Colleen Talbot

Colleen Talbot, PhD, is the Associate Dean, Academic Affairs and Professor of Physiology at the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific - Northwest, Western University of Health Sciences. She has held academic positions since 2010, progressing from Assistant Professor to Professor at California State University, San Bernardino before joining WesternU. Her research focuses on epithelial ion transport mechanisms in diverse systems, employing electrophysiology and molecular techniques.

• Education:
  • Ph.D., Animal Physiology, University of Chicago, 1993
  • M.S., Biology/Physiology, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, 1988
  • B.S., Biology (cum laude), California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, 1985

Her research interests include characterizing ion transporters and channels in epithelial tissues, with emphasis on hormonal and cellular regulatory pathways. Notable awards include the 2019 Distinguished Teacher Award and multiple recognitions for mentorship and teaching excellence.

Dr. Talbot has contributed to over 20 peer-reviewed publications and presentations on topics ranging from ion transport physiology to medical education diversity initiatives. Her work bridges basic science and applied educational strategies to enhance health professional training.