Robert Thomann, PA-C, CAQ-EM, MMS, serves as Assistant Professor in the Physician Assistant program at Touro University Illinois. A U.S. Army Reserve veteran who served as Drill Sergeant and Tank Commander, he holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois and earned his Master's in Management Science from St. Francis University after completing PA training at Malcolm X College/Cook County Hospital.

With over 20 years in emergency medicine, including leadership as Lead Physician Assistant at Mount Sinai Hospital and sole medical provider in remote Alaska, Thomann brings extensive clinical expertise to his teaching. He founded BrightBot UVC during COVID-19, creating affordable medical-grade disinfection equipment now used in healthcare facilities nationwide. As co-founder of Star Global Connection, he leads international medical missions providing training, patient care, and water purification in developing countries, preparing students for diverse global healthcare challenges.