Maria Gluys is an Associate Professor and serves as the Academic Coordinator and Interim
Program director. She completed an undergraduate degree in Health Sciences and Spanish
at Butler University in Indianapolis and a Master’ degree in Physician Assistant Studies
at University of Nebraska College of Medicine. Professor Gluys worked in the Emergency
Department of Mt. Carmel Health Systems for seven years. She has worked clinically
in occupational medicine, physical medicine & rehab and urgent care. Prior to working
at Mt. Carmel Health Systems, she and her husband spent nine months on a medical service
trip in Peru, South America. During that time she worked to provide access to basic
health services in the local community and provide health education. Professor Gluys
has participated in several other medical service trips including projects in Costa
Rica and Honduras. She has a special interest in medically underserved populations
and enjoys sharing this passion with future physician assistants, showing ways to
serve marginalized populations locally. In her personal life, Professor Gluys is married
with four children and enjoys traveling, reading and outdoor adventure.
