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About Alan Dennington, M.D.

Alan Dennington

Dr. Alan Dennington

Strategic Advisor and Board Member

Founding Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Alan Dennington believes strongly in telemedicine’s ability to transform healthcare delivery for patients. He sets a high bar for virtual care, and is focused on building the best possible provider network for TimelyCare. A seasoned entrepreneur and emergency medicine physician, Alan has a wealth of healthcare experience from serving in the emergency department at Baylor Grapevine to owning and operating an urgent care center.

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Generation Z College Students
  • October 9, 2025
  • Alan Dennington, M.D.
  • Higher Education

Gen Ztressed: How Colleges Can Support Gen Z Students’ Mental Health Needs

OverviewGen Z students bring unique strengths and equally unique challenges to today’s college campuses. While they are the most educated, diverse, and digitally connected generation, they also report historically high levels of stress and mental health concerns. This blog explores...
delta variant and college back to school plans
  • August 10, 2021
  • Alan Dennington, M.D.
  • Higher Education

The Delta Variant Disrupts College Back-to-School Plans

With the transmission of COVID slowing in the spring and millions of Americans getting vaccinated every week, it appeared that colleges could anticipate a near-normal fall semester. But that prospect is changing and not for the better. The 60% more...
College student in class
  • August 4, 2021
  • Alan Dennington, M.D.
  • Higher Education

Food Insecurity Among College Students

Living on pizza is considered a part of college life, but some students may not be able to afford even that small luxury. Feeling insecure about where your next meal is coming from has psychological and academic effects on college...
College student sitting outside on campus in mask
  • May 28, 2021
  • Alan Dennington, M.D.
  • Mental Health

How the Pandemic Changed College Student Mental Health

Eighty-nine percent of college students are experiencing anxiety as a result of COVID-19. It’s clear that the pandemic and the accompanying lockdown measures changed the college experience for students. But, what exactly happened to cause 4 out 5 college students...
Sexual Assault Awareness: Creating a Safe and Supportive Campus Environment
  • April 22, 2021
  • Alan Dennington, M.D.
  • Higher Education

Sexual Assault Awareness: Creating a Safe and Supportive Campus Environment

Sexual Assault Awareness Month is an opportunity every April to educate and engage the public on the issue of sexual assault. For higher education, institutions must provide resources to educators and administrators about sexual assault and violence. Thirteen percent of...
College student studying
  • February 24, 2021
  • Alan Dennington, M.D.
  • Student Health, Higher Education

Eating Disorders in College Students: Warning Signs and How to Help

Each year, National Eating Disorders Awareness week shines a spotlight on eating disorders and educating the public. TimelyCare supports the mission of this week promoted by the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) to spread a message of hope, while putting...
How Student Development Professionals Can Care for Student Health and Wellness
  • November 17, 2020
  • Alan Dennington, M.D.
  • Higher Education

How Student Development Professionals Can Care for Student Health and Wellness

If you’re a student development professional, you know firsthand that today’s students are the most racially diverse group in the nation’s history. Tweeting and texting are an everyday part of their social lives; they are the least religiously observant; they...
World Heart Day: Heart Health and Wellness Tips for College Students
  • September 28, 2020
  • Alan Dennington, M.D.
  • Student Health

World Heart Day: Heart Health and Wellness Tips for College Students

Most people don’t relate college students and cardiovascular disease (CVD). However, without intervention, students are at an increased risk of CVD. Various misconceptions exist regarding heart disease in young adults, including that heart disease only affects men and that it’s...
Suicide Prevention Month: How to Care for Yourself and Your Friends
  • September 9, 2020
  • Alan Dennington, M.D.
  • Mental Health, Student Health

Suicide Prevention Month: Supporting College Students with Depression

Disclaimer: The following blog is an information resource only. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8355), the Crisis Text Line by texting “HOME” to 741741, or on-demand emotional...
Student studying at computer
  • August 14, 2020
  • Alan Dennington, M.D.
  • Mental Health, Student Health

5 Coping Strategies for Stress & Anxiety in College Students

The transition from high school to college is not only an exciting time but also a stressful one. This may be the first time that these young adults have to develop time management skills, schoolwork, mental health, social life, and...
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