Experts

Koons, Terry, Associate Director of Health Promotion for Substance Abuse & Education at Ohio University, 1 Park Place, Athens, O.H. 45701, (740) 593-4742.

Mr. Koons graduated from Ohio University in 1995 with a health communications degree and went on to get his master’s in education. The Ohio University Health Promotions Office works to encourage health and wellness for the campus. They sponsor seminars on alcohol abuse, sexual activity, and other health related topics. Mr. Koons specifically works in the substance abuse and education area in which he promotes non- alcohol related activities across campus, substance abuse seminars, and counseling for students who have found themselves in alcohol related problems. Mr. Koons would be a useful resource because he has firsthand experience with college students and alcohol abuse. Also he has the appropriate background to inform people on the health aspect of alcohol abuse.

Li, Ting-Kai (T. K.), M.D., Director of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, 5635 Fishers Lane, MSC 9304, Bethesda, M.D. 20892-9304, (301) 443-3860.

Dr. Li has been the director of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) since November 2002. Dr. Li went to medical school at Harvard and graduated in 1958. Dr. Li has worked in many hospitals and universities across the country over the past fifty years. He has also written over 400 journal articles and chapters for books. He has done research on the effects alcohol has on the brain and body. Dr. Li has received many awards for his scientific research. Dr. Li would be able to provide valuable information about the biological aspect of alcohol abuse and alcoholism. Dr. Li has also done research on alcoholism being genetically based which would be helpful information for a story. He could also explain to me the short and long term effects alcohol has on the body which is very important to all people who are abusing and using alcohol.

Pinsky, Drew, M.D., Substance Abuse Psychologist at Pasadena Recovery Center, 1811 North Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, C.A. 91103, (626) 345-9992.

Dr. Drew Pinsky is a respected doctor who earned his medical degree from the University of Southern California. He has hosted reality TV shows including MTV’s “Loveline” and VH1’s “Celebrity Rehab”. Although these may not seem like the most credible shows, Dr. Pinsky is a well- known expert in the field of relationships and drug and alcohol abuse. He has published three books, appeared on Oprah, the Health Channel, and the History Channel. He also writes articles for USA today and other journals.

Anderson, David S, M.D., Associate Professor and Director, Center for the Advancement of Public Health, Department of Health, Fitness and Recreation Resources, Graduate School of Education, at George Mason University, 4260 Chain Bridge Road Suite A-6, Fairfax, V.A. 22030, (703) 993-3698.

Doctor David S. Anderson currently works at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia. At the University, he is a professor for health classes covering topics on drugs, alcohol, community health and other issues. He also organizes nationwide and local conferences on alcohol abuse and prevention. Dr. Anderson is known for his expertise in the area of underage drinking prevention and is also knowledgeable in the areas of accountability, traffic safety, and strategic management. Before his career at George Mason, Dr. Anderson was the Director of Residence Life at Radford University and Ohio University, and a Residence Hall Director at The Ohio State University. He has also co- authored two national surveys and also co- directed the Promising Practices: Campus Alcohol Strategies project. This project then led to a sourcebook and formation of a Task force. Another of Dr. Anderson’s major accomplishments to the field of college alcohol abuse is his contribution to the interactive Web site, Alcohol 101 Plus: Making Safe and Responsible Decisions on Campus. Dr. Anderson would be a valuable source because he has spent a large portion of his life working in college dormitories, a place where a lot of underage drinking occurs. Through his work in the Residence Life Department at various Universities, Dr. Anderson would have learned many reasons students drink and how to help young adults struggling with addition.

Galson, Steven K., Rear Admiral, M.D., M.P.H., Surgeon General for the United States, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, 200 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20201.

The U.S. Surgeon General “serves as America's chief health educator.” He or she provides health information and statistics for the country to insure the health and safety of the citizens. Galson has served as the U.S. Surgeon General since October 2007. He has worked for numerous government agencies including a researcher for the Food and Drug Administration, the Center for Disease Control, the Department of Energy, and the Department of Health and Human Services. Galson has also received various awards for management and leadership and is a peer reviewer for medical journals. Galson would be a good resource because he has a broad medical background that will allow him to be very knowledgeable on health risks for underage drinking. Also, because he is the Surgeon General, it is his duty to report health risks and benefits to the country and therefore he would be very informed on this issue of alcohol abuse.