experience across a variety of educational settings. She earned a Bachelor of Arts from Allegheny College and a Masters of Education from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Azure Allen

Azure Allen
Assistant Director, Compliance

Azure Allen began her career in the healthcare industry at ASU Health Services as a summer volunteer and then as a temporary employee checking in patients for lab and radiology appointments. She earned certificates for medical assisting and phlebotomy. Shortly after, she shifted focus from patient care to careers in healthcare administration. She has proudly served ASU students, staff, and community for over two decades.

Diane Labban

Diane Labban, DNP, FNP-BC
Section Chief Women’s Health

Diane Labban is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Diane received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Kean University, Master’s in Nursing from Grand Canyon University, Doctorate in Nursing from ASU, and MBA from University of Arizona. Diane has over 35 years of experience in health care and also serves as adjunct faculty to the Mayo Clinic School of Medicine and the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation.

Diane has a passion for health promotion and education, and hopes to provide ASU students with the health care, information and support they need to achieve and maintain their highest level of health and well-being.

John Hopkins

John Hopkins, MD
Section Chief Primary Care

John Hopkins grew up in Southern California and studied Economics at the University of California at Los Angeles. He received his Medical Degree from the Autonomous University de Cd. Juarez, Mexico, in 1983 and completed his Residency Training in Family Medicine through Michigan State University in 1987. He is Board Certified in Family Medicine. He was the Chief Medical Officer at Integrated Medical Services, a large Multispecialty Practice in Arizona since 2009, and has been in private practice since 1987.
He joined ASU Health Services in October 2018 and is excited to be part of the Health Services Team.

Maria

Maria Hoertz, DO, MPH 

Medical Director

Maria Hoertz, DO, MPH is a board-certified Family Medicine Physician. 
She attended the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor for her undergraduate degrees, Temple University for her Master's in Public Health and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine for her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.
She completed her residency at Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center and specializes in Family Medicine. 

A successful academic career gave Dr. Hoertz entrée to the Alpha Chi Honor
Society and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, and she was recognized as Intern of the Year. 
Dr. Hoertz has been working in healthcare for 25 years, during which time her roles have included Physician and Medical Director for Primary Care, Specialty and Oncology Services, Hospitalist and Nocturnist, Hospice, Assisted Living Facilities, and Skilled Nursing Facilities in the United States as well as countries in Central America and Micronesia. 
She has enjoyed her experiences with the Family Medicine Residency and having students and residents as part of her services throughout her career.

“Since I have worked in all areas of health care, I am able to assist with care at all levels of need,” she reports. Dr. Hoertz’ recipe for patient satisfaction is listening. “Everyone has their story and they want to make sure that they have someone who has the time to listen,” she adds.

As part of a professional medical team, she believes in delivering up-to-date, quality medical care that will enhance the student’s overall health and well-being.

Dr. Hoertz has two sons at home, and in her free time does homework and helps her middle school son with his membership in the Civil Air Patrol. She walks the dogs, goes camping through Arizona and still loves taking classes as a Certified Science teacher here in Arizona. 

Primary Care


John Hopkins

John Hopkins, MD
Section Chief Primary Care

John Hopkins grew up in Southern California and studied Economics at the University of California at Los Angeles. He received his Medical Degree from the Autonomous University de Cd. Juarez, Mexico, in 1983 and completed his Residency Training in Family Medicine through Michigan State University in 1987. He is Board Certified in Family Medicine. He was the Chief Medical Officer at Integrated Medical Services, a large Multispecialty Practice in Arizona since 2009, and has been in private practice since 1987.
He joined ASU Health Services in October 2018 and is excited to be part of the Health Services Team.

Gloria Baca

Gloria Baca, FNP
 

Gloria Baca FNP completed her undergraduate studies at the University of New Mexico, and earned a Bachelor’s of Nursing while attending UNM. Gloria then attended Arizona State University and obtained a Master’s of Science of Nursing and became a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Gloria has worked in many community health settings, which includes migrant health, and established school based health programs for Banner Health. Recently, Gloria has been involved in setting up integrated health care, that merges behavioral health with primary care to give patients with mental health and addictions care that encompasses the whole person.
Gloria chose to work at ASU because she enjoys working with a diverse population of students and staff, and is excited about working with other health care professionals committed to excellent healthcare outcomes.

Denise Beighe

Denise Beighe, MD
 

Denise Beighe is board certified in internal medicine and rheumatology and a fellow of the American College of Rheumatology (FACR). She attended Lehigh University for her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Hahneman University, School of Medicine, (now Drexel) where she obtained her Medical Degree. She did her internal medicine residency at Abington Memorial Hospital and her rheumatology fellowship at Temple University.

Dr. Beighe went into healthcare because she wanted the opportunity to provide excellent healthcare and work to make a partnership to improve people’s health. She has been at ASU for 30 years and loves the student population and how they challenge her to be her best.

Jasmine Turner

Jasmine Turner, FNP
 

Jasmine Turner is a board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience in healthcare. Jasmine received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Arizona State University in 2002, and her Master's in Nursing from Grand Canyon University in 2014. Prior to joining ASU's Health Services, Jasmine worked at a local community clinic and before that at a primary care office.
Jasmine's goal as an Nurse Practitioner is to engage and support each student to achieve optimal health through health education, health promotion, and disease prevention. One of her favorite quotes by Benjamin Franklin is " An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure".  

Lisa Eckerson

Lisa Eckerson, FNP
Clinic Manager, Polytechnic

Lisa is a proud Sun Devil Alumni. She earned her BSN degree in 2004 from Arizona State University. She began her nursing career caring for patients in the perioperative setting, and went on to specialize in cardiovascular surgical nursing and perioperative team management. Lisa earned her Master’s Degree from Arizona State University in 2009 graduating Magna Cum Laude. She is certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
Prior to coming to ASU, Lisa cared for patients in the family practice setting for 6 years. Lisa chose to work for ASU due to its diverse patient population and focus on evidence based practice as well as the University’s focus on innovation and sustainability.

Diane Labban

Diane Labban, FNP
 

Diane Labban is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Diane received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Kean University, Master’s in Nursing from Grand Canyon University, Doctorate in Nursing from ASU, and MBA from University of Arizona. Diane has over 30 years of experience in health care and also serves as adjunct faculty to the Mayo Clinic School of Medicine and the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation.
Diane has loved working at ASU Health Services for the past 10 years, and strives to provide care that is comprehensive, individualized and responsive to the needs of ASU students. Diane has a passion for health education and health promotion, and hopes to provide individuals with the health care, information and support they need to achieve and maintain their highest level of health and well-being.
Diane is married, and a proud mom of 4 adult children, 3 of which are ASU alumni. Diane’s personal hobbies include reading, cooking and exercise. Diane has participated in many athletic events to include several marathons, a 52 mile ultramarathon, and a full ironman triathlon!

David Eisenbise

David Eisenbise, DNP, FNP-C
 

Dr. David Eisenbise is a Family Nurse Practitioner. He earned his BSN degree from University of Arizona in 2011 and worked as a registered nurse at the Veterans hospital in Tucson. He completed his DNP and MSN-FNP program at the University of Arizona in 2015. He relocated to the Phoenix area and worked as a nurse practitioner in an urgent care practice setting and as an adjunct faculty at Grand Canyon University prior to joining ASU Health Services. David is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
David has been excited about healthcare ever since he started volunteering in the Emergency Department while he was in high school. He loves health care and the culture of learning. He feels working at ASU campus health is a perfect blend of the two. He is thrilled to be part of the ASU health care services team and enjoys working with the unique ASU student population. While he was trained a Wildcat he is a Sun Devil at heart.

Carmen Henry

Carmen Henry, FNP
 

Carmen is a Family Nurse Practitioner. She earned her BSN degree from the University of Alabama in 1998, and worked in a cardiac step-down unit in Florida before relocating to the Valley in 2000. In Arizona, she was fortunate to care for young families in Banner Desert's labor and delivery department through her 2012 completion of Grand Canyon University's MSN-FNP program. She worked as a nurse practitioner in a family practice setting prior to joining ASU Health Services.
Carmen is a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing and maintains certification with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Nursing has been a truly rewarding vocation for her. She is delighted to care for ASU's diverse and vibrant population, in a collaborative environment dedicated to the health and academic success of its students

Denise Sarsam

Denise Sarsam, FNP
Downtown Phoenix, Polytechnic

“Be yourself; everyone else is taken.”  Oscar Wilde
Denise Sarsam is a certified family nurse practitioner.  She received her Bachelors of Science, Nursing from ASU in 1995.  She then obtained her Masters of Science, Nursing from the University of Colorado, HSC, Denver in 2000.  For the first 15 years as an NP, Denise worked in private practice in Arizona.  She worked with individual clients and families.  She loves people, learning about their customs and culture and using that knowledge to help people care for themselves as Best as they can.  Denise is excited to be part of ASU, Health Services Division.  We are a team that works well together to provide the best possible care to our students and staff. 

Stacy Maahs

Stacy Maahs, FNP
Clinic Manager, West

Stacy Maahs is certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.  She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Nebraska and Master’s Degree from the University of Phoenix where she graduated with honors.  Stacy has over twelve years of clinical expertise in critical care, Trauma / ER, and caring for our Veteran population.  Prior to coming to ASU, Stacy worked in a community family practice setting caring for the uninsured and underserved. Originally from Nebraska, she has made Arizona her home, embracing the outdoors and its casual lifestyle.  She is married with seven children.  She chose to come to ASU to be part of a vibrant academic setting and help students with their health and wellness while they achieve their goals.

Tammy Toguchi

Tammy Toguchi, FNP
 

Tammy Toguchi is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Tammy Earned her Bachelors of Nursing degree from Arizona State University. She received her Masters degree from Grand Canyon State University. Tammy started her career as an RN working the majority of that time in the Emergency Department. Prior to joining ASU as a provider, she worked in an Ambulatory Care Clinic for eight years. Tammy’s goal for working at ASU is to help each student feel comfortable and empowered about their health.

Jackie Swanson

Jackie Swanson, FNP
Downtown Phoenix

Jackie Swanson is nationally certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She obtained her Masters of Science in Nursing from the University of Phoenix. She started her medical career as a Medical Assistant. With a strong desire to help others, Jackie pursued a career in nursing that included working as a Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registered Nurse and finally as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Her nursing experience is diverse, including home health care, hospital cardiac care, correctional facility health care, primary care and urgent care. Jackie is honored to be given the privilege of providing medical care and education to a diverse student body and the larger university community.

Eva Wang

Eva Wang, FNP
 

Eva Wang is a Family Nurse Practitioner. She started her career in health care in 1999 when she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Kaohsiung Medical University in Taiwan. She worked as a RN in post surgical units of oral, neurology and general surgery for several years before immigrating to U.S. She continued her nursing career here in U.S. as an RN in Med/Surg, Hospice in California then she obtained a Master of Science degree in nursing with Family Nurse Practitioner course of study from Azusa Pacific University in 2011 and then obtained national board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) through the American Academy of Nurse practitioners (AANP).
She has worked as a NP in palliative care in Northern California and FNP at a clinic in Mesa, AZ prior to joining ASU Health Services. She enjoys the academic environment of ASU and is interested in working with students population in preventive care and patient education.
Eva speaks Mandarin and Taiwanese fluently. In her spare time, She enjoys family life with her husband and 2 sons, traveling, and volunteering at church.

Rita Wermers

Rita Wermers, ANP
Clinic Manager, Downtown Phoenix

Rita Wermers is a Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner. She obtained her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Arizona State University with a focus in Innovative Leadership. She received her Master of Science in Nursing from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In addition to her clinical practice, she is the Clinic Manger for ASU Health Services on the Downtown Campus. Rita is passionate about student health and has been actively involved in leadership positions with the American College Health Association and has published on strategies to address vaccine hesitancy in college students. Prior to her time at ASU she worked as an NP in Emergency Medicine, Telemedicine, and Internal Medicine/Family Practice working with patients transitioning from hospital to home. Rita has worked at ASU Health Services since 2013.

Alyssa

Alyssa Vecchio, FNP-C

Alyssa Vecchio is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She graduated from ASU in biological sciences in 2013 and with her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Grand Canyon University. Alyssa is originally from Arizona and lived in Colorado for 8 years prior to moving back to Arizona. She received her master’s in nursing for family nurse practitioner from the University of Colorado. Alyssa has worked as a registered nurse in critical care departments for over 7 years at the University of Colorado Hospital. Prior to working at ASU, she worked in a primary care/urgent care setting as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Alyssa chose to work for ASU because it is an evidence-based care health setting where she can support students and help them to achieve success and personal goals. She is very excited to join the ASU Health Services team.

Bryan

Bryan Foli, FNP-C
 

I joined the United States Air Force straight out of High School and worked as an Aircraft Structural Mechanic for 9 years before getting out of the service. I then started with a company called Monogram Systems where I was their floor supervisor as we manufactured waste and water tanks out of carbon fiber for Boeing. I was there for 3 years before going to Nursing school full time. After graduation I spent 13 months on a MedSurg unit at a small rural hospital in north east Utah before accepting a job as an ER Nurse at Maryvale Hospital before it closed down. I was there for about 2.5 years before switching over to Banner Del Webb hospital to be closer to home and was an ER nurse there as well as the ER charge nurse. I was with them for about 4.5 years before getting my FNP-C license. I left the ER world behind me and went into the Urgent Care field working for NextCare Urgent care for 4 years before joining my forever family here at ASU Health Services. I am grateful to be apart of this team and to work with such a great community of students.

Maria

Maria Hoertz, DO, MPH 

Medical Director

Maria Hoertz, DO, MPH is a board-certified Family Medicine Physician. 
She attended the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor for her undergraduate degrees, Temple University for her Master's in Public Health and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine for her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.
She completed her residency at Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center and specializes in Family Medicine. 

A successful academic career gave Dr. Hoertz entrée to the Alpha Chi Honor
Society and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, and she was recognized as Intern of the Year. 
Dr. Hoertz has been working in healthcare for 25 years, during which time her roles have included Physician and Medical Director for Primary Care, Specialty and Oncology Services, Hospitalist and Nocturnist, Hospice, Assisted Living Facilities, and Skilled Nursing Facilities in the United States as well as countries in Central America and Micronesia. 
She has enjoyed her experiences with the Family Medicine Residency and having students and residents as part of her services throughout her career.

“Since I have worked in all areas of health care, I am able to assist with care at all levels of need,” she reports. Dr. Hoertz’ recipe for patient satisfaction is listening. “Everyone has their story and they want to make sure that they have someone who has the time to listen,” she adds.

As part of a professional medical team, she believes in delivering up-to-date, quality medical care that will enhance the student’s overall health and well-being.

Dr. Hoertz has two sons at home, and in her free time does homework and helps her middle school son with his membership in the Civil Air Patrol. She walks the dogs, goes camping through Arizona and still loves taking classes as a Certified Science teacher here in Arizona. 

Women's Health


Diane Labban

Diane Labban, DNP, FNP-BC
Section Chief

Diane Labban is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Diane received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Kean University, Master’s in Nursing from Grand Canyon University, Doctorate in Nursing from ASU, and MBA from University of Arizona. Diane has over 30 years of experience in health care and also serves as adjunct faculty to the Mayo Clinic School of Medicine and the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation.
Diane has loved working at ASU Health Services for the past 10 years, and strives to provide care that is comprehensive, individualized and responsive to the needs of ASU students. Diane has a passion for health education and health promotion, and hopes to provide individuals with the health care, information and support they need to achieve and maintain their highest level of health and well-being.
Diane is married, and a proud mom of 4 adult children, 3 of which are ASU alumni. Diane’s personal hobbies include reading, cooking and exercise. Diane has participated in many athletic events to include several marathons, a 52 mile ultramarathon, and a full ironman triathlon!

Lisa Eckerson

Lisa Eckerson, FNP
Clinic Manager, Polytechnic

Lisa is a proud Sun Devil Alumni. She earned her BSN degree in 2004 from Arizona State University. She began her nursing career caring for patients in the perioperative setting, and went on to specialize in cardiovascular surgical nursing and perioperative team management. Lisa earned her Master’s Degree from Arizona State University in 2009 graduating Magna Cum Laude. She is certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Prior to coming to ASU, Lisa cared for patients in the family practice setting for 6 years. Lisa chose to work for ASU due to its diverse patient population and focus on evidence based practice as well as the University’s focus on innovation and sustainability.

Jasmine Turner

Jasmine Turner, FNP
 

Jasmine Turner is a board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience in healthcare. Jasmine received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Arizona State University in 2002, and her Master's in Nursing from Grand Canyon University in 2014. Prior to joining ASU's Health Services, Jasmine worked at a local community clinic and before that at a primary care office.
Jasmine's goal as an Nurse Practitioner is to engage and support each student to achieve optimal health through health education, health promotion, and disease prevention. One of her favorite quotes by Benjamin Franklin is " An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure".  

Jackie Swanson

Jackie Swanson, FNP
Downtown Phoenix

Jackie Swanson is nationally certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She obtained her Masters of Science in Nursing from the University of Phoenix. She started her medical career as a Medical Assistant. With a strong desire to help others, Jackie pursued a career in nursing that included working as a Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registered Nurse and finally as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Her nursing experience is diverse, including home health care, hospital cardiac care, correctional facility health care, primary care and urgent care. Jackie is honored to be given the privilege of providing medical care and education to a diverse student body and the larger university community.

Stacy Maahs

Stacy Maahs, FNP
Clinic Manager, West

Stacy Maahs is certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.  She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Nebraska and Master’s Degree from the University of Phoenix where she graduated with honors.  Stacy has over twelve years of clinical expertise in critical care, Trauma / ER, and caring for our Veteran population.  Prior to coming to ASU, Stacy worked in a community family practice setting caring for the uninsured and underserved. Originally from Nebraska, she has made Arizona her home, embracing the outdoors and its casual lifestyle.  She is married with seven children.  She chose to come to ASU to be part of a vibrant academic setting and help students with their health and wellness while they achieve their goals.

Alyssa

Alyssa Vecchio, FNP-C 

Alyssa Vecchio is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She graduated from ASU in biological sciences in 2013 and with her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Grand Canyon University. Alyssa is originally from Arizona and lived in Colorado for 8 years prior to moving back to Arizona. She received her master’s in nursing for family nurse practitioner from the University of Colorado. Alyssa has worked as a registered nurse in critical care departments for over 7 years at the University of Colorado Hospital. Prior to working at ASU, she worked in a primary care/urgent care setting as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Alyssa chose to work for ASU because it is an evidence-based care health setting where she can support students and help them to achieve success and personal goals. She is very excited to join the ASU Health Services team.

Behavioral Health


Rhonda Pruitt

Rhonda Pruitt, LPC, LISAC
Counselor, Senior

Professional Interests & Specialties: student personal and academic success, interpersonal and family relationship development, attention deficit disorder support, crisis intervention/management, substance use/abuse concerns, group and individual therapy. Theoretical Orientation: Integrative; person centered, strength-based, solution focused, systems approach, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness. Education and Credentials: Masters in Education Counseling, Northern Arizona University 1994, Bachelors of Science in Justice Studies with a minor in Sociology, Arizona State University, 1992, Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona 2004, Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor in Arizona 1996, Clinically Certified Forensic Counselor-National certification in 2001. Memberships: National Association of Forensic Counselors.

krystal galvan

Krystal Galvan
Clinician

Position: Clinician 
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Languages: Spanish and English
Education (degree, school):
Doctor of Clinical Psychology, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Master in Clinical Psychology, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Professional Interests: Dr. Galvan’s professional interests include,
working with non-traditional students, first generation students,
international students. In addition, she is passionate about working with
students struggling with anxiety, social anxiety, depression, transitions,
relationships, interpersonal concerns, and ADHD.
Professional Membership: American Psychological Association (APA)
Personal Interests: Dr. Galvan’s personal interests include spending time
with her 2 dogs, spending time with friends and family, reading, watching
reality tv, scuba diving, and spending as much time outdoors.

Sports Medicine


Jason Tarno

Jason Tarno, DO FAOASM

Sports Medicine Lead Physician

Dr. Tarno graduated from ASU with a Bachelor Of Science in Zoology. He obtained his Doctor of Osteopathy(DO) degree from A.T. University in Kirksville, MO, then completed Family Medicine Residency and Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship in Clevland, OH. Dr. Tarno began his sports medicine practice in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he grew up. He served As Team Physician for UNLV Athletics, and assisted in the development and clinical direction for the first Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship in the state of Nevada through the University Nevada School of Medicine. Prior to returning to the Phoenix Valley, Dr. Tarno worked in Colorado Springs, Colorado, in Hospital Administration of a 520 hospital system as well as a Nocturnist Hospitalist. Dr. Tarno joined the ASU Health Services Team in November 2024. His Practice Specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions and sports related injuries.