Neurology and Neurological Surgery Administrative Team

916-734-6448

 

ACC Suite 3700, Room #3711: In the shared Neurology/Neurological Surgery suite near the finance team

 

Pre-COVID-19 – M-F, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Now -- Available 24/7 on demand

 

I oversee all the people, money, space and other resources necessary to ensure that the Departments of Neurology & Neurological Surgery can implement all their goals and deliverables across all missions (clinical, educational, research, service). My main function is to support the two chairs in executing each of their visions. But I also work hard to support all of the administrative supervisors within both departments as well to ensure that everyone has what they need to get their jobs done.

 

14 years in Neurology, 2.5 years in Neurological Surgery

 

So many things! Impressive faculty members, staff who work hard as a team, our overall Esprit de Corps!

 

Working out with my FitFam, visiting my sister & my parents in Bend, Oregon, sitting in my hot tub (with coffee or a cocktail, depending on time of day).

916-734-6841

 

ACC Suite 3700: My desk is best accessed from the back door of Neurosurgery Row. I am the second to last cube before the first hallway, with the bucket of "encourage-mints."

 

Currently, in the office one day a week either Thursday or Friday; telecommuting on other days.

I liaison between faculty, staff, and the larger university management to support the department, Dr. Brooks-Kayal and Stacy Miller. My expertise is being a congenial “Jill of All Trades” scheduling ninja.

 

I started this role on October 19, 2020. I have worked jointly for Neurology and Neurological Surgery for 20 months.

 

I like the caring, supportive, problem-solving attitude that runs through the leadership, staff and physicians.

 

My family (especially my three boys), reading, biking, hiking, all things arts/crafts, cooking and eating.

530-305-7080

 

ACC Suite 3700: I sit in the Finance location across from Stacy Miller and Dr. Duffy.

Hybrid remote

In my role I analyze and report on various clinical and financial metrics to monitor progress within the department, and support Heather Johnson and Stacy Miller. My area of expertise is finance.

 

I’ve been with the Department of Neurology for a little more than one year.

I like the challenging projects that I work on, the ability to learn, the training and the administrative leadership.

 

My interests include spending time with my family and dog, outdoor activities, yoga, reading and cooking.

916-734-6274

 

ACC Suite 3700: Cubicle outside Stacy Miller’s office

Hybrid remote

 

Purchasing for Neurology Department & Alzheimer’s Disease Center; processing Aggie Travel faculty.

 

Almost 29 years

 

The staff and faculty are really nice to work with.

 

Gardening and house projects; binge watching shows, movies and sports

916-734-6515; 530-902-6477 (cell)

ACC Suite 3700, Room #3706: I share an office with Sharon Misewich.

Hybrid remote

 

I support Basic Research administration for both the Neurology and Neurological Surgery departments. I support faculty and staff associated with the following research labs: Robert Berman, Orin Bloch, Amy Brooks-Kayal, Gene Gurkoff, Kevin Keenan, Da Zhi Liu, Bruce Lyeth, Ryan Martin, David Richman, Michael Rogawski, Ignacio Saez, Kiarash Shahlaie, Frank Sharp, Boryana Stamova, Jeff Vitt, Ben Waldau, Chun-Yi Wu and Xinhua Zhan. Prior to joining with Neurology, I was department finance manager, then interim chief administrative officer, for Neurological Surgery and an analyst at Sponsored Programs.

 

I have been with the Department of Neurological Surgery since 2012. I've been assisting with both departments for about a year.

I love my fellow Neurology and Neurological Surgery team members. There are no slackers here. Every one of them are such hard workers and so knowledgeable!

 

Sewing, gardening, restoring old houses, and taking my golden retrievers on crazy road trips. Before coming to UC Davis, I was a business analyst/technical writer and I worked in the film industry as a costume maker.

916-734-4478

 

I work remotely 100%.

M-F, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

 

I work on extramural Clinical Trials for Neurology and Neurological surgery. My area of expertise is in pre- and post-award administration. As part of the Finance team, I support Heather Johnson, Molly Lindsay, and Nancy Rudisill. For faculty, I support Drs. Apperson, Brashear, Dayananthan, Duffy, Fink, Guo, Kennedy, Kim, Ng, Pleasure, Vitt, Wheelock, Xiong, Zhang and Zimmermann.

 

I have worked in the Department of Neurology for 2 months.

I really enjoy working with all of the amazing people in the Department of Neurology. I appreciate everyone's willingness to help.

 

I enjoy golfing, surfing, traveling, reading, and watching sports and movies.

916-764-6470

ACC Suite 3700: In a cubicle on the Neurology Department side with the Finance team.

Hybrid remote

I take care of all purchasing and reimbursements for Neurological Surgery. I also do purchasing and reimbursement for Neurology residents. I review credit card purchases for 5 employees and assist our finance manager as needed. I also help with Alzheimer’s Disease Center contracts and grants. I support all faculty and staff in Neurological Surgery. I also support residents in Neurology and work closely with Sharon Misewich with ADC contracts and grants.

 

I started with Neurological Surgery about 4 years ago and have been with Neurology the last 2 years.

I love my team and the people I work with. I also love Stacy and Heather as bosses. I have had the opportunity to grow and learn so much since my transition to Neurology.

 

I love to take walks for some alone time and spend time with my family.

916-731-1532

916-734-6282

 

ACC Suite 3700: In the open cubicle space next to printer/fax machine.

Part-time; 100% remote

I support the education program manager, Tasha Schrock. I’m the Fellowship Coordinator, Residency Program Assistant, Medical Student Coordinator, back-up to Lightning-Bolt department scheduler Toya Millican.

 

9 years

The strong leadership from the top. Our CAO, Stacy Miller, has a vision of bringing teams together, and providing a workplace where growth is encouraged, achievable and appreciated. The high-quality of managing strengthens supervisors, and trickles down to employees. Working with the medical students, residents, and fellows is a rewarding part of my job. I like assisting in every aspect of their academic training.

 

I like to be outdoors: walking, hiking, biking and gardening. Also I love music, reading, coffee and spending time with my family.

916-734-6641

ACC Suite 3700: In the Education space, near the front desk.

Hybrid remote

I manage faculty schedules in Lightning Bolt, and assist with residency coordinating within the Education Team.

 

I’ve worked for the Department of Neurology for a little over a year now, but have been employed with UC Davis for 23 years.

The clear communication amongst teams and the teamwork everyone shows.

 

Blogging, reading, decorating and helping those in need in way I can.

916-734-6552

chatano@ucdavis.edu    

ACC Suite 3700: In the Education space, near the front desk.

Hybrid remote

I provide administrative support and management for the Department of Neurology Fellowship and Medical Student Programs.

 

Since April 2021

I like how I can use the skills I had as a stage manager and also learn new ones, furthering my depth of knowledge and experience.

 

I enjoy reading, crocheting, event planning, learning to play the ukulele and cook vegan meals, and watching “The Office.”

916-703-5514

 

ACC Suite 3740, Room #3758

Hybrid remote

I support our entire staff and faculty and supervise the HR/Academic Personnel team, administrative assistants and our communications specialist.

7 years

The staff and faculty, and the ability to support our faculty to improve the lives of patients with neurological disorders.

 

Running, weight lifting, reading, camping, knitting and taking care of my English Bulldog Violet.

916-734-6279

agschmidt@ucadavis.edu             

 

ACC Suite 3200: second cubicle on the right

Hybrid remote

I’m the administrative assistant to Charles DeCarli, M.D., Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Director. I also coordinate committee meetings and guest lecturers for the ADRC and serve as staff navigator for the Cognitive and Behavioral Division Section. My area of expertise is event planning coordination.

 

Since October 2021

I like working in this department because everyone shares the same vision and is dedicated to providing neurological care for people in Sacramento and beyond.

 

I enjoy traveling, trying new restaurants, going to the movies and spending time with my family.

916-734-6524; 916-591-0998 (cell)

 

100% remote

Monday, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Tuesday, noon-5 p.m.; Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

I work on a variety of communication materials for the Department of Neurology, including a monthly e-mail newsletter called The Brain Wave; articles for The Insider and UC Davis Health Newsroom; department fact sheets; specialty area fliers; and other materials as needed.

 

2 years

I really enjoy working with our amazing faculty and staff. Everyone is dedicated to their jobs, responsive and professional. We’re a great team.

 

I love walking, yoga, reading, drinking coffee and wine, going on family bike rides and playing with our dog Cooper.

916-416-3085

cysuen@ucdavis.edu      

 

I am currently working remotely, but when in office will be located in the Neurological Surgery suite in the front office area.

Hybrid remote

I’m the primary resource and administrator for all academic personnel actions for the Departments of Neurology and Neurological Surgery. Specifically, I assist faculty with appointments, merits, promotions and appraisals.

 

Since September 2021

I’m grateful to have the opportunity to support faculty that do such critical and meaningful work.

 

I spend most of my free time trying to entertain my 7-month-old daughter.

916-703-0313

ACC Suite 3740

Hybrid remote

As part of the HR Academic team, I oversee all staff and academic (faculty/non-faculty) recruitments and support the departments of Neurology and Neurological Surgery.

 

18 months

The support I receive from my direct supervisor and leadership as a whole.

 

Spending time with my family and playing golf.

916-734-6512

 

ACC Suite 3740: at the main entrance

Hybrid remote; In the office Wednesday & Friday, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

For both Neurology and Neurological Surgery I handle HR issues; payroll; credentialing; billing and licensing requirements; benefit changes; leaves; department compliance; academic reappointments; analyzing university and departmental policies and procedures re-classes; labor and relations; administrative support for NSGs and APPs; and observer requests. In Neurology, I support Stacy Miller, Jennifer Aten, Heather Johnson, faculty and employees.

 

2 years with Neurology; 3 years with Neurological Surgery

The solid and strong support and leadership of the department, and the people I work with.

 

Doing anything with my family, especially with my nieces and nephews; decorating/creating anything, and eating!

916-734-6312; 925-980-4262 (cell)

 

ACC Suite 3730: to the right of the main Neurology office. However, I have 3 school-aged children (ages 12, 9 and 6) who are attending school virtually, so I have been working primarily from home during the pandemic.

Generally from 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. when on-site. While working remotely, I am usually online between 7:45 a.m.-6 p.m. I will also flex my time and work later in the evenings or on weekends, depending on my children's school schedules. I am always available on my cell phone.

I am the Clinical Research Manager and I oversee all human subject research studies, outside of the Alzheimer’s Disease Center operations (the ADC has a separate Research Manager, Martha Forloines). My area of expertise is with the start-up and management of clinical trials. I support all department faculty who are conducting human subject research. I also serve as a resource for the ADC faculty and their projects, when needed. On my team, I currently oversee 1 Sr. CRC, 6 CRCs and 2 Asst. CRCs.

 

For 15 years as of March 2020. I started as an Assistant Study Coordinator in March 2005, was promoted to a Clinical Research Coordinator in 2007 and then promoted to Senior Clinical Research Coordinator in 2010. I remained as a Sr. CRC until transitioning into my current position, initially as an interim manager in late 2018 and then officially in early 2019.

The staff and the faculty. I have spent the bulk of my career in this department and I am hoping to retire from here as well (fingers crossed!). We have the best staff and we can really trust and rely on each other to do our jobs to the best of our abilities. The communication and teamwork are also outstanding.

I love to cook and I also make jams and jellies. My daughters are really into their 4-H Club and so I've learned how to raise pigs along with my oldest daughter over the past few years. I also aspire to be a great home gardener, but it's a work in progress! And my husband and I love all things wine, wine tasting and food and wine pairing.

916-734-6660; 916-202-4094 (cell)

 

ACC Suite 3730: I share a space with Molly Lindsay.

I am currently working remotely 100%. Normally, I would work 4 tens, telecommuting on Wednesdays and off on Fridays. My kids are now back in school for half-days, so I tend to flex my hours and work at least a few hours on Fridays, as well. I shift my hours as needed for department needs.

I am responsible for all of the IRB submissions in the department. I am essentially our Regulatory and Compliance analyst. I am your source for anything related to IRB or HIPAA in research. I support anyone and everyone performing Human Subjects Research, from medical students to faculty. Many of our resources are divided between the Alzheimer’s Disease Center and the rest of the department, but I help everyone.

 

I have been at UC Davis for about 15.5 years, 13.5 of them in Neurology. I was previously in Infectious Diseases.

I love the support of everyone in the department. We all seem to work well together and take pride in our work. It's a wonderful team. I also think it's incredibly exciting to see the innovations that come out of our research.

 

I enjoy running and yoga (I'm a certified instructor and taught a class to our Admin team last year). I love being outside, hiking, reading, wine and coffee. I'm a single mom of two amazing kids. My daughter is 9 (4th grade), and my son is 7 (2nd grade).