Natalie D. Novak

Natalie D. Novak serves as an Assistant Professor at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) School of Health Services Administration, teaching graduate-level Healthcare Administration courses and previously instructing Public Health Statistics at the University of South Florida.

Her academic credentials include:

• Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications (Broadcast News concentration) from University of South Florida (2017)
• Master of Science in Biomedical Ethics from LECOM (2020)
• Doctor of Healthcare Administration from LECOM (2023)

Dr. Novak's research integrates Healthcare Administration with Biomedical Ethics, focusing on substance abuse prevention systems and community health resilience. Her doctoral dissertation examined the integration of Biomedical Ethicist roles within healthcare delivery frameworks, emphasizing practical applications for vulnerable populations through education-driven behavioral change initiatives.

Her professional recognition includes:

• Nomination for Manatee Chamber of Commerce’s Champions of Healthcare Awards (2025)

As a community catalyst, she served as Prevention Director for Manatee County’s Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition, developing youth-focused prevention programs and grant-funded initiatives. Her national influence is demonstrated through speaking engagements at SAMHSA’s Prevention Day, CSAP’s National Advisory Committee, and Florida school superintendent conferences, alongside media appearances as a substance abuse prevention expert on ABC Suncoast 7.