Sonoran Alumni Association Board

Welcome from the Alumni Association

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Purpose

The Alumni Association is the official association of Sonoran University of Health Sciences graduates. We organize social events, raise funds for the association, and provide a variety of benefits and services that help alumni excel as healthcare professionals while maintaining connections to Sonoran University and fellow graduates. 

For more information, please contact the Sonoran University alumni office at alumni@sonoran.edu.

 

Mission Statement 

Our Alumni Association mission at Sonoran University of Health Sciences, formerly SCNM, is to support and empower our alumni as well as current and future students. We provide relevant resources for successful development and management strategies to ensure sustained success for our graduates from all degree programs. We promote a natural and comprehensive approach to health and nutrition and strategically inform and educate the public about the effectiveness of natural health and nutrition. We positively impact our communities through various relevant platforms.

 

Elected and General Members 

Elected Members General Members

President, Amanda Alexander, ND

a.alexander@sonoran.edu

Vice President, De Adrea Fontaine, ND

dr.fontaine30@gmail.com

Turshá Hamilton, ND

Cara Sandell, MSCN, CNS

Tracy Wooten, NMD

Lynn Killips, MSCN, CNS

Marcus Shams, ND

 

Alumni Association Business Buds Podcast

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The Sonoran University Alumni Association is pleased to announce our podcast series, Alumni Business Buds, featuring Sonoran University Alumni sharing valuable business information. 

Why we created this series: 

  • To highlight different business models, strategies, and opportunities
  • To reignite excitement about what we do and how we can make a huge impact
  • To showcase the success of our alumni and to inspire new possibilities within the profession
  • To give back to our community through a platform that supports information sharing
  • To stir up interest in the Alumni Association and the activities we are doing
  • To share information in a way that's easily accessible and easy to listen to "on the go"

 

Business Buds Podcast Library

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    Dr. Samm Pryce

     

    Alumni Business Buds Episode 1: Dr. Samm Pryce & Dr. Amanda Alexander

     
    Dr. Pryce shares insights about setting up and operating a concierge practice and strategies for practicing in licensed and unlicensed states.
     
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    Dr. Jennifer Bahr

     

    Alumni Business Buds Episode 2: Dr. Jennifer Bahr

     

    In this episode, Dr. Bahr explains how she created a thriving, virtual practice with a unique niche. She candidly shares insights about financial strategies, connecting with possible patients via social media, and the team-based approach that helps her practice thrive.  

     

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    Dr. Marcus Shams

     

    Alumni Business Buds Episode 3: Dr. Marcus Shams

     

    In this episode, Dr. Marcus Shams shares with us how he started a mobile IV clinic that serves metro Phoenix! He generously shares how he was able to start up and fund his thriving practice as it expands.

     

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    Dr. Alan Christianson

     

    Alumni Business Buds Episode 4: Dr. Alan Christianson 

     

    In this episode, Dr. Alan Christianson explains the evolution of his medical practice and how it was financed. He also shares insight about various avenues to connect with potential patients including writing books. As a semi-retired, renowned naturopathic doctor, Dr. Christianson reminds us to be courageous because we have wonderful opportunities to support our patients.

     

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    Tax Time Tips Part 1

     

    Alumni Business Buds Episode 5: Tax Time Tips Part 1  

     

    Please join Amanda Alexander, ND, M.Ed, in the first part of this two-part series as she interviews Channika Daniels, MAFM, EA, and Rhett Butler, CPA. Listen to learn more about the dos and don’ts for this year’s tax season.

     

    Channika Daniels is an Enrolled Agent and Tax Resolution Specialist at New Beginnings One Stop Tax Relief & Preparation.

     

    Rhett Butler is the Managing Partner at Butler & Miller, CPA PLLC.

     

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    Alumni Business Buds Episode 5: Tax Time Tips Part 2 

     

    Alumni Business Buds Episode 5: Tax Time Tips Part 2 

     

    Please join Amanda Alexander, ND, M.Ed, in the second part of this two-part series as she interviews Channika Daniels, MAFM, EA, and Rhett Butler, CPA. Listen to learn more about the dos and don’ts for this year’s tax season.

     

    Channika Daniels is an Enrolled Agent and Tax Resolution Specialist at New Beginnings One Stop Tax Relief & Preparation.

     

    Rhett Butler is the Managing Partner at Butler & Miller, CPA PLLC.

     

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    Jenny Noland, MS, CNS, CNGS, CKNS, MBA, LDN

     

    Alumni Business Buds Episode 6: Jenny Noland, MS, CNS, CNGS, CKNS, MBA, LDN (2021)

    Jenny is a highly trained functional nutritionist and is one of the few with triple board certifications credentialed by the American Nutrition Association as a Certified Nutrition Specialist, Nutritional Genomics Specialist, and Ketogenic Nutrition Specialist.​ Jenny specializes in digestive and endocrine functions and integrative oncology nutrition care.

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    Taking a highly personalized, multifaceted, and comprehensive approach, Jenny has successfully guided hundreds of clients with complex chronic health issues to overcome their health challenges. She continues her journey to serve with a mission: to spread the word about the importance of nutrition and wellness and make a positive difference in those she can reach to achieve their vibrant health.

     


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    Ask Alumni - How to Ace NPLEX

     

    Dr. Jamie Flanery, Dr. Alaa Gerais, Dr. Robert Greathouse, Dr. Amanda Grischow, and Dr. Alexandra Mele.

     

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    Ask Alumni

     

    Drs. Karthik and Samantha Ramanan 

     

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    Ask Alumni - College of Nutrition Student Event

     

    Cara Sandall, MSCN

    Lynn Killips, MSCN

    Jenny Noland, MSCN

    Claudia DeSantis, MSCN

     

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