For more than 35 years, the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences has given licensed physical therapists the opportunity to distinguish themselves in manual therapy and improve patient outcomes by providing Manual Therapy Certification. Through a series of live seminars, they review the basic science and learn practical extremity, spinal, and soft tissue examination
Faculty will share their expertise on service-learning abroad, cerebral palsy and Down syndrome interventions, and more at the Combined Sections Meeting, the largest U.S. physical therapy conference. New Orleans – January 29, 2018 – The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS), a leading graduate institution that emphasizes health and rehabilitative sciences education through innovative education,
Award presented to Dr. Lucas Pratt, from San Diego, for his commitment to professional development and achievement in the advancement of the clinical practice of physical therapy. San Marcos, CA, January 29, 2018—The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is proud to honor alumnus Lucas Pratt, PT, DPT, OCS, MTC, FAAOMPT, with the
During the 2016 Summer Olympics, Steve Middleton, PT, DPT, MS, ATC, CSCS, CKTP, cheered on several U.S. track and field athletes he worked with as a rehabilitation professional. One in particular had been recommended for surgery, but Dr. Middleton was able to manage the symptoms with soft tissue techniques and kinesiology taping. “Taping provides a
This prestigious award recognizes a student who has made significant contribution in occupational therapy in the area(s) of scholarship, organizational activities, community service and/or advocacy San Marcos, CA, November 8, 2017 – The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS), a leading graduate institution that emphasizes health and rehabilitative sciences education through innovative classroom education, is
Special, one-time award recognizes significant industry, community contributions in 20-year history of university’s Occupational Therapy program Jacksonville, Florida – November 7, 2017 – The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS), a leading graduate institution that emphasizes health and rehabilitative sciences education through innovative classroom education, has awarded Dr. Jon Edenfield OTD, OTR/L with its 20th
Center for Innovative Clinical Practice (CICP) October is Physical Therapy Month so Heather Lake from Fox 5 News in San Diego, CA visited the Center for Innovative Clinical Practice (CICP) in San Marcos, CA to see how patient simulation is being integrated into the curriculum of St. Augustine’s Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy degree programs.
Healthcare is a complex ecosystem of diverse professions that often work in silos rather than in tandem. To foster interprofessional communication and collaboration, the first course in the online post professional programs at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences is IPE 7001 Introduction to Interprofessional Scholarly Studies. Although the course provides an orientation
Jeremy Howard was nominated for a commendation for his role in the Army National Guard’s humanitarian effort. Most days, Jeremy Howard is preparing student athletes for healthy competition at Ave Maria University or teaching as an adjunct instructor at Florida Gulf Coast University. Two days before Hurricane Irma struck Florida’s southwest coast, the 2016 Master
The Informatics specialization offers an interprofessional path for clinical and nonclinical healthcare professionals interested in entering or advancing in this growing area. “Informatics has reached a tipping point in its growth,” according to the president and CEO of the American Medical Informatics Association. It presents opportunities to identify better treatments, reduce medical errors, get patients
Elaine Lonnemann, PT, DPT, OCS, MTC, FAAOMPT, a contributing faculty member, was elected president of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT) with her term beginning October 21st. Dr. Lonnemann has been a member of the university’s Institute of Physical Therapy since 1993 after completing a residency with the institute. She has taught
Friday, September 8, 2017, is World Physical Therapy Day. The day provides an opportunity for physical therapists all over the world to raise awareness about the crucial contribution the profession makes to keeping people well, mobile, and independent. This year’s theme is “Physical Activity for Life,” highlighting the important role physical therapists play in healthy