Acute, Chronic, and Continuing Care Science Division
The Division of Acute, Chronic, and Continuing Care Science (ACCCS) encompasses various specialty areas that foster a dynamic and collaborative environment that promotes teaching, research, and service excellence. Under the leadership of Dr. Gloria Carr, Division Director, faculty members within this department division collaborate in their teaching, research, and service endeavors to advance the college’s mission.
The specialty areas within the ACCCS division include:
- Adult Health: Faculty members specializing in adult health focus on the care and management of adult patients across various healthcare settings. They possess expertise in diagnosing and treating acute and chronic illnesses in adult populations.
- Gerontology: This specialty area concentrates on the unique healthcare needs of older adults. Faculty members with expertise in gerontology provide specialized care and promote healthy aging through evidence-based interventions.
- Critical Care and Trauma Care: Faculty members in this specialty area are experienced in providing specialized care to critically ill and injured patients. They possess expertise in managing complex medical conditions and trauma cases.
- Psychiatric Nursing: Faculty specializing in psychiatric nursing focus on mental health promotion, prevention, and treatment. They are knowledgeable in providing comprehensive care for individuals with psychiatric disorders across the lifespan.
- Chronic Illnesses: This specialty area addresses the management and care of individuals with chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and respiratory conditions. Faculty members contribute to developing effective interventions and strategies for promoting optimal health outcomes in patients with chronic illnesses.
- Nurse Practitioners in Adult and/or Acute Care: Faculty members with expertise as Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in adult and/or acute care play a crucial role in advanced nursing practice. They possess the skills and knowledge to provide comprehensive care and manage acute and chronic conditions in adult populations
Division Faculty Members
Gloria Carr
Acute, Chronic, and Continuing Care Science Division Director | Associate Professor
901-678-3080
4524 Community Health Building
gcarr@memphis.edu
Erin Alexander
Clinical Assistant Professor
901-678-2358
3513 Community Health Building
lxnder19@memphis.edu
Tracie Augusta
Assistant Professor
901-678-2003
4526 Community Health Building
taugusta@memphis.edu
Culeta Byars
Clinical Assistant Professor
901-678-1347
4525 Community Health Building
cfbyars@memphis.edu
Samantha Calhoun
Clinical Assistant Professor
901-678-2002
4536 Community Health Building
sturner5@memphis.edu
Christie Cavallo
Director of Simulation/Assistant Clinical Professor
901-678-2002
3564 Community Health Building
ccvallo1@memphis.edu
Yolanda Flemmons
Clinical Assistant Professor
901-678-4546
4530 Community Health Building
yflemmns@memphis.edu
Kristin M. Geater
Clinical Assistant Professor
(901) 678-3529
3552 Community Health Building
kmccaleb@memphis.edu
Brad Harrell
Assistant Dean of Nursing | Interim Dean of Academic Programs
Clinical Professor (Lambuth Campus)
731-425-1969
117B Hyde Hall, Lambuth Campus
bharrell@memphis.edu
Lacee Harris
Clinical Assistant Professor
731.425.7339
Lambuth Campus
lmhrris4@memphis.edu
Melanie Jacobs
Clinical Associate Professor
901-678-4102
3538 Community Health Building
mjacobs1@memphis.edu
Kerri Kitchen
Clinical Assistant Professor
731-425-1975
318 Hyde Hall, Lambuth Campus
kjwlson2@memphis.edu
Sohye Lee
Associate Professor
901-678-4315
3526 Community Health Building
slee26@memphis.edu
Leanne L. Lefler
Associate Dean for Research & William A. and Ruth F. Loewenberg Endowed Chair of Excellence
Professor, Loewenberg College of Nursing Culture of Health Nurse Leader, Robert W.
Johnson Foundation
901-678-5922
3004F Community Health Building
lllefler@memphis.edu
Kaye Litano
Clinical Associate Professor
901-678-3123
3544 Community Health Building
rnlitano@memphis.edu
Amy Luckey
Clinical Associate Professor
731.425.7330
Lambuth Campus
akluckey@memphis.edu
Annapoorna Mary
Associate Professor
901-678-2846
3562 Community Health Building
amary@memphis.edu
Helen Mitchell
Clinical Assistant Professor
901-678-5905
4562 Community Health Building
hmitchel@memphis.edu
Renee Morris
Clinical Associate Professor
731-431-2757
117A Hyde Hall, Lambuth Campus
rnmorris@memphis.edu.edu
Kristy Patrick-Lewis
Clinical Assistant Professor
901-678-1163
3532 Community Health Building
klptrick@memphis.edu
Paulette Palmer
Clinical Associate Professor
901-678-2320
3534 Community Health Building
probrtsn@memphis.edu
Tracey Power
RN to BSN Program Coordinator
Clinical Associate Professor
901-678-2003
4544 Community Health Building
tpower@memphis.edu
Machell Reifsnider
Clinical Assistant Professor
731-425-7409
312 Hyde Hall, Lambuth Campus
mrfsnder@memphis.edu
Melissa Shoaff
Clinical Assistant Professor
901-678-2446
4532 Community Health Building
mshoaff@memphis.edu
Reba Umberger
Associate Professor
901-678-4709
3517 Community Health Building
rumbergr@memphis.edu