The HHRF 2025 Conference in San Antonio, TX is a 2-day event brings together HHRF’s supporters, researchers and the EAS community to celebrate and share innovations in research that support the power of horse-human interactions across an array of disciplines. This thought-provoking and informative event includes exciting presentations led by innovators in the industry and networking opportunities among a national community of industry experts. Tara Mahoney, LCMHC, Justin Grant, US Army (Ret.) 75th Ranger Regiment, 3rd Battalion and Dr. (LTC) and Kimberly Decker, PhD, MHA, FACHE will present on Moral Injury.

Moral Injury is a psycho-spiritual crisis in which one’s core beliefs and ethical codes are shattered during military combat or service. The recent and emerging conflicts of the 21st century demand a professional and ethical response to support healing. The presentation will include definitions, historical perspectives, and testimonials from presenters who have first hand knowledge of moral injury among our service members. Case studies in equine assisted interventions will promote active discussion and learning.

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Dr. Kimberly L. Decker serves as the Executive-in-Residence and Assistant Professor at the Army-Baylor Graduate Program in Health and Business Administration. A healthcare administrator and leader with over two decades of military service, she has held key positions including Deputy Commander for Administration (COO) at Army healthcare facilities worldwide and has deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Dr. Decker earned her Ph.D. in Health Services Organization and Research from Virginia Commonwealth University, a Master of Health Administration from Baylor University, and a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Virginia. A Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives, her research focuses on performance-based budgeting, healthcare quality outcomes, and leadership in military healthcare organizations.

Dr. Decker’s professional accomplishments include numerous leadership roles, extensive operational experience, and publication in peer-reviewed journals. She is passionate about improving healthcare delivery and mentoring the next generation of healthcare leaders.