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Welcome to the Advisory Committee for the Medical Assistant Certificate Program at Massasoit Community College.

This committee is composed of healthcare professionals, educators, and community partners who work collaboratively to ensure the program remains aligned with current clinical standards, certification requirements, and the evolving needs of the healthcare industry. By providing expert input on curriculum design, hands-on training, and workforce trends, the committee plays a critical role in preparing students to become competent, compassionate, and certified medical assistants. Together, we are committed to supporting student success and strengthening the quality of patient care in our communities.

  • Eve K. Jankey, MEd, CMA (AAMA)
    Department Chair, Medical Assisting Program, 2012 Graduate
    Massasoit Community College
  • Catherine Powers Özyurt, EdD, MSW
    Dean of Health Sciences, Massasoit Community College
  • Susan Beer, MEd, CMA (AAMA)
    Former Faculty, Massasoit Community College
  • Nataliya Ryzhenko, MS, MLT (ASCP)
    Former Faculty, Massasoit Community College
  • Charlene Harris PBT (ASCP)
    Instructor, Phlebotomy Program & Medical Assistant Program Massasoit Community College
  • Donna M. Krol
    Administrative Assistant, Health Sciences – Canton
  • Hanna Brucker, DC
    Adjunct Faculty, Massasoit Community College
  • Caitlin Coppinger
    Community Interest Person
  • Jessica Rando, LPN
    Community Interest Person
  • Sharon Perkins
    South Shore Medical, Clinical Academic Practice Coordinator
  • Madison Crowley
    Plymouth Bay Orthopedics Human Resources Coordinator
  • Kelly Mattar, MHA, RN, CMSRN
    South Shore Medical, Clinical PD Specialist
  • Jennifer O’Brien, CMA (AAMA)
    Graduate, MA Program Director Tri-Country Regional H.S.
  • Andre Laffitte
    Atrius Health Recruiting Specialist
  • Lauren McGovern, RN
    Dana Farber Nurse Educator
  • Annette Smith
    Brigham Mass General Human Resources Director
  • Sophia Burke, CMA (AAMA)
    2022 Graduate, Student
  • Paige Norek, CMA (AAMA)
    2022 Graduate, Steward Medical Group – Middleboro
  • Shannon Perry, CMA (AAMA)
    2019 Graduate, South Shore Medical Family Medicine
  • Sarah Byers, CCMA (NHA)
    2024 Graduate, Atrius Health Braintree Pediatrics
  • Kaitlyn Walker, CCMA (NHA)
    2024 Graduate, Dana Farber Foxborough
  • Ava Morrison, Massasoit Community College Student
    Class of 2025 Advisory Board Representative
  • Skyla Silva, Massasoit Community College Student
    Class of 2025 Advisory Board Representative