AUA Advisory Board
AUA Advisory Board
Mission Statement
American University of Antigua College of Medicine’s (AUA) advisory board’s mission is to advise and consult AUA’s senior administration on fulfilling the university’s mission to providing a learner-centric education of the highest quality, granting opportunities to underrepresented minorities, fostering a diverse academic community, and ensuring that its graduates develop the skills and attitudes of lifelong learning, compassion, and professionalism.
Board Members
Timothy Bishop
After serving as the provost of Southampton College for 29 years, Former Representative Bishop left his chief executive post to make his first-ever run for public office in 2002. He was elected to represent New York’s 1st Congressional District and continued to serve in the House of Representatives for six terms.
As a member of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, Rep. Bishop was recognized as one of the strongest advocates in Congress for college access and affordability. He helped write key provisions of legislation helping millions of students pay for college at no new cost to taxpayers. He played an integral role in the negotiations to make unprecedented investments in the Pell Grant program and to make the transition to direct student lending.
Since leaving the Congress, Tim Bishop has joined St. Joseph’s College in Patchogue, NY as a Distinguished Professor of Civic Engagement and Public Service and was appointed by New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo as a Director of the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation. Bishop has accepted positions on the Board of Directors of Social Accountability International and The Sergeant Sullivan Center. Both board commitments allow Bishop to continue on two of his top priorities in the Congress; working to ensure workplace protections and service to our Veterans, particularly in the area of post deployment health.
Dr. Pete A. Gutierrez
Dr. Pete A. Gutierrez has dedicated over four decades to advancing healthcare and education, leaving an indelible mark through his multifaceted career. With a foundation in medicine established through rigorous training and experience, Dr. Gutierrez has seamlessly integrated roles in medical education, clinical practice, and community service.
Dr. Gutierrez holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University Central of the East, Dominican Republic, and a Master of Medical Science (MMS) from Nova Southeastern University’s Physician Assistant Program. As an academic leader, his tenure as Associate Dean and Program Founder at the Florida International University College of Medicine saw the establishment and successful accreditation of the Physician Assistant Program, setting a high standard for educational excellence.
At Miami Dade Medical College, where he served as Dean of the School of Health Sciences, he oversaw a campus that annually trained thousands of health sciences students across 18 certified medical programs, further solidifying his impact on healthcare education.
In clinical practice, Dr. Gutierrez’s expertise spans diverse fields including emergency medicine, internal medicine, cardiology, nephrology, HIV, and oncology. His roles as an Emergency Room Physician at Bella Vista Hospital in Puerto Rico and as a practitioner in Miami underscore his commitment to hands-on patient care and clinical leadership.
Committed to community service, Dr. Gutierrez has made significant contributions as Medical Director of the Miami Rescue Mission Clinic, providing essential healthcare services to underserved populations. His innovative work includes developing the ‘Surviving the Golden Hour Course’ for Miami-Dade Police Department officers. His accolades, including the prestigious Health Care Heroes Award, recognize not only his professional achievements but also his profound impact on the communities he serves.
Dr. Gutierrez’s career proves his unwavering commitment to advancing healthcare and education, enriching the lives of countless individuals through his expertise, leadership, and compassion.
Dr. John Rock
Dr. John A. Rock is a distinguished medical educator and leader in the field of obstetrics and gynecology, currently serving as Founding Dean of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences and Senior Vice President for Health Affairs at Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi, UAE. He also holds the position of Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the university.
Dr. Rock brings a wealth of experience from his roles as Founding Dean Emeritus of the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine at Florida International University in Miami, Florida—which is one of the colleges that offers a unique educational program conducted in collaboration with AUA—and Chancellor Emeritus of the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
Education has been a cornerstone of Dr. Rock’s career. He earned his undergraduate degree in Zoology from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He continued his education at Louisiana State University Medical Center in New Orleans, where he received his Medical Doctor (MD) degree. Dr. Rock completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina, followed by a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology at The Johns Hopkins University Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland.
In addition to his clinical training, Dr. Rock pursued advanced studies in health care management, earning a Master of Science from Harvard University School of Public Health in Boston, Massachusetts.
Dr. Rock’s leadership and expertise have contributed significantly to the advancement of medical education and healthcare delivery systems globally. His commitment to excellence in education and patient care continues to influence and inspire future generations of medical professionals.
