Andy is transitioning from Nebraska Medicine to UNMC to be a part of the development and implementation of the inaugural master’s in respiratory care program. After working in the clinical environment for 20 years, he is eager to embrace the new challenge. Those years of experience at the bedside will benefit him in this new role. Along with a dedication to the advancement of the respiratory profession Andy has a passion for soccer -  playing and also coaching. He has coached players from elementary age all the way up to collegiate student-athletes for the past 12+ years and believes those coaching strategies and skills will come in handy in his new role.