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Ziemowit Tomasz Mazur, PhD, EdM, MS, PA-C, DFAAPA

Ziemowit Tomasz Mazur, PhD, EdM, MS, PA-C, DFAAPA
Associate Professor & Associate Program Director

Ziemowit Mazur, PhD, EdM, PA-C, DFAAPA, is an Associate Professor and Associate Director for the Rosalind Franklin University Physician Assistant (PA) Program. Dr. Mazur is a family and internal medicine PA and practices as a volunteer at a pro bono clinic that serves the uninsured population within the Lake County community. He earned his Master of Education degree from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and his Master of Science in Physician Assistant and PhD in Interprofessional Healthcare Studies degrees from Rosalind Franklin University.

Dr. Mazur is a recipient of the prestigious Don Pederson Research Grant from the PA Education Association (PAEA) and the William H. Marquardt Community Health Access Fellowship. He has authored several peer-reviewed articles and chapters in medical textbooks and speaks regularly at national and international seminars. He serves as a site visitor for the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) and was an elected appointee to the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) House of Delegates out of Illinois. Dr. Mazur is appointed to serve on the Diversity in Health Care Professions Task Force through the Illinois Department of Public Health, co-chairing the education sub-committee. He is a Distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) and was inducted into Pi Alpha National Honor Society for PAs.

Academic Appointments

  • Associate Program Director and Associate Professor, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, 2021-present
  • Associate Program Director and Assistant Professor, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, 2014-2021
  • Academic Coordinator, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, 2013-2014
  • Adjunct Faculty, Rush University Medical Center, 2012-2014
  • Instructor, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, 2011-2014
  • Clinical Preceptor, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, 2012-2013
  • Lecturer, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, 2010-2011

Education

  • PhD Interprofessional Healthcare Studies
    Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, North Chicago, IL; May 2021
  • Evaluation of Lifestyle Healthcare Curriculum to Attain Interprofessional Competencies: A Mixed Methods Study
  • Cert Health Professions Education
    Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, North Chicago, IL; May 2014
  • MS Physician Assistant Studies
    Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, North Chicago, IL; May 2010
  • EdM Educational Organization and Leadership
    University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, IL; May 2005
  • BS Recreation, Sports, and Tourism (Concentration: Sports Management)
    University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, IL; May 2003

Professional Affiliations

  • Fellow, Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants (IAPA); 2011-present
  • Member, PA Education Association (PAEA); 2010-present
  • Distinguished Fellow, American Academy of Physician Associates
    (AAPA); 2010-present

Awards

  • Distinguished Fellow, American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA). 2022
  • William H. Marquardt Community Health Access Fellowship Recipient. 2022
  • Interprofessional Advocacy Award. 2021
  • College of Health Profession: Outstanding Educator. 2017
  • Pi Alpha National Honor Society for PAs. 2016
  • College of Health Professions: Outstanding Teacher Award. 2014
  • Polish Roman Catholic Union of America Academic Scholarship. 2009, 2010
  • Kosciuszko Foundation Tuition Scholarship. 2009

Peer Reviewed Publications

  1. Mazur, Z. Kern D. Influence of Virtual Learning Clinical Case-Study Course on Interprofessional Competencies During COVID-19 Pandemic. Journal of Interprofessional Education & Practice.  March 2022 (*in-review)
  2. James K, Mazur Z, Statler M, Hegmann T, Landel G, Orcutt VL. MMI utilization in U.S. PA program admission processes. The Journal of Physician Assistant Education: The Official Journal of the Physician Assistant Education Association. July 2021. doi: 10.1097/JPA.0000000000000352.
  3. Mazur Z, Hanes SD, Kern D. Effect of a Clinical Case-Study Course on Physician Assistant and Pharmacy Students’ Interprofessional Care Competencies. The Journal of Physician Assistant Education: The Official Journal of the Physician Assistant Education Association. October 2019. doi:10.1097/JPA.0000000000000279.
  4. Baginski R, Buchs SR, Coombs JM, Duffy J, Garbas B, Honda T, Maloney-Johns A, Mazur, Z, Murfin, M, Statler, M, Thurnes, T. PAEA End of Rotation Exams Accurately Identify Students at Risk of Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam Failure. The Journal of Physician Assistant Education: The Official Journal of the Physician Assistant Education Association. October 2019. doi:10.1097/JPA.0000000000000274.

Other Peer-Reviewed Publications

  1. Gloria E. Barrera, GB, Charles-Fields L, Cortez M, Etminan S, Morettin C, Mason K, Martin M, Mazur Z, Meyer L, Mothersbaugh E, Prakash V. Diversity in Health Care Task Force Annual Report 2022. https://dph.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idph/publications/idph/topics-and-services/life-stages-populations/minority-health/diversity-healthcareprofessions-annualreport-2022.pdf. March 2023.
  2. Gloria E. Barrera, GB, Charles-Fields L, Cortez M, Etminan S, Morettin C, Mason K, Martin M, Mazur Z, Meyer L, Mothersbaugh E, Prakash V. Diversity in Health Care Task Force Annual Report 2021. https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/life-stages-populations/minority-health/annual-report-2021.html. March 2022.
  3. Mazur, Z. Editorial Team Contributor, McGraw Hill’s PA Exam Prep. https://www.paexamprep.com/. November 2018-March 2022.
  4. Mazur, Z.T. Evaluation of Lifestyle Healthcare Curriculum to Attain Interprofessional Competencies: A Mixed Methods Study (Doctoral dissertation, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science). 2021
  5. Gloria E. Barrera, GB, Charles-Fields L, Cortez M, Etminan S, Morettin C, Mason K, Martin M, Mazur Z, Meyer L, Mothersbaugh E, Prakash V Diversity in Health Care Task Force Annual Report 2020. https://dph.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idph/files/publications/dhctfannualreport2020.pdf. January 2021.

Unpublished Publications and Meeting Abstracts

  1. Jones H, Mazur Z, Montoya A, Rairden S, Ramos T, White J. The impact of cultural centers on student development. Unpublished paper. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. 2004.
  2. Mazur Z. Detecting Abnormal Heart Sounds. Advisor Forum, Clinical Advisor. February 2014.
  3. Stone, E., Stone, R., Adams, T., Mazur, Z., Leikin, J., 2020. Comparing Program Delivery Methods of a Curriculum for Childcare Providers to Learn Risks for Pediatric Lead Exposure. Pediatrics (2020) 146 (1_MeetingAbstract): 36–37. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.146.1MA1.36b

Textbook Chapters

  1. Gonzales, P, Macdonald, M., Mazur Z.: The PA Rotation Exam Review (ed 2). Chapter: Family Medicine. Wolters Kluwer, Expected Spring 2024 (in-review)
  2. Srivastava S, Mazur Z. Pregnancy and Lactation: Nauseous and Cautious. In: Schwinghammer TL, Koehler JM, Borchert JS, Slain D, Park SK. eds. Pharmacotherapy Casebook: A Patient-Focused Approach, 12e. McGraw Hill; 2023
  3. Mazur, Z. Chapter 133: Tree Nut Allergy. The JAAPA QRS Review for PAs. Wolters Kluwer, 2022.
  4. Mazur, Z. Chapter 105: Primary Adrenal Insufficiency. The JAAPA QRS Review for PAs. Wolters Kluwer, 2022.
  5. Mazur, Z. Chapter 99: Hypogonadism. The JAAPA QRS Review for PAs. Wolters Kluwer, 2022.
  6. Srivastava S, Mazur Z. Pregnancy and Lactation: Pregnant and Then Some Level II. In: Schwinghammer TL, Koehler JM, Borchert JS, Slain D, Park SK. eds. Pharmacotherapy Casebook: A Patient-Focused Approach, 11e. McGraw Hill; 2020.

Textbook and Chapter Reviewer

  1. Endocrinologic Disorders: Chapter 44: Diabetes Mellitus. Pharmacotherapy Principles & Practice; 6th edition, McGraw-Hill, 2022.
  2. Pozgar GD: Legal and Ethical Issues for Health Professionals (ed 5). Sudbury, MA: Jones and Bartlett, 2020
  3. Bunting SR, Miller KW, Chappell R, Goldstein RH, DeJean O. Physician Assistant's Knowledge and Confidence Regarding Prescribing Preexposure Prophylaxis for HIV Prevention. Sex Transm Dis. 2020;47(8):530-534. doi:10.1097/OLQ.0000000000001196
  4. Endocrinologic Disorders: Chapter 43 Diabetes Mellitus. Pharmacotherapy Principles & Practice; 5th edition, McGraw-Hill, 2019.
  5. Gonzales, P: The PA Rotation Exam Review (ed 1). Wolters Kluwer, 2018.

Refereed Conference Presentations

  1. Mazur, Z., Mueller, R. Comparison of Interprofessional Education Approaches Between United States and Canadian PA Programs. Collaborating Across Border (CAB) VIII Conference, Hope and Trust in Health and Social Care. *May 2023. (Virtual)
  2. Mazur, Z. Influence of Virtual Learning Clinical Case-Study Course on Interprofessional Competencies. Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA) Education Forum. October 2022. San Diego, CA.
  3. Mazur, Z. Evaluation of Lifestyle Healthcare Curriculum to Attain Interprofessional Competencies: A Mixed Methods Study. National Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education Summit (NEXUS). September 2021. (Virtual)
  4. Mazur, Z., Baker-Rush, M., Friedman, L. Interprofessional Experiential Educational Programming: PA and DPT Students Self-Reports of Growth. National Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education October 2020. (Virtual)
  5. Mazur, Z. Community Health Fair’s Impact on Interprofessional Socialization. Collaborating Across Border (CAB) VII Conference. October 2019. Indianapolis, IN.
  6. Mazur, Z, James, K. Multiple Mini-interview Utilization in U.S. PA Program Admission Processes. PAEA Education Forum. Anaheim, CA. October 2018.
  7. Mazur, Z. Faculty Confidence and Respect-The Teacher’s Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA) Education Forum. Minneapolis, MN. October 2016.
  8. Mazur, Z., Michel, S. Transition from Multi-Disciplinary to an Interprofessional Education Model: Success and Lessons Learned Along the Way. Collaborating Across Border V. Roanoke, VA. October 2015.
  9. Mazur, Z. Behaving Legally and Morally, Learning from Other’s Mistakes to Stay out of Trouble. IAPA Spring CME, RFUMS, North Chicago, IL. April 2015.
  10. Mazur, Z. Update on Legislation and Professional Issues. IAPA Spring CME, RFUMS, North Chicago, IL, May 2014.
  11. Mazur, Z. Metabolic Syndrome: Unrevealing the Mystery. IAPA Fall CME Rush Copley Heart Institute. Aurora, IL. October 2013.
  12. Mast L, Tappert S, Bridges D., Mazur, Z. Experiential Workshop: Use of Problem-Based Learning in Continuing Professional Education to Enhance Interprofessional Education. Collaboration Across Boarders (CAB) IV Conference. Vancouver, CA. June 2013.

Competitive Grants Obtained

  1. PAEA Research Council Don Pedersen Research GrantUtilization of multiple mini-interviews (MMI) within admission processes of physician assistant programs in the United States. (James K; Mazur Z; Statler M; Hegmann T; Wolfe M; Landel G) $5,330; 2016.
  2. American College of Lifestyle Medicine A Taste of Lifestyle Medicine. (Kaitlyn P; Mazur Z) $250; 2019.

Invited Presentations (National)

  1. Brown, M., Melnyk, BM., Argawal, N, Mazur, Z. The Impact of Clinician Well-Being on Healthcare Systems: Symposium on Clinician and Clinical Student Well-Being within a Team-Based Environment. American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA). May 2022
  2. Mazur, Z. Healthy Tips on Diabetes. American Diabetes Association. July 2020. (Virtual)
  3. Mazur, Z. PAEA Webinar: Telemedicine in PA Education – A Virtual Panel Discussion. Physician Assistant Education Organization (PAEA). April 2020. (Virtual)

Refereed Conference Posters

  1. Mazur, Z, Daniel, K. Influence of Virtual Learning Clinical Case-Study Course on Interprofessional Competencies. National Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education (NEXUS) Summit. Minneapolis, MN. August 2022.
  2. Vu, J., Mazur, Z, Chen, M. Informal Conversations as Means of Demystifying Health in Minoritized Communities. Society of Student Run Free Clinics Conference. Mobile, AL. March 2022.
  3. Mazur, Z., Thuente, L. Is Lifestyle Medicine a Team Sport? Evaluation of Lifestyle Healthcare Curriculum to Attain Interprofessional Competencies. American College of Lifestyle Medicine Annual Conference. November 2021. (Virtual)
  4. Mazur, Z., Srivastava, S., Schneider, K., Damaschke, J., Chen, M. Interprofessional Lifestyle Medicine Course: Improving Knowledge and Removing Professional Silos. American College of Lifestyle Medicine Annual Conference. October 2020. (Virtual)
  5. Mazur, Z., Nguyen, L, Guidry, A., Beccavin, K. A Community Health Fair Fosters an Interprofessional Clinical Learning Environment. National Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education (NEXUS) Summit. Minneapolis, MN. August 2020. (Virtual)
  6. Mazur, Z., Chen, M., Srivastava, S. Intentional Design of an Online Lifestyle Medicine Course. National Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education (NEXUS) Summit. Minneapolis, MN. August 2020. (Virtual)
  7. Mazur, Z., Baker-Rush, M. An Innovative Simulation-Based Activity to Increase Early Learner’s Confidence. PAEA Education Forum. Austin, TX. October, 2020.
  8. Mazur, Z. Community Health Fair’s Impact on Interprofessional Socialization. PAEA Education Forum. Washington, DC. October 2019.
  9. Stone, R., Stone, E., Adams., T., Mazur, Z, Leikin, J. Comparing Program Delivery Methods of a Curriculum for Childcare Providers to Learn Risks for Pediatric Lead Exposure. American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) National Conference & Exhibition. New Orleans, LA. October 2019.
  10. Mazur, Z. Community Health Fair’s Impact on Interprofessional Socialization. NEXUS Summit. Minneapolis, MN. August 2019.
  11. Juco, K., Hanes, S., Mazur, Z., Miller, A. Implicit Professional Bias in Interprofessional Peer Evaluations. AACP Annual Meeting, Pharmacy Education. Chicago, Illinois. June, 2019.
  12. Stone, R., Stone, E., Adams, T., Mazur, Z., Leikin, J. Implementing an Educational Model for Childcare Providers to Reduce Pediatric Lead Exposure. Spring Scientific Research Poster Reception. NorthShore University Health System Research Institute. Chicago, IL. April 2019.
  13. Buchs, S., Honda, T., Coombs, J., Statler, M., Murfin, M., Garbas, B., Mazur, Z., Duffy, D., Moloney-Johns, A., Thurnes, T., Baginski, R. End of Rotation TM (EOR) Exams Reliably Predict Poor PANCE Outcomes: A Multi-Centered Study. PAEA Education Forum. Anaheim, CA. October 2018.
  14. Mazur, Z., Hanes, S., Kern, D. Student Perceptions of Interprofessional Practice Readiness Before and After a Year-long Interprofessional Clinical Case-Study Course Series. All-Together Better Health IX. Auckland, NZ. September 2018.
  15. Mazur Z., Damaschke J., Schneider K. Formation of a Health Promotion and Wellness Initiative at a Graduate-Level Health Professions University. NEXUS Summit. Minneapolis, MN. August 2017.
  16. Mazur Z., Michel S. Reflections on Transition from Multi-Professional to an Interprofessional Education Model. All-Together Better Health VIII. Oxford, UK. September 2016.

Invited Articles

  1. Mazur, Z. In the Words of PAs: meeting Patients Where They Are: Building Community through Access. PA Foundation. February 2023.
  2. Mazur, Z. Putting Learning into Practice - Ziemowit Mazur. PAEA Article Series. November 2022.
  3. Mazur, Z. Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science: Interweaving the IP Approach. PAEA Priority Access Newsletter. November 2021.
  4. Mazur, Z. Featured Associate Program: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science PA Program. PA History Society. 2019; 2022
  5. Mazur, Z. 7 PAEA Grantees Offer a Cornucopia of Helpful Proposal Tips & Tricks. PAEA News. May 2017.
  6. Mazur, Z. Improving Community Health: Advocating for Immunization Coverage in Underserved Populations. IAPA Insider: An Executive Briefing by PAs for PAs. May/June 2016.

Other Invited Presentations

  1. Mazur, Z. Diversity in Healthcare Professions Task Force – Support JEDI: Join the Force! Public Health and Social Justice: Pathways to Minority Health Equity Conference. Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). November, 2022. (Virtual)
  2. Mazur, Z. Work-Life Balance Panel. Society for Health Psychology and HealthyU! Wellness Initiative. June 2019.
  3. Mazur, Z. Speaker. Board Review Seminar, Cardiology System Review. Northwestern University PA Program. April 2018
  4. Mazur, Z. RFU Resident and Fellow Interprofessional Session. The Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center. North Chicago, IL. May 2018.
  5. Mazur, Z. Post-Partum Health Discussion. HealthyU! and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion. November 2017.
  6. Z. Overview of the PA Profession Buffalo Grove High School Health Career Night. Buffalo Grove, IL. October 2017.
  7. Mazur, Z. Introduction to the PA Profession. John Hershey High School Health Career Night. Arlington Heights, IL. October 2016.
  8. Mazur, Z. Introduction to the PA Profession. Prospect High School Health Career Night, Mount Prospect, IL. October 2015.
  9. Mazur, Z. A Case Study Exploring Spanish Speaking Patient with a History of Stroke, Diabetes, and Kidney Disease. Interprofessional Grand Rounds. RFUMS, North Chicago, IL. April 2015.
  10. Mazur, Z. Co-Moderator. Annual PA Pathways Alumni Panel. RFUMS, North Chicago, IL. May 2015, 2017.
  11. Mazur, Z. Diabetes Mellitus. Endocrinology Unit. Rush University PA Program. March 2015, 2016, 2017.
  12. Mazur, Z. Physician Assistant vs Pathologist’s Assistant (PA vs PA). DePaul University. Chicago, IL. January 2015.
  13. Mazur, Z. Multiple Mini Interviews: Early Experience at RFUMS and the Supporting Research. Educational Research & Scholarship Interest Group (ERSIG). RFUMS, North Chicago, IL. October 2014.
  14. Mazur, Z. Career Exploration: Physician Assistant. Influence Student Potential and Increase Representation in Education (INSPIRE) program. RFUMS, North Chicago, IL. July 2014.
  15. Mazur, Z. Men’s Health Education, Awareness, and Outreach. Shiloh Baptist Church, Waukegan, IL, June 2014
  16. Mazur, Z. The Impact of the Affordable Care Act. National Public Health Week. RFUMS, North Chicago, IL. April 2014.
  17. Mazur, Z. Cultural Changes That Impact Healthcare and Translate to Policy. Interprofessional Teams and Culture, RFUMS, North Chicago, IL. January 2014.
  18. Z. Panelist. The Latest on Diabetes: Research and Care. Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce. Lake Forest, IL. October 2013.
  19. Mazur, Z. Legislative Updates for PAs. Annual Practice Symposium, Northshore Hospital System CME, Glenbrook, IL. January 2013.
  20. Mazur, Z. Prevalence of Youth Obesity and Importance of Physical Fitness. Initiation of Wellness Curriculum Champaign Unit 4 School. Champaign, IL. May 2007.
  21. Mazur, Z. Health and Wellness Entrepreneurship. Fall into Fitness Conference. University of Illinois, Champaign, IL. September 2006.
  22. Mazur, Z. Alumni Perspectives. New Student Welcome Event, University of Illinois. Champaign, IL. June 2006.