Originally published in South Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report It is within a physical therapist’s (PTs) scope of practice to treat the entire body. Yet, for decades, they have shied away from hand and wrist injuries, leaving occupational therapists (OTs) to take on a significant portion of upper extremity treatment. This trend began, I
Originally published on EdTech Digest Despite the uncertainty surrounding AI in healthcare education, I’ve seen enough to be optimistic. GUEST COLUMN | by Dr. Elisabeth McGee With bursts of change rattling the healthcare industry as a result of AI, and with so many changes still to come, how should we educate the next generation of practitioners?
Occupational therapy student Mia Lansberg worked with Robert Bertran to make chocolate pudding dirt cups at a ‘Life is What You Bake It’ event on the Coral Gables campus of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Fernando Tazoe USAHS Originally published in Miami Herald When young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in
Originally published on GlobeNewswire The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is proud to announce the appointment of a new program director at its Austin campus: Dr. Christopher Wise, who leads the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. Alongside Dr. Meghan Savage, who continues to direct the speech-language pathology (SLP) master’s program, and Dr. Eric
Originally published on South Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report Getting dressed can be exhausting when arthritis and age affect hand strength and fine motor skills. Occupational therapy students at the Miami campus of University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) say their immersive learning experiences was tiring, but worthwhile. “I found it difficult to
Sheila Prose, a professor and supervisor at the pro bono neuroplasticity clinic at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in South Austin, holds onto Oray Dill as he works with student Savannah Wisnieski. Originally published on Austin American-Statesman Six-year-old Oray Dill giggles with delight as Savannah Wisnieski turns a fabric tunnel into a worm
Originally published on GlobeNewswire The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) has made its renowned Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) Program available at its campuses in St. Augustine, Florida and San Marcos, California. This expansion maintains USAHS’ dedication to providing leading-edge health science education and allows students across the U.S. to enter a
Originally published on South Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report Located in the vibrant city of Coral Gables in Miami, the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is carving out a reputation as one of the premier institutions for healthcare education. With a broad range of programs emphasizing hands-on experience and innovative learning
Originally published on U.S. News & World Report Online credential options range from digital badges and industry certifications to college degrees. Key Takeaways Consider whether you want a credential offered by a higher education institution or employer. Understand your career goals before choosing a credential type. There are many online credentials out there, so look
Originally published on Capital Analytics Associates October 2024 — In an interview with Invest:, Vivian Sanchez, chancellor and CEO of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, shared how the institution prioritizes diversity in student and faculty recruitment, why making education more affordable is crucial, and its commitment to community health through establishing pro bono clinics and
Sarah Levy, a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) student at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) in San Marcos, CA, is a prime example of passion and perseverance. As Levy prepares to represent the USA Rugby team in the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, she reflects on her path, balancing academic rigor with
The renowned healthcare practitioner and educator has been pushing physical therapy forward for the better part of a century. The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) proudly announces that Dr. Stanley Paris, who founded the University and served as its president for several years, has received the prestigious Geoffrey MaitlandAward for Advancement of