Dr. Elmer B. Fos is a Clinical Assistant Professor at D'Youville University in the Business Department of the School of Arts, Sciences, and Education. His academic journey reflects a commitment to both healthcare administration and business education.
Educational Background
Dr. Fos holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Health Services Research and a Master's in Health Administration, both from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He also earned a Master's in Business Administration from the University of Southeastern Philippines and a Bachelor's degree in Commerce (major in Accounting) from Holy Cross of Davao College in the Philippines.
Professional Experience
Healthcare and Academic Work
While pursuing his graduate studies, Dr. Fos worked with Duke University Health System's primary and urgent care clinics, gaining hands-on experience in healthcare operations and administration. Before moving to the United States, he served as an accounting instructor at Ateneo de Davao University in the Philippines, where he developed his passion for teaching and mentoring students.
Accounting and Business
Dr. Fos is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in Virginia. His professional accounting background includes roles as an internal auditor and management accountant at Jardine Davies, Inc., an affiliate of the multinational corporation Jardine Matheson. This organization provides insurance, transportation, trading, and manufacturing services across the Asia Pacific region.
Teaching Philosophy
Dr. Fos brings a practical, real-world perspective to the classroom, drawing from his diverse experience in healthcare administration, corporate accounting, and multinational business operations.
