CSCR Board of Directors

 

 

CSCR  Immediate Past President

Vacant

 

 CSCR President 

Jonathan David, MSN, RN, CCRP, NE-BC 

Jonathan is an RN at Stanford Health Care in the inpatient cardiac rehabilitation department of cardiovascular health. He has been serving in this role since 2015, and eversince his passion has been towards targeted behavior change through the science of cardiac rehabilitation. He sees himself as a constant learner each day, promoting early-enrollment and full participation in outpatient cardiac rehabilitation to his patients. Jonathan is a passionate clinical leader and campaigner for evidence-based practice, promoting patient-centered care delivery through practice standards. He has held various clinical and managerial roles for over 28 years in nursing practice and education. His academic qualifications include a Master of Science Degree in Nursing Education, Master of Science in Psychology, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and Bachelor of Science in Psychology and other professional licenses, certifications, and membership to different American Healthcare Associations. He also serves as the Northern California State liaison for the American College of Cardiology.  Jonathan likes to distinguish himself in any environment as a team player, championing critical interventions in achieving the goals collectively. Jonathan looks forward to serving CSCR teams and members, cardiac rehabilitation programs, patients and families. Jonathan lives in San Jose with his wife and three children, two teens, and his toddler, who tries to run the show. 

 

CSCR President-Elect 

Alea Fanning, MSN, RN, CCRP

Alea Fanning, MSN, RN, CCRP, has been a dedicated registered nurse for 14 years, following a career as a personal trainer. She earned her BSN from San Francisco State University and her MSN in nursing education from Western Governors University. Alea is a Northern California representative for CSCR and has served on its board of directors for three years. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys spending time with her husband, three children, and dog. In her free time, Alea finds joy in reading, tending to her large plant collection, and staying active through regular exercise.

CSCR Secretary 

Eileen Rivera, M.S., CEP, CCRP

As the current Secretary and former Southern Representative for the California Society for Cardiac Rehabilitation (CSCR), I am passionate about advancing evidence-based cardiac rehabilitation, improving patient care, and supporting innovation in the field.

I hold a Master’s in Kinesiology, Exercise Science from California State University, Fullerton, and I am ACSM-CEP and AACVPR-CCRP certified. Outside of CSCR, I am passionate about fitness, community engagement, and making exercise accessible. I teach fitness classes, lead cardiovascular health workshops, provide free exercise sessions, and volunteer with organizations that promote access to fitness.

My personal experience with chronic disease has strengthened my commitment to using exercise and education as tools to improve health, quality of life, and long-term wellness.

CSCR Treasurer 

Chad Glover, M.S. CCRP, RCEP, EIM3

Pulmonary Rehabilitation Certificate AARC/AACVPR.

Chad is a Clinical Exercise Physiologist at Loma Linda University Medical Center (LLUMC) in Murrieta, CA. His background includes experience as an EMT and EMS communication specialist in ground and air ambulance. He then went back to school and obtained a B.S in Exercise Science and a minor in Business Administration at California State University San Bernardino (CSUSB). Two years later he graduated from California Baptist University (CBU) in Riverside, CA with a master’s degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology (CEP). Chad started his professional role as an Exercise Physiologist at LLUMC-Murrieta in 2014 and joined AACVPR in 2015. He has worked and is still working on perfecting his craft in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. In Chad’s free time he enjoys everything outdoors in nature and road trips with his family.

 

CSCR, Education Chair 

Reggie Higashi, MSS, CEP, CCRP

 

CSCR Southern Representative

Lukas Smith, MSN, RN, CNL, CV-BC

Lukas serves as the Southern California Representative for the California Society for Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (CSCR). Raised in San Diego, he is a Clinical Nurse at UCLA Health Cardiac Rehabilitation, where he has worked for the past five years. With seven years of nursing experience, Lukas specializes in cardiology and heart failure management. Lukas earned his BS in Kinesiology from California State University, Fullerton and his MS in Nursing from UCLA. He is certified as a Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) and Cardiovascular Nurse-Board Certified (CV-BC). In addition to his clinical practice, he is actively involved in nurse precepting and mentorship, supporting the growth of future nursing professionals.Passionate about education and community health, Lukas views his role with CSCR as an opportunity to advance awareness of cardiac rehabilitation and promote greater adoption of preventive health practices. Outside of work, he enjoys exploring food and music with his wife, hiking with his dogs, and running trails and races, occasionally being competitive.

CSCR Northern Representative & Media

Paul Griffin Hunt, MA, ACSM-CEP, CCRP, AACVPR-AARC Certificate in Pulmonary Rehab, CSCS, CSPS, USAW Level 1, CRAT, CCT, CDPH-Licensed Phlebotomy Technician

Paul has been the Clinical Exercise Physiologist on Staff as a Sr. Cardiopulmonary Rehab Practitioner at Adventist Health + Rideout – located in Marysville, CA – since May 2023. Paul has worked as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist since 2019 in five different Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab programs in Northern California. He completed his B.A. in Kinesiology – Fitness and Wellness – at California State University, Chico in 2016. One year later in 2017, he completed his M.A. in Kinesiology – Exercise Physiology and Adapted Physical Activity. Paul was an Exercise Physiology Intern throughout 2016-2017 for over a year at Enloe Hospital’s CardioPulmonary Rehab program. Paul holds many certificates in various organizations and types of exercise training. Paul has been training people in exercise since graduating high school, starting with people with physical and intellectual disabilities at the Santa Rosa Junior College’s Adapted Physical Education program from 2010-2013. Paul has been a Physical Therapy Aide in the past, working in Paradise, CA for a little over one year. Paul also previously developed a Strength and Conditioning Summer Camp while at CSU, Chico for kids ages 10-16 and some of the CSU, Chico Women’s Softball Team. Paul utilizes all of his certifications and professional training experience to bring a holistic aspect of exercise into Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab. Not all exercise is equal; the more we build bridges, the better our patients will do and the more seriously our programs will be taken as an asset to truly provide health care. Aside from his dedication to our field, Paul also used to be an organic vegetable, fruit, and nut farmer and still writes/manages grants, consults on crop production, performs periodic sales representative work, and occasionally works with his wife through the Butte County Office’s University of California Cooperative Extension to help connect local farmers and get fresh local food into Butte County schools. Paul and his wife have two boys, ages 5 and 3, who are awesome people and just as much work as every person said they were going to be before they had their boys!

 

CSCR Northern Representative

Open Board Positions:

CSCR Northern Representative (2027) 

*CSCR Is looking for a Southern California Representative. If you’d like to apply, please fill out the form below and email cscrmedia@gmail.com.

CSCR Central Representative (available)

*CSCR Is looking for a Central California Representative. If you’d like to apply, please fill out the form below and email cscrmedia@gmail.com.

To be considered for a position on the CSCR Board you must be a member in good standing.