Program Faculty

 

David Hughes

Program Director

 

Professional Background

David Hughes has been the Director of the Respiratory Therapy Program since 2008.  Prior to that, he served as Clinical Coordinator, starting in 1999.  During his career as a respiratory therapist, he has held a number of positions as a clinician and educator.  In addition to his position at Rockingham Community College, David's professional background includes:

David received an associate in applied science degree in respiratory therapy from J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College in Richmond, Virginia.  Additionally, he holds a bachelor of arts degree in religion from Averett College, and a master's in divinity from Southeastern Seminary.

He is an active member of the American Association for Respiratory Care, North Carolina Society for Respiratory Care, and North Carolina Association of Respiratory Educators. 

 

Credentials

 

 

Dr. Ed Hawkins

Medical Director

 

Professional Background

Dr. Ed Hawkins has served as the Medical Director since the program started in 1998.  He received his bachelor of science degree from Auburn University, and his doctoral degree in medicine from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.  Dr. Hawkins completed his residency in internal medicine at Carraway Methodist Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama.  He is board certified in internal medicine as well as pulmonary medicine, and is a member of the American College of Chest Physicians. 

Dr. Hawkins maintains a private practice in Reidsville, North Carolina.  He is associated with Annie Penn Hospital in Reidsville, which is part of the Moses Cone Health System.  Dr. Hawkins serves on the board of directors of the Moses Cone Health System and the Annie Penn Community Trust.

 

 

 

Vickie Chitwood

Clinical Coordinator

 

Professional Background

Vickie Chitwood served as an instructor with the Respiratory Therapy Program since 2003.  In 2008, she was appointed Clinical Coordinator of the program.  She possesses 25 years of experience as a respiratory therapist, and has worked in a variety of professional positions.

She received her associate degree in applied science in respiratory therapy from the Jefferson College of Health Sciences in Roanoke, Virginia, a bachelor of science degree in healthcare services from the California College of Health Sciences, and is currently pursuing her master's degree from Old Dominion University.

Vickie is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and maintaining clinical instruction and professional experiences at our affiliate healthcare organizations.  Additionally, she offers her professional expertise in the laboratory and lecture components of the respiratory therapy courses. 

 

Credentials

 

 

Tom Harding

Dean of Health Sciences

 

Professional Background

Tom Harding served as Director of the Respiratory Therapy Program since it started in 1998 until 2008.  He possesses 37 years experience in the field of respiratory therapy, and has held positions as a clinician, manager, and educator during that time period.  In addition to his positions at Rockingham Community College, Tom's professional background includes:

He received his formal respiratory therapy education at the Community College of Philadelphia.  Additionally, Tom holds a bachelor of arts degree in healthcare administration from Ottawa University and a master of science degree in organizational management from Pfeiffer University, where he graduated summa cum laude. 

Tom is a member of the American Association for Respiratory Care, North Carolina Society for Respiratory Care, North Carolina Association of Respiratory Educators, and North Carolina Community College Faculty Association.  He also serves as an accreditation site visitor for the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care.  In addition to his duties as divisional dean, Tom is responsible for teaching two courses each year to respiratory therapy students, and maintains an active role in the program.

 

Credentials

 

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