Who We Are
Our Mission
Our mission is to promote a culture of health and professional well-being that empowers our faculty to reach their full academic and personal potential allowing our organization to function optimally as a leader in the advancement of health care.
What We Believe
As an institution, we must support the same principles of excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion that we value in patient care, education, and research in the development and support of our faculty. To fulfill our mission, we cultivate the following for our faculty:
- Culture of Community
Create a culture of community at work with a focus on our shared mission and purpose, which acknowledges the importance of professional fulfillment and its impact on our mission, and is actively committed to assessing and tracking standardized measures of faculty well-being.
- Faculty Development
Engage leadership and achieve institutional, departmental, divisional, and clinic buy-in for the importance of faculty academic development and empowerment in the achievement of our institutional mission including reinvestment in our faculty members to help us achieve our professional goals.
- Support at a Local Level
Empower and support faculty at a local level (department, division, clinic, hospital unit) to identify areas of improvement and support development of interventions that improve satisfaction with work, promote better work-life balance and professional flexibility, enhance loyalty and satisfaction, and create a sense of common purpose within the clinic and hospital unit environments.
- Self-care Resources
Provide resources to promote self-care and self-awareness of burnout and emotional exhaustion, as well as support systems specific to faculty that are available for peer support and professional development.
- Scientific Study of Well-being Interventions
Advocate, facilitate, and identify funding for the scientific study of interventions targeted at enhancing faculty wellness and well-being and their effects on patient care, quality, value, and faculty productivity.
Contact Us
Susan Matulevicius, M.D., M.S.C.S.
Associate Dean of Faculty Wellness
Susan Matulevicius, M.D., M.S.C.S., Associate Dean of Faculty Wellness, received her undergraduate degree from Duke University, followed by her M.D. at the University of Pennsylvania. She completed residency training in Internal Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Health System and Fellowship training in Cardiology as well as Advanced Cardiac Imaging at UT Southwestern. She joined UT Southwestern as faculty in 2009, led the MRI left ventricular analysis core lab for the Dallas Heart Study 2, and directed the Parkland and UT Southwestern noninvasive imaging laboratories before she became the inaugural Assistant Dean of Faculty Wellness in 2019. She is a Professor of Internal Medicine in the Division of Cardiology. She is passionate about advocating for creating a work environment that supports faculty in achieving their full potential both personally and professionally at UT Southwestern.
Julian Longoria
Senior Project Manager
Julian Longoria is a seasoned professional in the field of healthcare and wellness, currently serving as the Senior Project Manager for Faculty Wellness at UT Southwestern Medical Center. With a profound dedication to enhancing the well-being of individuals, Julian's work centers around cultivating a culture of health and professional flourishing, empowering faculty members to realize their utmost academic and personal potential. Julian received his Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration at University of Texas at Tyler.
Nikita Barnett
Program Coordinator
Nikita is a Program Coordinator for Faculty Wellness. She is responsible for coordinating UT Southwestern ICF accredited Certified Coaching Program and the C.A.L.M program which is focused on peer support for faculty .She has earned Bachelors degrees in Public Relations and Organizational Communication both from the University of North Texas.
Mike Caracalas
Professional Executive Coach
Mike is the Program Director for the UTSW Coach Certificate Program, an ICF-accredited coach training program certifying UTSW faculty to serve as peer coaches across the institution. Mike also serves as an Executive Coach directly for faculty leaders. In addition to his role with UT Southwestern, Mike has been a practicing Executive Coach for organizational leaders since 2012. Earlier in his career, Mike spent 18 years working as a leadership development expert in organizations such as Mount Sinai Medical Center, Sun Microsystems, Inc., and Yum Brands. Mike has an MA in Organizational Psychology from Columbia University and a BA in Psychology from the University of California. He is credentialed by the International Coaching Federation as a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and by Team Coaching International as a Certified Professional Team Coach (CPTC).
Jaime Harry
Licensed Clinical Social Worker III and Wellness Program Liaison
Jaime Harry, LCSW, is a Texas Board Certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Duke Certified Health and Wellness Coach with over a decade of experience providing therapeutic interventions and mental health services to adolescents, adults, and families. A native of Dallas, Texas, Jaime earned her Bachelor of Social Work from Texas State University and her Master of Social Work from The University of Texas at Arlington.
With a specialized focus on supporting healthcare professionals and marginalized groups, Jaime is passionate about fostering emotional resilience and well-being in the demanding healthcare field. She began her career at UT Southwestern, working in the Clements Emergency Room, and now serves as Head of Faculty Counseling and Support Services as well as Director of the CALM Peer Support program. In this role, she acts as a liaison between faculty and administration, coordinating resources and advocating for faculty wellness and professional fulfillment.
Dedicated to social justice, equity, and community engagement, Jaime strives to create inclusive environments both in her professional practice and the broader community, blending clinical expertise with holistic health strategies to empower individuals on their wellness journey.
Hours & Location
8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday through Friday
Located on the fourth floor of the McDermott Administration Building (B building, South Campus)
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