Idaho AHEC Welcomes New Program Director, Dr. Christopher T. Owens

Owens brings a wealth of experience in health care education, public health, and ethics to his new role. In addition to his leadership at Idaho AHEC, he serves as the Associate Vice President for Health Sciences at Idaho State University, Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the L.S. Skaggs College of Pharmacy, and holds a joint appointment in the ISU School of Nursing. With over 20 years of experience in teaching, clinical practice, and publishing on healthcare topics such as pharmacotherapy, ethics, and public health, Owens has been a key player in advancing interprofessional education. He has collaborated extensively with the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine and has a long history of service with Idaho Medicaid and the Southeastern Idaho Medical Reserve Corps.

Owens is passionate about improving health care access and training in rural and underserved areas. His leadership will be instrumental in driving Idaho AHEC’s mission to address healthcare disparities and strengthen the healthcare workforce across the state.