Texas AHEC East Program Office Team

Texas Area Health Education Center (AHEC) East

Program Office Team

Keiser, Philip, MD
Professor, Associate Dean for Public Health Practice
Dr. Keiser is the local health authority for Galveston County, a rural area in which the Program Office is located. Dr. Keiser's primary interest is in the care and treatment of HIV and its related infections. He has been actively treating HIV infected individuals for over 20 years. He is the Chairman of the Texas AIDS Drug Assistance Program Advisory Board in the Principal Investigator for the Texas Oklahoma AIDS Education Center. Dr. Keiser has been actively involved in HIV clinical research and has been an investigator in over 50 clinical trials. Since 2006, Dr. Keiser has been involved in the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief and has been involved in HIV clinical care, teaching and research in Kenya. He has an active clinical research program that is centered on the outcomes of patients treated with anti-retroviral medications in Central Kenya
Kimberly Moore

Program Manager, AHEC, AETC & Prevention Health Programs
Kimberly Moore oversees Texas AHEC East, the Texas South Central AIDS Education and Training Center (AETC), and the Ryan White HIV/AIDS, HIV Prevention, and Cardiovascular Target Blood Pressure Programs. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and has over 30 years of experience in program leadership, grant compliance, education, community outreach, and public health development. Kimberly uses data-driven strategies to improve patient outcomes and expand healthcare access across Southeast Texas. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, daughters, and grandchildren.
Faeeza Faruq, MPH
Program Manager, Texas AHEC East
Faeeza joined Texas AHEC East in April of 2022 as a program manager. She holds an MPH in Epidemiology with a focus on global health. She is particularly interested in health equity, capacity building, and community engagement. Faeeza comes to AHEC with over 7 years of experience in the nonprofit healthcare sector with extensive knowledge in strategic planning, database management, continuing education, and global health partnerships. Faeeza hopes to integrate her diverse skills and experiences to create an even more robust and sustainable AHEC program. When not at work, you can find her enjoying life on the beach just blocks away from the Texas AHEC East program office.
Thelma Taylor, MHRM, MHSS, BS, CSM
Program Manager, Texas AHEC East & South Central Aids Education & Training Center
Thelma joined the team in April 2022 as the Program Manager for Texas AETC South Central and AHEC East. She holds an M.S. in Human and Social Services and Human Resource Management. Thelma brings over nine years of experience in social services, project management, and program development. She has worked extensively in the foster care system, managed crisis response efforts, supported community outreach initiatives, and overseen data and policy implementation projects. Thelma also has a strong interest in public health education, particularly around HIV and diabetes awareness. She looks forward to contributing her knowledge and skills to support the ongoing work of the AETC and AHEC programs.
Kristin Winzer, M.Ed

Manager of Communications and Community Initiatives, AHEC
Kristin Winzer, M.Ed., is a strategic communicator and brand & messaging builder who specializes in translating institutional missions into compelling stories and creative assets. With a strong background in educational leadership and a passion for collaborative, mission-driven work, Kristin partners across teams to elevate the voice and visual identity of the organization. At UTMB she leads efforts to align messaging, develop engaging communications and strengthen AHECs brand, ensuring clarity, cohesion and impact.
Brianna Daum, MPH

Research Fellow
Brianna joined the team in November 2023 as a Research Fellow for Texas AHEC East. She holds an MPH in Epidemiology from the University of Texas Medical Branch. Brianna will use her experience and background in public health and health communication to develop programs and educational resources that enhance healthcare education and workforce development. She is excited to collaborate in the AHEC program to provide actional recommendations for improvement tailored to the community’s needs.
Bradley Brock
Coordinator II
Bradley joined the Center for Global & Community Health in November 2015 with a background in education, information technology, and private practice medical administration. His experiences allow him to function in a capacity that will be able to handle a wide variety of projects and tasks. With a strong interest in community outreach and support, volunteering, and a positive attitude he hopes to make a positive impact in the AHEC department at UTMB.
Joedicy Calvillo

Coordinator II, AETC/AHEC

Program Office Team

Program Office Team

Keiser, Philip, MD

Kimberly Moore

Faeeza Faruq, MPH

Thelma Taylor, MHRM, MHSS, BS, CSM

Kristin Winzer, M.Ed

Brianna Daum, MPH

Bradley Brock

Joedicy Calvillo