Amy Fisher serves as the Program Director for Rutgers Project ECHO, where she leads the development of statewide and national programs that expand access to high-quality, evidence-based education for healthcare professionals serving underserved and under resourced populations. Since joining the ECHO team in January 2021, Amy has worked to build strong, lasting partnerships among providers, community organizations, and public health leaders to close gaps in care and improve patient outcomes. 

Her professional interests include health systems transformation, patient satisfaction, community engagement, aging, and chronic disease prevention. With a background in Business Management and Healthcare Administration, Amy brings both strategic insight and a people-centered approach to her work. Her work centers on connecting people with the resources they need to make informed choices for their well-being and supporting public health initiatives that enhance chronic disease management and care coordination. 

“My favorite part of ECHO is that it’s a truly collaborative model—there’s no hierarchy, only shared learning. All teach, all learn. Every session connects people who might never otherwise meet, creating a space where we can dispel myths, share evidence-based practices, and make an immediate impact on patients and communities.” 

“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” – Arthur Ashe

Sean Cuddihy is a Program Support Specialist at Rutgers Project ECHO. Sean’s primary interests include the intersection of policy and health as well as intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sean helps plan and support various ECHO programs while managing Rutgers Project ECHO’s online presence which includes creating podcast episodes, videos, and social media content.  

Prior to returning to ECHO in 2025, Sean worked at The Boggs Center on Disability and Human Development as a Multimedia Specialist. Sean also has experience working at Aggregate Films and NOVA at WGBH creating nonfiction media. Sean graduated summa cum laude from Emerson College in December 2020 with a Bachelor’s in Media Arts Production. 

“At Rutgers Project ECHO everyone is treated equally! All participants have something to contribute, no matter the discipline or level of experience. Every session connects people who would normally never meet and gives space for collaboration to solve real issues together.”   

“My silences had not protected me. Your silence will not protect you” – Audre Lorde

Theresa Hughes is a Program Coordinator at Rutgers Project ECHO, where she has been a key contributor since October 2020. 

Theresa’s primary areas of interest include Substance Use & Addiction, Harm Reduction Strategies, and Advancing Health Equity. 

Bringing over 30 years of experience in the medical and corporate sectors—including executive support, financial management, and high-level project coordination—Theresa focuses on the successful operational planning and execution of complex, grant-funded ECHO series. She leverages this extensive background to oversee all program logistics, from coordinating expert Hub teams and managing content delivery to meeting all essential programmatic requirements. 

“I joined Project ECHO because it is a fascinating concept—a high-impact model for democratizing specialized medical knowledge. My favorite part is seeing how we connect experts with community providers, empowering them to confidently solve real-world patient issues and drive system-wide improvements.” 

“Don’t be upset by the results you didn’t get with the work you didn’t do.” – Inky Johnson

Suzette Smith is the Finance Program Administrator at Rutgers Project ECHO and the Department of Community Health. She joined the Project ECHO team in June 2024, after working over 30 years gaining expertise in fiscal and business operations. Her primary interests include nutrition and aging adults, with a focus on relevant topics that shape daily life and community health. 

Suzette manages budgeting and fiscal operations for the Project ECHO initiatives. Her extensive experience with financial systems allows for accurate and efficient handling of financial resources, contributing significantly to the department’s success. She received her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Fairleigh Dickinson University.  

“At Project ECHO, I value the opportunity to collaborate with exceptional colleagues whose knowledge and compassion broaden my own. Together, we create an impact that benefits the community.”

“When the world says, ‘Give up,’ Hope whispers, ‘Try it one more time.’” – Author Unknown

Megan Sweet is a Program Coordinator with Rutgers Project ECHO and joined the team in early 2023. Her primary interests include community health, maternal health, and the intersection of nutrition, preventable chronic diseases and healthy food access. Megan plans and leads various ECHO programs, and supports the rest of the team with funding and other projects. 

Prior to joining the ECHO team, Megan worked for several years as a Nutrition Educator at Greater Newark Conservancy, an organization that expands access to healthy food, environmental education, and green spaces in Newark. Megan received her Master of Science in Public Health in Health Education & Health Communication with a concentration in Nutrition and Food Systems from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, as well as her Bachelor’s in Public Health from Johns Hopkins University.  

“As someone who is passionate about public health and health education, I am excited by the power of ECHO to connect people from all walks of life to learn from experts and each other in a safe space with the shared goal of improving health outcomes for all.” 

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” ―Nelson Mandela