Kimberly Rusk

Kimberly Rusk is an Assistant Professor and Graduate Program Director in Healthcare Administration at Loyola University Chicago's Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health. She holds a BSN from the University of Illinois at Chicago, an MS in Health Sciences from George Washington University, and an EdD from Vanderbilt University. Her expertise spans leadership, clinical operations, and healthcare equity, with a focus on improving communication, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance in healthcare systems.

Dr. Rusk is committed to innovative education through technologies like augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and simulation-based training. She emphasizes experiential learning to democratize access to healthcare education and foster ethical, person-centered leadership. Her work includes advocating for clinical trial participation and advancing healthcare accessibility through systemic improvements.

As a dedicated educator and administrator, she prioritizes collaboration, critical thinking, and reducing barriers in healthcare delivery and education. Her professional activities include board memberships, invited speaking engagements, and a focus on disrupting traditional paradigms to promote equality and resilience in healthcare systems.