School of Medicine Names Yamileth Bazan, PhD, Associate Dean for Student Affairs

Yamileth (Yami) Bazan, PhD, has been appointed associate dean for student affairs at Loma Linda University School of Medicine (LLUSM), effective Sept. 13, 2021.

Dr. Bazan is an experienced leader and educator with a reputation of developing people, systems, and organizations. Her focus for the past 14 years has been implementing successful student affairs programs and initiatives.

“We are honored to have Dr. Bazan in this role and utilizing her diverse portfolio to bring insight and knowledge into the experiences, challenges, and concerns of our students,” said Tamara L. Thomas ’87.

Dr. Bazan leads the Office of Student Affairs and serves a critical role in the student experience at LLUSM. She oversees the services and activities that support and ensure the academic, personal, and professional development of medical and graduate students.

Dr. Bazan replaces Henry H. Lamberton, PSYD, ’01-FAC who retired after 27 years of service.