Cindy S. Selleck (PhD 1987)

Birmingham, Alabama

Cindy S. Selleck, PhD, RN, FNP, FAAN graduated from the UAB School of Nursing in 1987 with a Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing degree. She is retired as Professor and Associate Dean for Clinical and Global Partnerships. Dr. Selleck’s career has centered on primary care and developing the workforce to meet the needs of our most diverse and underserved populations. She has led 45 grant funded projects to expand the number of health professionals who provide primary care, particularly in rural and inner-city underserved areas.

Dr. Selleck served as President and Board Member of the National Area Health Education Center (AHEC) organization from 2003-2009. She has received multiple national and state-wide teaching awards and grants and has led innovative curriculum development initiatives. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing.