Frank Cervone

Dr. Frank Cervone serves as the BSISDA 2-Year Program Coordinator at San Jose State University's School of Information, where he coordinates the Bachelor of Science in Information Science and Data Analytics program. With extensive experience in senior information technology leadership roles across education and healthcare sectors, Dr. Cervone brings significant industry expertise to his academic position.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Management and Information Systems, Northcentral University (2007)
• Master of Public Health, University of Essex (2018)
• Master of Science Education in Online Teaching and Learning, California State University East Bay (2001)
• Master of Business Administration in Information Systems, Northcentral University (2002)
• Master of Arts in Integrated Professional Studies in Information Technology Management, DePaul University (1999)
• Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (Computer Science), Governors State University (1986)

Dr. Cervone's research and teaching interests span critical areas in modern information science, with particular emphasis on health informatics applications, cybersecurity frameworks, and information privacy concerns. His work bridges theoretical knowledge with practical implementation in healthcare settings, reflecting his extensive professional background. He focuses on how knowledge management principles can be effectively applied in complex organizational environments, particularly in healthcare systems where information security and patient privacy are paramount concerns. His interest in information visualization reflects the growing need to present complex data in accessible formats for decision-makers across various sectors.

As a founding member of the International Collaboratory for Knowledge Management Research (ICKMR), Dr. Cervone actively contributes to advancing knowledge management practices globally. He maintains professional affiliations with both HIMSS (Health Information Management Systems Society) and AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association), demonstrating his commitment to staying current with industry standards and practices in health information management.

Dr. Cervone teaches multiple courses including INFM 206 (Electronic Records Foundations), INFM 208 (Information Security-Information Assurance), INFM 210 (Health Informatics), and various ISDA courses covering privacy, security, information assurance, and information visualization. His teaching approach emphasizes practical application of theoretical concepts, drawing from his extensive professional experience in healthcare IT leadership positions.