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The Board of Trustees of American University of Health Sciences is charged with oversight and guidance for all aspects of the university’s operations. The AUHS Board of Trustees is comprised of leading professionals from a variety of disciplines.

Kim Dang, PhD (Hon.)

Founder

Dr. Kim Dang is the Co-Founder of American University of Health Sciences and she held the CEO/President interim role at AUHS for 19 years. Dr. Dang developed, managed and established AUHS operational processes in the areas of student services, registrar, admissions, financial aid, career services, institution publications, and finance.
In 2002 Dr. Dang was given an Honorary Doctorate in Medical Education by St. Luke School of Medicine in Liberia. In 2016, Dr. Dang was honored with the Humanitarian Award by the Council of Black Nurses for her many works with the underserved communities in the U.S. and abroad.

Pastor Gregory Johnson

Founder

Pastor Gregory A. Johnson brings practical experience in operating an institution of higher education though his years of working consulting services as well as over 20 years of leadership in managing numerous eclectic private propriety schools, colleges and universities as Chief Operating Officer or Vice President.
As the Co-Founder of AUHS, his extensive experiences regarding the business management perspective in health care education and services are invaluable. This process has been augmented by creating successful startups of educational facilities and the enhancement of excellence in education both of which are ingrained in the mission and vision of AUHS.

Betty Williams, DrPH, RN, FAAN

Trustee

With decades of experience in higher education, research, and scholarly contributions to the nursing profession and practice, Dr. Betty Williams has a strong interest and passion in leading the advancement of nursing programs stemming from her exemplary experience as an educator, consultant, and scholar. Dr. Williams was the founding dean of the American University of Health Sciences (AUHS) School of Nursing in 2006.
Dr. Williams holds a Doctor of Public Health and an M.S. in nursing from the University of California, Los Angeles; an M.N. in nursing from Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio; and a B.S. in zoology from Howard University, Washington, D.C. She currently resides in Los Angeles.

Suzanne Richards

Trustee

Suzanne Richards is an accomplished healthcare executive with a diverse background in management and direct patient care. Throughout her career spanning more than twenty-five years, she has added significant value to the organizations and people she has served.
Ms. Richards is a Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ), a licensed Registered Nurse a Certified Healthcare Executive (CHE), a Diplomat of the American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians (CHCQM), a Certified HIPAA Professional (CHP), a Fellow of the American Institute of Healthcare Quality (FAIHQ), and a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE).

Song Tan, MD, FAAP

Trustee

Song Tan holds a Doctor degree of Medicine and is the co-owner of Karing Pediatrics Medical Group. He has 33 years’ experience in healthcare field.
Mr. Tan has active involvement in the Cambodian community, and his experience will be a great supplement to AUHS’s Mission in healthcare field and outreach to the community in Cambodia.

Thi Dang, PharmD

Trustee

Thi Dang holds a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, and she is the owner and operator of San Gabriel Medical Pharmacy.
Ms. Dang has 8 years’ experience as a pharmacist and 9 years’ pharmacy practice residency experience. Her education and experience in pharmacy will greatly contribute to the mission of the AUHS School of Pharmacy.