Tiffani Burgin, MPAS, PA-C, is a dedicated healthcare professional with over 35 years of experience, including 19 years as a physician assistant. She currently serves at the University of Texas Health San Antonio, where she has spent the past decade in key leadership roles as Director of Clinical Curriculum and Director of Faculty Practice. Her professional focus emphasizes rural healthcare placements, specialized training in substance use disorders, and fostering robust interprofessional clinical collaborations. Throughout her distinguished career, Dr. Burgin has been committed to enhancing patient care and advancing clinical education. She is deeply passionate about mentoring students and advocating for healthcare practices that address the unique needs of rural and underserved communities. Her leadership in substance use disorder training reflects her commitment to tackling significant public health challenges through education, compassion, and clinical excellence. Dr, Burgin's efforts in interprofessional education have also strengthened collaborative care models, improving both patient outcomes and the educational experience of future healthcare professionals.