Meet Our Men’s Health Network Ambassadors:
Dedicated volunteers advancing men’s health via education, advocacy, and community leadership.
Across the United States, and increasingly around the world, Men’s Health Network Ambassadors are helping advance men’s health through education, outreach, advocacy, fundraising, and community engagement. Each ambassador brings unique experiences and perspectives while sharing a common goal: improving the health and well-being of men, boys, and their families.
We’re proud to introduce the dedicated individuals to help move this mission forward.
* The following Ambassadors are organized by location, starting on the East Coast of America and listed out moving towards the West. *
WASHINGTON, DC
Marcus McGee
Washington, DC
Marcus McGee is a retired military officer, critical care nurse, and prostate cancer survivor whose personal and professional experiences have made him a passionate advocate for men’s health. Combining frontline clinical expertise with lived experience, Marcus educates men on prevention, early detection, and navigating the healthcare system while encouraging them to take ownership of their health. Through speaking, advocacy, and mentorship, he is helping build a culture where men are empowered to live longer, healthier lives.
MARYLAND
Aaron Henry
Fort Washington, Maryland
Aaron Henry is a physician assistant, men’s health coach, and Assistant Professor at The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. A Navy veteran with clinical experience in emergency, urgent, and primary care, Aaron is passionate about improving healthcare access, advancing men’s health education, and empowering men to take an active role in managing their health through prevention and lifestyle change.
Gregory Records
North East, Maryland
Gregory Records is a cybersecurity professional and advocate for men’s mental health who hopes to expand conversations about men’s well-being in both workplace and online communities. Motivated by the loss of a close friend to suicide and his own journey toward greater confidence, Gregory is passionate about raising awareness, sharing educational resources, and helping men recognize that they do not have to face life’s challenges alone. He also works with his employer’s community outreach initiatives to explore new opportunities for promoting men’s health.
VIRGINIA
Junior Harris, MD, MS
Richmond, Virginia
Dr. Junior Harris is passionate about addressing the social determinants of health that contribute to men’s health disparities, including hypertension and other preventable chronic diseases. Committed to serving as both a role model and advocate, he hopes to reach men through community events, faith-based organizations, fitness networks, and fundraising initiatives that promote healthier lifestyles and greater awareness of preventive care.
Logan Hanson
McLean, Virginia
Logan Hanson is pursuing advanced graduate training in clinical psychology, with a research focus on developing more effective mental health treatments for men. Motivated by seeing friends and family struggle with mental health challenges, he is passionate about reducing stigma and advancing research that better addresses men’s unique experiences. Through education, research, and community outreach, Logan hopes to improve access to evidence-based mental health support for men and boys.
Georgiana Logan, PhD
Huntington, Virginia
Dr. Georgiana Logan is a tenured Associate Professor at Marshall University, researcher, and founder of The Men’s Health Equity Institute. Her work focuses on men’s health, Appalachian health, chronic disease prevention, workplace wellness, and health equity. Through research, education, and community engagement, Dr. Logan is committed to advancing evidence-based solutions that improve health outcomes for men, boys, and their communities.
Bill Maull
Woodbridge, Virginia
Bill Maull is a seasoned healthcare executive with more than three decades of leadership experience spanning health systems, healthcare technology, and strategic operations. Throughout his career, he has been committed to improving healthcare delivery and advancing innovative solutions that improve patient outcomes. As a Men’s Health Network Ambassador, Bill hopes to apply his extensive leadership experience to promote preventive care, strengthen men’s health advocacy, and help more men become proactive partners in their own health.
PENNSYLVANIA
Richard Panichelli
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Richard Panichelli is a healthcare professional with more than 20 years of experience supporting patient care through health information technology. Passionate about men’s health, he promotes the importance of exercise, nutrition, mental wellness, and healthy aging through social media and community engagement. Richard hopes to use his platform to encourage men to take charge of their health while helping expand awareness of Men’s Health Network’s educational resources and outreach efforts.
Rosemarie Abruzzese
Exton, Pennsylvania
With a background in healthcare leadership and business development, Rosemarie Abruzzese is passionate about helping improve the way men access and experience healthcare. Through her work with Gameday Men’s Health, she has helped connect men with services that encourage them to better understand and prioritize their health. As a Men’s Health Network Ambassador, she hopes to strengthen partnerships that make men’s health education and support more accessible in communities across the country.
CONNECTICUT
Todd Angelucci
Lebanon, Connecticut
Todd Angelucci is a nurse, military veteran, author, and men’s health advocate with more than 30 years of healthcare experience. He is the creator of the Restorative Masculine Integration Theory, published in the American Journal of Men’s Health, and has devoted much of his career to mentoring men through support groups, coaching, and community engagement. As an MHN Ambassador, Todd hopes to strengthen grassroots men’s health outreach while connecting with fellow advocates to help more men build healthier, more fulfilling lives.
MASSACHUSETTS
Jason Larocque, PhD
Wenham, Massachusetts
Dr. Jason Larocque is a school administrator, educator, CrossFit coach, and nationally recognized advocate for healthy masculinity. With more than 20 years of experience working in all-boys education and a Ph.D. focused on leadership, wellness, and masculinity, Jason is passionate about helping men develop physically, mentally, and emotionally. Through teaching, coaching, community fitness groups, and public outreach, he encourages men to embrace healthier lifestyles while fostering positive models of manhood and leadership.
NEW YORK
Marino Kokolis-Lattanzio
Middletown, New York
Marino Kokolis-Lattanzio is a medical student at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine dedicated to advancing men’s health through prevention, education, and advocacy. With clinical interests in urology and surgical care, he is committed to helping men take a proactive role in their health while reducing stigma surrounding physical and mental health. As an MHN Ambassador, Marino hopes to strengthen partnerships between national advocacy efforts and local communities to help men live longer, healthier lives.
Martez Smith
New York, New York
Dr. Martez Smith is a health equity researcher, licensed social worker, and public health advocate whose work focuses on improving health outcomes through community-driven research and education. His career has centered on addressing health disparities, advancing behavioral health, and strengthening access to care for underserved communities. As a Men’s Health Network Ambassador, Martez hopes to apply his expertise in research, public health, and community engagement to help improve the health and well-being of men and boys.
Nathan Cann
Bronx, New York
Nathan Cann is a Marine Corps Reserve member, college student, and ultramarathon runner who is passionate about changing the conversation around men’s mental health. Inspired by the stigma many men face when expressing emotion, Nathan encourages men to approach mental wellness with the same dedication they bring to physical fitness. Through social media, endurance sports, and community outreach, he hopes to inspire other young men to prioritize both their mental and physical health.
KENTUCKY
Daniel Bates
Fort Thomas, Kentucky
Dr. Daniel Bates is a counselor, researcher, and Assistant Professor whose work focuses on men’s mental health and improving access to counseling for men. Drawing from more than 16 years of clinical experience and his own personal experiences, he is passionate about helping men overcome stigma and seek support before challenges become crises. Through research, public speaking, his podcast, YouTube channel, and social media, Daniel works to translate evidence-based research into practical conversations that encourage healthier lives for men and the families who depend on them.
TENNESSEE
Bill Robinson
Knoxville, Tennessee
Following his diagnosis with Stage IV metastatic prostate cancer, Bill Robinson dedicated himself to ensuring other men never face cancer alone. Through public speaking, support groups, faith-based outreach, and community education, Bill encourages men to prioritize both their physical and mental health while emphasizing the importance of early detection and strong support systems.
Jeanie Grean
Tennessee
Jeanie Grean is a longtime prostate cancer advocate and founder of a community-based prostate cancer support group. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience as a nurse, she is passionate about ensuring that no man faces a prostate cancer diagnosis alone. Through support groups, patient education, and one-on-one conversations, Jeanie helps men navigate treatment, connect with others, and become proactive partners in their own care.
NORTH CAROLINA
Nick Galves
Raleigh, North Carolina
Nick Galves is a physical therapist serving rural communities in North Carolina, where he has witnessed firsthand the challenges men face in accessing healthcare and improving their health literacy. Passionate about both physical and mental health, Nick hopes to empower men through education, community outreach, and wellness programming. He is especially interested in helping men recognize health concerns early and become more proactive about their long-term health and well-being.
SOUTH CAROLINA
Mulugeta Gebregziabher
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Dr. Mulugeta Gebregziabher is a professor of biostatistics and public health researcher at the Medical University of South Carolina whose work focuses on chronic disease, health disparities, epidemiology, and improving health outcomes through data-driven research. An internationally recognized educator and researcher, he is passionate about advancing preventive health, strengthening public health capacity, and using research to improve the lives of men and their communities.
FLORIDA
Genice Brown
Orlando, Florida
Genice Brown is a registered nurse and healthcare executive whose career has focused on clinical excellence, nursing leadership, and developing the next generation of healthcare professionals. She is passionate about strengthening healthcare systems, mentoring future clinicians, and improving the patient experience. As a Men’s Health Network Ambassador, Genice brings a unique blend of frontline clinical expertise and leadership to help advance the organization’s mission.
MISSISSIPPI
Brent Rhodes
Brandon, Mississippi
Brent Rhodes is a business development leader with a passion for building relationships and strengthening communities. Throughout his career, he has focused on connecting people, solving complex challenges, and supporting organizational growth. As a Men’s Health Network Ambassador, Brent hopes to use those same skills to encourage more men to prioritize their health, expand community engagement, and help advance men’s health awareness across Mississippi.
LOUISIANA
Bantu D. Gross, PhD
New Orleans, Louisiana
Dr. Bantu D. Gross is an educator, mental health professional, and student success advocate dedicated to helping individuals and communities thrive. His work has focused on mentoring young adults, supporting first-generation college students, promoting fatherhood, and advancing mental health awareness. As a Men’s Health Network Ambassador, Bantu brings a passion for mentorship, education, and community engagement to help men build healthier, more connected lives.
INDIANA
Rob Thomson
Greenwood, Indiana
After surviving two heart attacks, Rob Thomson transformed his own health journey into a mission to help other men prioritize prevention before a crisis occurs. A board member with the American Heart Association, Rob uses his personal story to educate others about heart health, healthy lifestyle changes, and the importance of taking action before it’s too late. Through podcasting, community outreach, youth sports, and volunteer service, he hopes to inspire men and their families to make healthier choices and build stronger communities.
Curtis Taylor, RPH, MHA
Westfield, Indiana
Curtis Taylor is a pharmacist and healthcare executive with extensive experience advancing innovative therapies and improving patient care across the healthcare system. Throughout his career, he has worked at the intersection of clinical practice, healthcare leadership, and industry, helping expand access to treatments that improve patient outcomes. As a Men’s Health Network Ambassador, Curtis is committed to supporting healthier communities by sharing his expertise and encouraging men to take a more proactive approach to their health.
ILLINOIS
Richard Avdoian, MS, MSW, CSP
Fairview Heights, Illinois
Richard Avdoian is the founder of the Men Mentoring Men Network and a former psychotherapist with more than 30 years of experience helping men navigate mental health, relationships, sexuality, and personal growth. Through national speaking engagements, conferences, coaching, podcasts, and mentorship, he works to break down the stigma surrounding men’s health while encouraging preventive care and healthier lifestyles. Richard is passionate about integrating physical, mental, emotional, and social health, and hopes to expand collaboration with Men’s Health Network to reach even more men across the country.
TEXAS
Aaliyah Thomas
College Station, Texas
Aaliyah Thomas is an epidemiologist and public health educator dedicated to improving community health through disease prevention, education, and research. Her experience includes infectious disease surveillance, HIV prevention initiatives, community outreach, and mentoring future public health professionals. As a Men’s Health Network Ambassador, Aaliyah is especially passionate about melanoma prevention, skin health, and expanding access to preventive care through education and public health advocacy.
Michael Bevins
Round Rock, Texas
Dr. Michael Bevins is a board-certified family and obesity medicine physician whose practice focuses exclusively on helping men optimize their health through prevention, metabolic health, hormone optimization, and lifestyle medicine. Drawing on experience in primary care, hospice, and medical humanities, he is passionate about helping men live healthier, more active lives by addressing the root causes of disease rather than simply treating symptoms.
MINNESOTA
David Baskerville
Moorhead, Minnesota
David Baskerville became involved in men’s health advocacy through his own mental health journey. He is committed to creating supportive environments where men feel comfortable discussing their challenges and hopes to establish support groups that encourage connection, understanding, and access to resources.
COLORADO
Amanda Bowen
Castle Rock, Colorado
Amanda Bowen is a strategic communications leader and advocate who has spent more than 15 years helping organizations navigate crisis communications, public trust, and mental health awareness. A former gubernatorial appointee and award-winning communicator, Amanda is passionate about advancing men’s mental health by encouraging honest conversations, reducing stigma, and helping men build emotional resilience. She believes meaningful change begins by creating space for authenticity, connection, and understanding.
WASHINGTON
Drew Rambo, CRNA
Washington
As a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) and testicular cancer survivor, Drew Rambo has dedicated his career to improving the health and well-being of others. His personal experience with cancer has strengthened his commitment to encouraging early detection, raising awareness, and helping other men prioritize their health. Beyond his work in healthcare, Drew demonstrated his commitment to Men’s Health Network by leading a successful fundraising campaign that inspired others to support men’s health education and advocacy. His leadership reflects the important role healthcare professionals can play in improving men’s health both inside and outside the clinical setting.
CALIFORNIA
Andrew Goulian
Sacramento, California
Bio coming soon.
David Pachkofsky
California
David Pachkofsky is the founder and CEO of Dapper Care, a digital health platform focused on helping physicians deliver more accessible, preventive care for men. Inspired by the loss of his younger brother to a brain tumor, David has dedicated his career to encouraging men to take a proactive approach to their health rather than waiting until illness strikes. He is passionate about innovation, mentorship, community outreach, and advancing men’s health through technology, education, and physician partnerships. He has also pledged to donate half of his company’s earnings to support men’s health initiatives.
ALASKA
Chris Gunderson
Anchorage, Alaska
With more than 20 years of experience in behavioral health, Chris Gunderson is committed to improving both physical and mental health awareness for men and boys. He is passionate about addressing the lack of men’s health resources throughout Alaska and hopes to build stronger community partnerships through schools, workplaces, health fairs, and local events. Chris believes increasing awareness is the first step toward helping more men prioritize their health and well-being.
PUERTO RICO
Hector Peniston Feliciano, MD
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Dr. Hector Peniston Feliciano is a physician and men’s health advocate committed to reducing health disparities and improving outcomes for men and boys throughout Puerto Rico. Certified in Lifestyle Medicine, he incorporates preventive care and healthy lifestyle practices into patient education while promoting greater awareness of men’s health within his community. He is also actively engaged in professional conferences and collaborative efforts to advance men’s health advocacy.
INTERNATIONAL
Dave Hoga
East Grinstead, West Sussex, United Kingdom
Bio coming soon.
Nathan Charles Brown
West Moonah, Tasmania, Australia
Nathan Charles Brown is an Aboriginal elder and passionate advocate for men’s health, well-being, and personal growth throughout Tasmania. Drawing from his own lived experiences, he works to support First Nations communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and men facing domestic violence, addiction, and other life challenges. Nathan is committed to creating culturally responsive programs that help men become the best versions of themselves while expanding access to education, resources, and community support.
Become a Men’s Health Network Ambassador
Every community needs champions for men’s health. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, educator, researcher, survivor, caregiver, student, community leader, or simply someone who wants to make a difference, there’s a place for you in MHN’s Ambassador Program.
As an Ambassador, you’ll receive educational resources, opportunities to connect with a growing network of advocates, and the support needed to promote men’s health in ways that fit your interests and schedule. Whether you enjoy speaking, organizing community events, sharing information online, mentoring others, or simply starting important conversations, your voice can make a lasting impact.
If you’re ready to help improve the health and well-being of men and boys in your community, we’d love to welcome you to our growing team of ambassadors.
Learn more and apply today through the Men’s Health Network Ambassador Program.
We can’t wait to work with more dedicated volunteers just like you!
