Community Health Aide Program Certification Board Board Members

The Community Health Aide Certification Board (CHAPCB) is composed of healthcare professionals representing the diverse components of the Health Aide programs. Membership includes:

  • One federal representative appointed by the Area Director for the Alaska Area Native Health Service;
  • One State of Alaska representative appointed by the Director of the Division of Public Health; and
  • The remaining 10 positions are determined by a variety of tribal groups representing the interests of each of the three Health Aide disciplines.

CHAPCB operates under the authority of Section 119 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act, 25 U.S.C. Section 16161.

Patricia Smith
Position: Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation
Ellen Hodges, MD
Position: Medical Director
Gabe Schuldt, MD
Position: Tanana Chiefs Conference
Sarah Harlamert
Position: State of Alaska
Stephen Daniel, MD
Position: Norton Sound Health Corporation
Martha Cotten, MD
Position: Anchorage Service Unit
Crystal Stordahl, PA, MMSC
Position: Association of CHAP Directors
Carolyn Craig, PA-C
Position: Training Centers
Lucy Bragg, CHP
Position: CHA/P Association
Matthew A. Clark, MD, FAAP, FACP
Position: Alaska Area Native Health Service
Judith Burks, DDS
Position: Dental Academic Review Committee Representative
Alicia Marvin, PhD
Position: Behavioral Health Representative