Dr. Yana Dashevsky
2961 E. Sands Dr. Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dr. Dashevsky is a forward-thinking, student-centric Associate Professor of Health Sciences with 22 years of classroom experience teaching both online and on-ground classes. Well-experienced in designing and implementing university/college academic curricula, establishing academic departments, and engaging students in higher learning. Dr. Dashevsky's area of expertise includes teaching: Biology, Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Nutrition, Biochemistry, Minor Surgery, and Epidemiology for undergraduate as well as graduate students. Dr. Dashevsky is eager to share her passion for higher learning and dedication to student success.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Professor of Health Sciences
Ottawa University Surprise (OUAZ)
01.2018 - Current
- Currently teach Physiology, Microbiology, Medical terminology, Integrative Survey, Nutrition, Genetics, Immunology, and General Biology I and II.
- Fostered students’ commitment to lifelong learning by connecting course materials to broader themes and current events.
- Developed and delivered engaging lectures.
- Taught weekly lab sessions, contributed to students engagement and comprehension.
- Biology Program Review Committee member
- Organized and provided oversight to Biology Society club
- Helped to prepare documents for the HLC reaccreditation visit in Spring 2024
- Provided academic mentoring to students, created preceptorship opportunities for junior and senior students.
- Helped struggling students by providing support outside of classrooms by extending office hours and involving the biology seniors to serve as mentors.
- Created a working relationship with ScribeAmerica, which provides free medical scribe certifications and job placements to OUAZ students
- Focused on increasing the academic rigor and continuing to attend professional medical conferences
Assistant Professor
West Coast University (remote)
01.2018 - Current
- Taught Epidemiology and Health Research Methods for Master of Public Health (MPH) program.
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum revision, evaluation of course syllabi and lesson plans for Public Health curricula.
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
Adjunct Instructor
Grand Canyon University
7 2017 - 07.2020
- Taught courses in Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, and Pathophysiology to pre-med and pre-nursing students.
- Developed and delivered engaging lectures to undergraduate students.
- Guided students in using technology to support educational research.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Integrated current events into course materials to contextualize subject matter and facilitate lifelong learning.
- Worked closely with Dr. Valla, an Associate Dean of Arts and Science, to improve and implement microbiology and nutrition curricula.
Assistant Professor
Brown Mackie College
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Taught Anatomy and Physiology, Medical terminology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, and Minor Surgery for Surgical tech and Occupational therapy programs
- Sustained professional contact with colleagues and engaged in continuing professional activities to upgrade and augment surgical program.
- Proctored The Nursing Admission Assessment Exam (HESI)
- Analyzed data on student retention, completion, employment and success on national certification exam.
Assistant Professor
Southwest Institute on Healing Arts
05.2013 - 08.2015
- Developed curricula for Pathology course
- Created a 200-Hour Certification Program in Integrative Nutritional Coaching. Students became eligible to sit for the NBHWC National Board Exam and held a title of National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach.
- Attended multiple medical conferences in order to learn and implement new concepts into the classrooms.
- Mentored students in making decisions regarding career choices.
Visiting Professor
Odessa National Medical University
05.2012 - 04.2013
- Taught Pathology to fourth year medical students and Nutrition to third year medical students (In Ukraine, Medical school is a 6-year program).
- Served as a member on the Odessa National Medical University Academic Board Committee
- Co-Chair of The International Education Coalition Committee
Teacher Assistant
Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine
08.2006 - 12.2010
- Assisted in the Anatomy and Physiology Lab
- Assisted in Physical Medicine Department
- Assisted with hydrotherapy and depuration techniques
- Implementation of IV therapies
Teacher Assistant
University of Bridgeport
08.2003 - 05.2004
- Assisted in the Anatomy Lab while being a full time naturopathic medical student
Adjunct Faculty
Western New England University
08.2000 - 06.2002
- Taught Introduction to Nutrition and First aid classes
Education
NMD - Naturopathic Medical Doctor
Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine
2164 E. Broadway Rd., Tempe, AZ05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Biology Major, Chemistry Minor
Western New England University
1215 Wilbraham Rd., Springfield, MA05.2000
Affiliations
2021 - Present, Member of European Society of Integrative Medicine
2020 - Present, Member of the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine
2012- 2013, Member on the Odessa National Medical University Academic Board Committee
2012 - 2013, Co-Chair of The International Education Coalition Committee
2012 - Present, Member of the American College of Physicians
2005 - Present, American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
2005 - 2020, Member, Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association
Participation in the Professional Conferences
1. Southwest Conference on Botanical Medicine, March 26-28, 2023, Tempe, AZ
2. Environmental Health Symposium, April 15-17, 2022 / Scottsdale, AZ / Virtual Attendance due to the pandemic
3. The Digestive System and Neurological Health: Healing the Gut-Brain Axis with Botanical Medicine, June 3rd, 2022, Tempe, AZ
4. The Ketogenic Diet for Cancer: What is the Evidence? October 20th / 2022Webcast
5. Men's and Women's Health for Primary Care: Endo/OBGYN/ Men's Urology, October 29-31, 2022, Las Vegas, Nevada
6.. 2022 Evidence Based Drug Therapy Updated, October 29-30, 2022 / Virtual Conference
7. Anxiety: Advanced Techniques for Psychiatry and Primary Care, November 06-07, 2022 / Virtual Conference
8. Women's Health for Primary Care: Cardio/Endo/OBGYN, December 04-06, 2022 / Scottsdale, AZ
9. 36th Annual Infectious Disease Virtual Conference, December 17-18, 2022 / Virtual Conference
Accomplishments
- "New Learning: Principles and Patters of Pedagogy," University of Illinois at Urbana (online)
- "Instructional Design: Course Planning and Pedagogy," University of California, Irvine (online)
- "Deep Learning through Transformative Pedagogy," University of Queensland via edX (online)
1. Became a member of The International Society of Female Professionals
2. Courses Completed in 2021-2022 with focus on pedagogical skills:
Timeline
Associate Professor of Health Sciences
Ottawa University Surprise (OUAZ)
01.2018 - Current
Assistant Professor
West Coast University (remote)
01.2018 - Current
Assistant Professor
Brown Mackie College
01.2015 - 05.2017
Assistant Professor
Southwest Institute on Healing Arts
05.2013 - 08.2015
Visiting Professor
Odessa National Medical University
05.2012 - 04.2013
Teacher Assistant
Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine
08.2006 - 12.2010
Teacher Assistant
University of Bridgeport
08.2003 - 05.2004
Adjunct Faculty
Western New England University
08.2000 - 06.2002
Adjunct Instructor
Grand Canyon University
7 2017 - 07.2020
NMD - Naturopathic Medical Doctor
Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biology Major, Chemistry Minor
Western New England University
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