
David Rex
Diagnosing Complexity. Advancing Innovation.
A strategic healthcare, education, and public service leader with a proven record of building agile organizations, leading operational transformations, advancing workforce development and driving clinical excellence.
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Dave is a seasoned leader with a distinguished career spanning public service, healthcare, and education. He specializes in delivering collaborative, innovative, and data-driven strategies that drive organizational growth and excellence.
With a strong commitment to research and analytical insight, Dave identifies unique pathways to optimize initiatives, projects, and programs. His ability to synthesize diverse experiences, champion inclusive ideas, and communicate with precision and adaptability consistently elevates outcomes and advances institutional success.
Competencies
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⏵ below to listen to a podcast-style overview of Dave's profile, generated by Gemini.Drawing on more than two decades of professional and volunteer experience, Dave leads, manages, and inspires with a dynamic blend of integrated service, strategic vision, and formative communication. His diverse background fosters strong partnerships, drives shared success, and builds resilient, high-performing teams.
Leadership & Management Experience
Leading by connecting critical thinking with human-centered innovation, building cultures where inquiry, collaboration, and future-readiness thrive.
Dave transforms strategy into action, systems into solutions, and ideas into measurable success.
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Associate Center Director | 2025 - Present
Partner with the Center Director to manage daily operations, workforce development, and KPI-driven performance, advancing production efficiency, quality assurance, and donor-experience outcomes through disciplined oversight of compliance, training, facilities, and inventory systems.
Collaborations:
Health System Leadership, Staff, Donors; Regulatory Leadership, Staff; General Public

Manager, Health & Medical Programs | 2023 - 2025
Led strategic development and operational management of healthcare education programs, aligning academic offerings with workforce needs through partnerships and data-driven innovation.
Collaborations:
Academic Leadership, Faculty, Staff, Students; Health System Leadership, Staff; Workforce Leadership, Staff; General Public

Associate Director Partnerships & Strategic Operations | 2021-2023
Directed global partnership operations and cross-functional strategies to streamline systems, enhance efficiency, and expand international and domestic education and collaboration initiatives.
Collaborations:
Academic Leadership, Medical Colleges, Naturopathic Colleges, Physicians, Residents; Health System Leadership; International Healthcare Organizations

Director Continuing Education | 2018-2021
Oversaw the strategic leadership, fiscal management, and innovation of continuing education programs, at a four-year public university, driving institutional growth through data-informed program design and external partnerships.
Collaborations:
Academic Leadership, Faculty, Staff, Students; Workforce Leadership, Staff; Community Leadership; General Public

Director Healthcare Solutions | 2017-2018
Recruited to lead the entrepreneurial transformation and operational optimization of healthcare education programs, integrating market research and digital learning innovation to expand institutional reach and impact.
Collaborations:
Academic Leadership, Faculty, Staff, Students; Workforce Leadership, Staff; Community Leadership; General Public
What Colleagues Say
Excerpts from 360 evaluations
Education, Training & Development Experience
Designing and leading future-driven education systems that integrate interdisciplinary science, strategic innovation, and learner-centered program architecture. A seasoned instructor and educational architect, Dave demonstrates leadership across academic innovation, curriculum development, and operational management—driving initiatives that align excellence in learning with strategic institutional growth.
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Director Allied Health Education | 2013-2017
Provided strategic, academic, and operational leadership across Allied Health division, overseeing accredited healthcare programs, faculty development, and fiscal stewardship while expanding workforce partnerships, launching innovative curricula, and delivering instruction that advanced student success and institutional excellence.
Collaborations:
Academic Leadership, Faculty, Staff, Students; Health System Leadership, Staff; Workforce Leadership, Staff; General Public
Accolades:

Instructor | 2013
Delivered dynamic, student-centered healthcare instruction and academic advising, fostering engagement, retention, and academic achievement across diverse learner populations.
Collaborations:
Academic Leadership, Faculty, Staff, Students; Health System Leadership

Instructor | 2012-2013
Taught and developed healthcare curricula emphasizing applied learning and student engagement, enhancing academic outcomes and workforce readiness.
Collaborations:
Academic Leadership, Faculty, Staff, Students; Health System Leadership

Director Paramedic Program | 2008-2012
Provided comprehensive leadership, supervision, and instruction for a nationally accredited paramedic program, ensuring excellence in clinical training, accreditation, and educational outcomes.
Collaborations:
Academic Leadership, Faculty, Staff, Students; Workforce Leadership, Staff; Health System Leadership, Physicians; Community Leadership; General Public
What Students Say
Excerpts from student surveys and tenure reviews
Healthcare Experience
Integrating scientific rigor with human-centered care strategies to build therapeutic systems that improve outcomes, streamline delivery, and elevate clinical practice. Dave brings experience grounded in healthcare service, clinical operations, and emergency management—focused on enhancing patient outcomes, ensuring operational preparedness, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.
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Medical Assistant | 2007-2008
Delivered comprehensive patient care in a multi-specialty clinical environment, optimizing workflows and clinical efficiency through advanced EMR utilization and patient engagement.
Collaborations:
Health System Leadership, Physicians, Nurses, Staff; Patients; General Public

Poison Information Specialist | 2006-2007
Provided expert toxicology consultation and emergency response support, integrating research, clinical decision-making, and data analytics to advance regional public health initiatives.
Collaborations:
Health System Leadership, Physicians, Nurses, Staff; Patients; General Public

Medical Contractor | 2003-2006
Led the establishment and operation of medical facilities across conflict zones, delivering emergency and primary care under austere conditions while ensuring clinical and logistical excellence.
Collaborations:
Health System Leadership, Physicians; Military / DoD / DoS Leadership, Staff; International Organization / NGO Leadership, Staff; Local Community Leadership; Patients
Accolades:

Medical Contractor | 2002-2003
Delivered emergency medical services and system leadership within Riyadh’s largest trauma center, advancing hospital-based EMS systems, training programs and high-profile clinical operations.
Collaborations:
Health System Leadership, Physicians; Patients; International Organization Leadership, Staff; Aristocratic Leadership, Staff; Local Community Leadership; General Public

Flight Paramedic | 2000-2002
Provided advanced life support and critical care transport via air medical operations, supporting interagency collaboration and regional healthcare system integration.
Collaborations:
Health System Leadership, Physicians; Patients; Local Community Leadership; General Public
Accolades:

Paramedic | 1995-2000
Served as a frontline paramedic in a countywide emergency system, leading specialized response operations and public engagement initiatives to enhance EMS visibility and readiness.
Collaborations:
Health System Leadership, Physicians; Patients; Local Community Leadership; General Public
Accolades:
What Patients Say
Excerpts from patient letters
Volunteer Experience
Championing service-driven ecosystems where leadership, mentorship, and community impact intersect to fuel sustainable, equitable, and accessible growth and restoration.
It is an honor to contribute leadership and expertise to organizations whose mission is to deliver meaningful contributions and create lasting impact in both local and global communities.
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Medical Volunteer | 1999-2004
Delivered frontline medical care and coordinated humanitarian logistics during international disaster and conflict responses, supporting public health recovery and relief operations.
Collaborations:
Health System Leadership, Physicians; Patients; International Organization / NGO Leadership, Staff; Military Leadership (UN), Staff; Local Community Leadership, General Public

Soccer Coach | 1998-2001
Mentored youth athletes in leadership, teamwork, and resilience, guiding the program to its first state finals placement through structured coaching and development.
Collaborations:
Local Community Leadership; Non-profit Leadership; Parents, Youth, Teens

Youth Mentor | 1997-2000
Led youth and teen intervention programs focused on mentorship, education, and community engagement to foster wellness and prevent high-risk behaviors.
Collaborations:
Local Community Leadership; Non-profit Leadership; Parents, Youth, Teens

Camp Counselor | 1996-1999
Provided healthcare supervision, education, and mentorship to children with Type 1 diabetes, fostering empowerment and lifelong health management skills.
Collaborations:
Local Community Leadership; Non-profit Leadership; Parents, Youth, Teens
A strong, evidence-based education grounded in data and scientific principles, providing the critical thinking, analytical expertise, and applied knowledge necessary to assess, recommend, and implement meaningful change and lasting growth.
Formal Education
Educated across disciplines, specializing in translating scientific mastery into systems innovation by building structures that anticipate the future, not react to it.
It has been a distinct privilege to study at institutions where scientific rigor, critical inquiry, and interdisciplinary collaboration shaped not just my education, but the foundation of my work at the intersection of healthcare, education, and leadership.
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Master of Medical Science (MMSc) | 2020
Completed advanced graduate studies in molecular medicine and biomedical sciences, developing a strong foundation in clinical research, human pathology, and evidence-based healthcare practice.
Omega Nu Lambda National Honor Society

Master of Chemical & Life Science (MCLS) | 2020
Engaged in rigorous, research-oriented coursework in molecular biology, genetics, and biochemistry, strengthening scientific analysis and applied problem-solving across interdisciplinary life sciences.

Bachelor of Science in Paramedicine (BSc) | 1995
Graduated top of class from a nationally accredited, upper-division paramedicine program recognized for academic rigor, clinical excellence, and leadership preparation in emergency medical sciences.
Professional Development
Equipped with interdisciplinary certifications, earned through on-going professional development, that convert knowledge into action. Each credential earned in direct pursuit of improving healthcare, advancing education, and elevating community outcomes through measurable, mission-driven solutions.
< > between credentials for an expanded view. Selecting the title will take you to the credentials verification.Clinical Medical Assistant NHA | Community Health Worker WADoH, NMDoH | Pediatric Community Health Worker WADoH |Mental Health First Aid Instructor NCMW | Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice IFM | National HIV Curriculum UW-IDEA | National HIV PREP Curriculum UW-IDEA | National STD Curriculum UW-IDEA | Becoming an Ethical Researcher OpenU | BCLS Provider AHA | Understanding Science OpenU | Antibiotic Resistance OpenU | Biosafety Officer CITI | Biomedical Research CITI | Good Clinical Practice (GCP) CITI | Clinical Research Coordinator CITI | Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) CITI | The Science of Nutrition OpenU | COVID Immunology, Vaccines, Epidemiology OpenU
HCA WADoH (exp) | Poison Specialist WADoH (exp) | Paramedic NREMT (exp) |Paramedic IDBoM (exp)
Mindfulness IBM | Emotional Intelligence CWU | Workplace Communication OpenU
A broad and rigorous educational foundation, strengthened by hands-on experience and targeted professional development, has cultivated a high-impact competencies profile, uniquely suited for success across diverse roles, industries, and leadership environments; turning complex challenges into actionable solutions that reshape healthcare, education, and community well-being.
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Qualitative descriptions of actionable skills
Ongoing publications reflecting a cross-sector commitment to evidence-informed practice, leadership innovation, and mission-aligned impact. Privileged to contribute insights that expand the knowledge base and advance systems-level strategy.
DOI link in a description will take you to the publication. Clicking ⏵ in the audio summary will play a summary by Gemini.Toward a Comprehensive Framework for Wellness: Justifying a 12-Dimensional Model.
This paper introduces a comprehensive 12-dimension model of wellness that captures the full spectrum of what shapes human well-being—from physical and emotional health to identity, culture, environment, and the digital world. Grounded in empirical criteria and cross-disciplinary evidence, the model clarifies what each dimension means, why it matters, and how it can be measured and improved. It provides a practical, equity-focused framework that organizations can use to understand, assess, and strengthen whole-person and population wellness.
Rex, D. (2024). Toward a Comprehensive Framework for Wellness: Justifying a 12-Dimensional Model. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15446975
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E³ Theory: A Unified Model of Human Motivation, Identity, and Psychological Regulation.
E³ Theory explains how people develop, regulate themselves, and pursue meaning by viewing the self as a dynamic system of three parts: Essence (our biological and emotional core), Embodiment (our capacity to act and adapt), and Ethos (our internal values and ideals). It unifies insights from neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, and trauma studies to show how well-being emerges from the system’s ability to balance need, action, and meaning. The result is a practical framework for understanding motivation, mental health, and identity as an ongoing process of self-authorship.
Rex, D. (2025). E³ Theory: A Unified Model of Human Motivation, Identity, and Psychological Regulation. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15398878
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Facing 'isms' and Phobias: A Framework for Bias Awareness, Disruption, and Restorative Action.
This article explains how everyday prejudice and systemic bias take root through subtle cognitive habits, social pressures, and structural norms—not just overt hostility. It provides a clear, research-grounded framework for recognizing, interrupting, and transforming patterns of racism, sexism, homophobia, ableism, and other “isms” through listening, decentering, reflection, and intentional action. Designed for education, leadership, healthcare, and justice settings, it offers both insight and practical guidance for moving from performative allyship to genuine, sustained equity work.
Rex, D. (2025). Facing 'isms' and Phobias: A Framework for Bias Awareness, Disruption, and Restorative Action. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15392347
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Reconstructing Reason in AI: An ESSIM Model to Address Structural Failures in Large Language Systems
This paper explains why today’s large language models can sound intelligent yet still lack reliable reasoning, tracing their failures to deep architectural issues such as unfiltered training data, erased provenance, and post-hoc alignment. It introduces the ESSIM Model—an epistemically stratified, semantically integrated, morally reasoning architecture—as a foundational redesign that embeds structure, verification, and ethical constraints directly into the model rather than layering them on after the fact. The result is a principled blueprint for building AI systems capable of transparent, trustworthy, and context-aware reasoning.
Rex, D. (2025). Reconstructing Reason in AI: An ESSIM Model to Address Structural Failures in Large Language Systems. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15778833
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