Heather Alonge

Dr. Heather Alonge serves as Core Faculty for the Master of Healthcare Administration program. With over a decade of experience in public health and health services, Dr. Alonge has made significant practice and academia contributions. Her professional journey spans nonprofit organizations, state health departments, and enterprise development, and showcases her versatility and commitment to improving healthcare systems.

In academia, Dr. Alonge has excelled in curriculum development, course revision, evaluation, and programmatic accreditation. Her extensive teaching experience includes instructing at the undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels, as well as chairing doctoral dissertation committees. This breadth of experience highlights her dedication to fostering the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Dr. Alonge holds a PhD in Health Services and is a Certified Health Education Specialist. She is an active member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and the American Public Health Association, reflecting her ongoing engagement with the broader healthcare community. Additionally, Dr. Alonge serves as the Vice Chair of the Board of Directors for Girls on the Run Shenandoah Valley, demonstrating her commitment to empowering young girls through health and fitness.

Courses Taught

DDHA 8011 - Doctoral Foundations Concepts

DDHA 8113 - Advanced Concepts in Healthcare Leadership

DDHA 8246 - Advanced Application in Practice Based Research in Healthcare

MMHA 6200 - Creating Healthy Communities

MMBA 6602 - Contemporary Topics in the US Healthcare Delivery System

Education

PhD, Walden University

Post-master's Certificate, Cornell University

MPH, Walden University

BA, Drury University

Public Service

Preeclampsia Foundation, Patient Advisory Council, Chair - Melbourn

Patient Advocacy Foundation, Volunteer -

Girls on the Run of the Shenandoah Valley, Board Member -

Publications

Alonge, H. C. Services to Support Rural Health.

Craig, C. P., Alonge, H. C. PREVENTING SCHOOL SHOOTINGS- WHAT ARE WE MISSING AND WHY WE ARE MISSING IT: THE INTERPROFESSIONAL APPROACH TO PREVENTION . The Public Purpose

Craig, H. D. (2010). Caring Enough to Care: An Ethical Framework for Health Care Rationing. International Journal for Human Caring

Presentations

Alonge, H. C. (2019). Defining Your Brand As A Woman Leader.

Alonge, H. C. (2024). Podcasting as Pedagogy .