named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
Two-year graduate program training students to become nationally certified physician assistants through integrated didactic instruction and supervised clinical practice experiences across nine trimesters.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Health Professions Education Programs 2 activities
- Deliver health sciences education through degree and certificate programsOffers a range of on-campus, hybrid, and fully online degree and certificate programs in health sciences fields including chiropractic, nutrition, massage therapy, physician assistant studies, diagnostic medical sonography, and human anatomy and physiology instruction. Programs integrate rigorous academics, evidence-informed research, and hands-on clinical experience to prepare students for healthcare careers.
- Provide hands-on clinical training and experiential learning opportunitiesOperates campus and community clinics, clinical clerkships, and practicum experiences across multiple programs—including massage therapy, chiropractic, and diagnostic medical sonography—to provide students with supervised, real-world patient care experience. These include community outreach components and are integrated into program curricula.
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Organizational Sustainability Management 1 activity
- Engage in institutional governance and strategic advocacyAdvances the mission and strategic goals of Northeast College of Health Sciences through board-level advocacy, financial oversight, and development of long-term economic plans and policies to ensure organizational sustainability.
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School and School-Community Events 1 activity
- Host community and student engagement eventsOrganizes annual campus events such as Northeast College Community Day and Blue Day, including fundraising activities like a "dunk the professor" dunk tank, and participates in regional initiatives such as the Seneca County Suicide Prevention Coalition’s “Walking with Hope in the Heart of the Finger Lakes.” Also supports student-led clubs including the Students for Social Diversity Awareness (SSDA) club.
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Student Support and Academic Services 1 activity
- Support student success through academic advising and mentorship programsProvides structured support services including faculty advisor training and peer mentor programs to enhance student engagement and academic outcomes across health sciences programs.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Conduct academic and applied research in health sciences educationIntegrates research inquiry into curricula, particularly in the Massage Therapy program, and supports faculty and graduate-level research in health sciences education. Recognized by external bodies such as the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society (HAPS), with three faculty receiving its highest award and 87% of HAPI program graduates teaching within one year of graduation.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$25.74M
Contributions & grants$470K2%
Program service revenue$20.08M78%
Investment income$5.11M20%
Other revenue$70K
expenses
Total expenses$26.15M
Program expenses76%
Admin / overhead23%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$16.17M
Grants paid out$660K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$90.67M
Cash$7.57M
Investments$66.01M
Liabilities$14.85M
Net assets$75.82M
Liquid reserves33.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -0.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 8
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| DR MICHAEL MESTAN | PRESIDENT | 40 | $524K |
| DR ANNE KILLEN | PROVOST & VP OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS | 40 | $271K |
| MS KAREN QUEST | VP OF FINANCE | 40 | $230K |
| MS AMIE REDMOND | VP OF ENROLL MGMT & STUDENT AFFAIRS | 40 | $199K |
| DR ROBERT RUDDY | ASSISTANT PROFESSOR | 40 | $192K |
| DR JAMES KNUDSEN | VP OF STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT | 40 | $189K |
| MS COLLEEN BRENNAN-BARRY | VP OF MARKETING AND COMMUN | 40 | $187K |
| MR CHRISTOPHER MCQUEENEY | VP OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES | 40 | $174K |
board members · 16
- DR ASHOK GOWDA — TRUSTEE
- DR CHARLES VENTRESCA — TRUSTEE
- DR DAVID BENNETT — TRUSTEE
- DR ELAINA PIRRO-LOMBARDI — TRUSTEE
- DR JOANNE CANCRO — TRUSTEE (UNTIL OCTOBER 2024)
- DR JULIE SCARANO — TRUSTEE
- DR KEVIN MARRYSHOW — TRUSTEE
- DR LOUIS CRIVELLI II — TRUSTEE
- DR RICK ROSA — TRUSTEE, CHAIR
- DR SHERYL RUSSELL — TRUSTEE
- DR SUSAN FRIES GARRIS — TRUSTEE
- MR RANDALL GENTZLER — TRUSTEE
- MR TIMOTHY BROWN — TRUSTEE (UNTIL JUNE 2025)
- MS ABIGAIL CARAG — TRUSTEE
- MS MARGARET FERBER — TRUSTEE (UNTIL JANUARY 2025)
- MS VIRGINIA ROBBINS — TRUSTEE
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant Government — Grants Accreditation-Provisional status to the M.S. in Physician Assistant Studies program.
- Anthony Jordan Health Center Partner — Dr. Dolores Cottrell, a new board member, previously served as dental director at this Rochester, NY health center.
- Human Anatomy and Physiology Society (HAPS) Network — Faculty are recognized by HAPS, the primary professional society for A&P educators.
- Michael Mestan Partner — President of Northeast College of Health Sciences, working with the Board of Trustees and senior leadership to advance college initiatives.
- National Commission on Certification of PAs Government — Administers the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE) for which program graduates are eligible.
- New York State Board for Chiropractic Government — Dr. Dolores Cottrell, a new board member, previously served as executive secretary for this state regulatory board.
- New York State Oral Health Technical Assistance Center Partner — Dr. Dolores Cottrell, a new board member, previously served as assistant director at this center.
- SACA Partner — Recipient of funds raised during Blue Day 2026 events.
- Seneca County Suicide Prevention Coalition Partner — Participates in community events organized by the coalition, such as “Walking with Hope in the Heart of the Finger Lakes”.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Government — Cited as a source for average annual salary data for massage therapists in New York State.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Government — Source of labor market projections cited in program promotional materials
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Government — Source of salary data for massage therapists in New York State.
- University of Rochester Partner — Dr. Mestan studied higher education leadership at the University of Rochester, earning master’s and doctorate degrees in educational administration.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- ALARA Principle in Radiographic Practicemethodology: alara_practiceBy applying the ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principle and algorithmic optimization methods, the college minimizes radiation exposure during imaging procedures because systematic dose reduction preserves patient and provider safety while maintaining diagnostic image quality.
- Cultural Competency in Healthcare Deliverymethodology: cultural_competencyBy incorporating cultural and social awareness into health sciences education and clinical practice, the college improves patient care and reduces health disparities because culturally competent providers are better equipped to understand and respond to diverse patient needs and community contexts.
- Evidence-Based, Person-Centered Care Modelmethodology: evidence_based_person_centered_careBy integrating scientific evidence with individual patient values and circumstances, the college prepares healthcare professionals to deliver equitable, compassionate, and effective care because this dual focus improves clinical outcomes and reduces disparities in diverse populations.
- Evidence-Informed Nutrition Therapymethodology: evidence_informed_nutritionBy using individualized, evidence-based nutritional interventions that incorporate lifestyle modifications and contextual factors such as demographics and community influences, the college addresses root causes of health issues because personalized, context-aware protocols improve adherence and long-term health outcomes.
- Interprofessional and Interdisciplinary Collaborationmethodology: interprofessional_educationBy training students through interdisciplinary partnerships and interprofessional education, the college enhances clinical and educational outcomes because collaborative practice improves team communication, broadens clinical perspectives, and leads to more comprehensive patient care.