Faculty & Staff

Dr. Zablosky is a distinguished professional with a diverse background spanning education and healthcare. She achieved her Ph.D. in Kinesiology from Texas Woman’s University in May 2012, with a research focus on the “Assessment of Burnout in Athletic Training.” Her academic journey also includes an M.S. in Kinesiology with a Minor in Athletic Training from the University of North Texas, along with a B.S. in Exercise and Sports Science, specializing in Athletic Training, and a Minor in Biology from Tarleton State University.

Currently holding the position of Chair and Associate Professor in the Department of Personalized Health and Well-Being, Dr. Zablosky plays a pivotal role in the administration and development of educational programs.

Dr. Zablosky boasts an extensive career, notably as an Associate Professor of Health and Wellness at Paul Quinn College. Here, she served as the founding department head for the college’s inaugural bachelor’s degree program in Health and Wellness. Her unwavering commitment to curriculum development, faculty leadership, and student advisement made a substantial impact on the program’s remarkable success.

In addition to her academic achievements, Dr. Zablosky has made significant contributions to the field of healthcare as a Clinical Athletic Trainer at Sports Medicine-Children’s Medical Center. Her comprehensive care, expertise in concussion testing, rehabilitation, and injury prevention have benefited numerous patients.

Dr. Zablosky is a dynamic and accomplished professional with a multifaceted career dedicated to advancing health and wellness through education and healthcare expertise.

Dr. Liew-Newville is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist with a robust background in public health nutrition, community outreach, and nutrition education. She earned her Ed.D. in Education Leadership with an emphasis in Health Sciences from the University of the Cumberlands, KY. Her dissertation research on food insecurity among college students underscores her commitment to impactful, evidence-based nutrition practices. Dr. Liew-Newville has notably advanced the field through innovative education and leadership, including founding the Dietetics Simulation and Nutrition Center at Tarrant County College. Her role as Chair for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Asian Americans Pacific Islanders (AAPI MIG) group highlights her dedication to inclusion and leadership development. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, reading spy novels, and watching Asian dramas.

Dr. Gillespie is an Associate Professor in the Department of Personalized Health & Well-Being. She is one of the first International Board of Lifestyle Medicine certified Registered Dietitians with over 30 years of experience across a broad spectrum of dietetics including clinical, oncology and cardiovascular research, renal, health promotion, and public health education. She is recognized as a Distinguished Fellow in the Nutrition and Dietetics Academy in the National Academies of Practice.

Dr. Gillespie earned a B.S. in Dietetics from Miami University, a M.S. in Nutrition & Dietetics from Saint Louis University, and an EdD in Health Professions Education from A.T. Still University. She is also a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, an Associate Certified Coach through the International Coach Federation, and on faculty with Wellcoaches.

During her time at UNTHSC, Dr. Gillespie has been a leader in developing distance education programming and providing nutrition, emotional intelligence, culinary and lifestyle medicine education. She served as the Program Director for the Graduate Certificate in Lifestyle Health and the founding Interim Chair of the Department of Lifestyle Health Sciences which has grown into the Department of Personalized Health & Well-Being.

She enjoys traveling and learning about different countries and cultures and is passionate about nutrition education and health coaching.

Cynthia earned her M.A. in Education and Human Development with a Concentration in Organizational Leadership and Learning from The George Washington University, and a B.S. in Interdisciplinary Social Science with a Concentration in Psychology and Sociology from James Madison University. She is a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, a Certified Integrative Wellness and Life Coach, and a Qualified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Teacher. With over 15 years of senior leadership experience in education and health care settings, she also serves as the Vice-Chair of the Early Career Development Council, and a Wellbeing Champion. In addition, she served a two-year term as a Faculty Senator.

Cynthia has studied Mind-Body Medicine through Harvard Medical School, and Lifestyle Medicine for Coaches through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine & Wellcoaches.  She is in the process of obtaining her Teacher Certification in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) through Brown University. She provides coaching and training in a variety of areas including mindfulness, resilience, self-care, and stress management. In addition, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, as well as dancing, traveling, exploring the arts, and being in nature.

Dr. Curry achieved her Ph.D. in the School of Health Promotion and Kinesiology from Texas Woman’s University in December 2023, with a research focus on mental health and cognitive functioning. Her academic journey also includes an M.S. in Kinesiology with Minors in Exercise Physiology and Sport Psychology from the University of North Texas, along with a B.S. in Psychology from Texas Christian University.

She served as the Exercise Physiologist and a Clinical Research Coordinator at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas before joining the team at HSC. Additionally, Dr. Curry has made academic contributions as an Adjunct Instructor in Kinesiology at Tarrant County College District since August 2017. She is also a Certified Health Education Specialist.  

When Dr. Curry is not at HSC; she can usually be found on one of the many area swimming pool decks cheering on her son in high school and club swim meets. She enjoys acrylic painting, Latin dancing, and spending time with her family. 

Dr. Noah Gentner is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Personalized Health and Well-Being. Gentner received his B.A. in Psychology from Indiana University and earned his Master’s and Ph.D. in Sport and Exercise Psychology from the University of Tennessee. Upon graduating, Gentner spent one year as an Assistant Professor and Department Chair for Exercise and Sport Sciences at Tennessee Wesleyan College.  He then spent six years as an Assistant Professor and Coordinator of the Graduate programs in Sport Psychology at Ithaca College and Georgia Southern University. In 2011 he accepted a position as a Professor at Humber College in Toronto, Canada and in 2017, Noah became the Program Coordinator for the newly established Wellness Coaching program.  He also serves as a WellCoaches Faculty providing Coach Training to hundreds of students each year.

Gentner is a WellCoaches Certified Professional Health and Well-Being Coach, National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, International Coaching Federation Professional Certified Coach, Registered Health Coach, and Mental Health First Aid Facilitator.

Since 2000, Gentner has provided Mental Training and Wellness Coaching services to individuals and groups.  He has given numerous presentations at National and International Conferences and has been published in various peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. Singh serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor in the School of Health Professions at UNT Health and Assistant Professor at LSU Feist Weiller Cancer Center. She received her M.D. from LSU School of Medicine in Shreveport and completed her residency in combined Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, the American Board of Pediatrics, and the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine.

Although she has always been an avid home cook, her interest in a whole-foods-plant-based diet was piqued five years ago when her father was diagnosed with leukemia. A thorough evidence review prompted her to lead her family to change their diet for maximum health and wellness. Now with a special focus in Lifestyle Medicine, nutrition, and behaviors to treat and prevent chronic disease.

She lives in Shreveport, Louisiana with her husband and children, and can usually be found gardening, biking, and of course, cooking with family and friends

Monica Adderley is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Personalized Health and Well-Being, teaching Health Literacy and Communications.

She also works at Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) as a Public Health Analyst (Policy)/Project Officer in the Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB). Monica has more than 19 years of experience working in health education and training, health communications, instructional design, public health program management within the federal government, state government, university settings, healthcare and non-profit organizations.

Monica received her Doctorate in Health Education from A.T. Still University in 2021, and she has a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Master of Science in Health Promotion from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), where she also received a track and field scholarship during her time in undergrad. She is a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES).

Monica has also taught as an online adjunct professor for multiple public health and MPH courses.

Dr. Lana Saal holds a doctorate in educational leadership, master’s degree in health, and bachelor’s degree in nutrition. She is a Certified Wellness Practitioner (CWP) through the Wellness Alliance, Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES) through the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS), National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBCHWC), and Multicultural MCC, as well as Menopause Wellness Certified through SCW. Dedicated to positively impacting the well-being of others, Lana has a passion for inspiring people—through a combination of education and meaningful motivation—to grab hold of health and well-being toward living the best life. She has served as lead on the occupational health contract team for health promotion, wellness, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and fitness for NASA. Lana is the associate director of community education, wellness, and impact for the American Diabetes Association and is owner of The VitHealthity Group, specializing in creative multicultural wellness strategies focusing on menopause and lifespan healthy aging through presentations, programs and workshops. She also teaches health and wellness at the University of Phoenix. Lana is a lifelong educator with 25 years of expertise leading successful strategic solutions in health promotion, behavioral and mental health, nutrition, weight loss, fitness, stress management, and tobacco cessation, positively impacting workplace cultures. Lana has held several volunteer leadership positions on many nonprofit boards for national organizations, including 20 years for the American Cancer Society and Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. Dr. Saal currently holds a leadership position on the Wellness Alliance Advisory Council.

Jennifer Mills is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian who earned her M.S. in Human Sciences and completed her dietetic internship at Stephen F. Austin State University. She also holds a B.S.F.C.S. in Nutrition Sciences from Baylor University. With experience ranging from clinical acute care to leadership in food and nutrition departments, Jennifer’s passion for education led her to higher education. Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys traveling, family time, and competing in autocross events.

Robyn Kovacs brings 20 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, with a focus on diabetes, renal disease, cardiovascular disease, and weight management. She holds a BS in Dietetics from Texas Tech University and a Master’s in Nutrition from Texas Woman’s University. Robyn is dedicated to empowering others through nutrition to enhance their health and quality of life. Her decade-long teaching experience and mentorship of dietetic students reflect her commitment to shaping the future of nutrition professionals.

Alexandra Garcia holds a Master’s in Public Health from UNT Health Fort Worth and a B.A. in International Studies from The University of North Texas. She has been with the Department of Personalized Health and Well-Being at UNT Health since 2019.

Diane has worked in academia for more than 10 years. Before coming to the Department of Personalized Health and Well-Being at UNT HSC, she worked in administration offices at The College of Nursing and The College of Medicine at Texas A&M University Health Science Center, as well as the Health Services Center at Tarrant County College Northwest Campus.