Your Partners in Health Professions Program Development and Accreditation
Across the U.S., Canada, and Beyond
Academic Health Associates supports universities and academic health systems with higher education program development, accreditation, and long-term growth.
600+ Years of Combined
Nationally Recognized Experience
Current + Former Deans
Site Reviewers + Former CODA Commissioner
Senior Administrators
Our diverse team brings 600+ years of combined experience across academic leadership and clinical practice. We support institutions at every stage, from exploring new bachelor’s-level programs to launching dental, medical, or nursing schools, and guiding re-accreditation for established programs and residencies.
Whatever your objectives, we’re prepared to support your work.
Our Unmatched
Breadth of Service
Our experts help institutions:
Write, review, organize, and edit accreditation self-studies
Conduct mock site visits and comprehensive curricular reviews
Build support for new schools and strengthen established programs
Plan new facilities, recruit leadership and faculty, develop innovative curricula, and upgrade existing clinics
Advise on the teaching, financial, and physical resources required for success
Move institutional plans forward effectively, with clear, strategic guidance
Our Leadership
Dr. Joel Berg
Dr. Joel Berg is our Founder and CEO, and a former Dean of the University of Washington School of Dentistry. He served on the Commission on Dental Accreditation and is widely recognized for leadership in oral healthcare innovation. His national standing and network strengthen our work across institutions.
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Matthew A. Weed, Ph.D
Matthew A. Weed, Ph.D is our Chief Academic Officer, bringing both deep personal and professional experience across academic health and research. He has mentored hundreds of health professionals, taught thousands, and helped build a $150M research center. His work focuses on improving patient outcomes, and strengthening healthcare accessibility, at home and at work.
Dr. Weed is a totally blind, very brittle type I diabetic of five decades standing. He holds degrees from Yale, Princeton, and Harvard, and brings that lived experience to transform health and education.
Some of Our Experts
Dr. Michele Carr and Dr. Jonelle Anamalechi are among the nationally respected experts who contribute to Academic Health Associates’ work across health professions education and accreditation.
Training program leader with extensive experience supporting CODA accreditation and reaccreditation. Currently, the Vice President of the Ohio State Dental Board.
Pediatric dental practice leader with active engagement in academic healthcare and health professions education.