About Us

Polly Keller, MBA, RRT, RCIS

Program Chair

I joined Valencia in 1995. My clinical background started in 1986 as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.  I became an educator in 1989 when I was offered an adjunct teaching position from my alma mater Youngstown State University (Ohio). 

I was fortunate to gain my critical care experience at Ohio State University Hospital which is a large teaching hospital, trauma center, and transplant center.   I cross trained into cardiology which is similar to the manner in which the majority of people gravitate to the Cath Lab. 

As a firm believer in life long learning, I have earned a Bachelors Degree in Applied Science from YSU, an MBA from Rollins College, and hold credentials as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist and as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.  When I was offered the opportunity to develop the VCC CVT program I welcomed the chance to be even more involved in the medical education profession.  I am now the program’s director and greatly enjoy bringing students into this exciting career.

I am married.  My husband is an electrical / mechanical engineer specializing in lasers.  We enjoy our home, discussing science, road bicycling, cooking, entertaining, and I enjoy Yoga.  We have 3 cats and my husband has 2 children and one grandson.

Michael Herringshaw, RCIS, EMT

Clinical Coordinator

I started as an Adjunct Professor in the Cardiovascular Technology Program in January 2006. I am a graduate of Valencia’s Cardiovascular Technology program, Class of 2005.

I used to think you had to be a Billionaire to be the richest man in the world.  I really felt stupid when I figured out all I had to do was have 3 amazing children and 1 very patient wife.  I am now the richest man in the world, even if I don’t have a Billion dollars.  I do have a 6 year old son named Cole, he’s my golden child.  I also have a 3 year old son named Noah; he acts just like his Dad.  Finally, I have a 5 month old daughter named Piper, she is my princess.  Last but definitely not least my amazing wife Monique, my soul mate.  Thank you God for letting me marry up!!  Everything I do I do for them; they are my strength, my heart and my life.