Jodi Cahalan, Ph.D., M.P.H., M.S., PA-C, is dean of the DMU College of Health Sciences and holder of three DMU degrees. She recently was recognized as a Distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA), a designation received by fewer than one percent of physician assistants nationally. Dean Cahalan earned the designation in recognition for her outstanding contributions to the profession as well as her significant dedication and involvement in the community.