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SCU Stands Out at Acupuncture Research Conference

SCU Stands Out at Acupuncture Research Conference Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) stood out at the 2025 Society for Acupuncture Research (SAR) Conference, held April 36 in Newport Beach. Faculty, students, and graduates alike were selected to present their work, a testament to SCU's excellence in research and integrative medicine. SAR is the leading international organization for acupuncture research, with its annual conference bringing together members from 28 countries--including researchers, students, health professionals, and educators. SAR's goal is to support solid science in acupuncture and Oriental medicine by hosting conferences, think tanks, and events to share research advances and [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:43:27+00:00June 18, 2025|ACM-Organic, Front Page News|
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SCU’s MSPA Program Awarded Song-Brown Grant to Advance Health Equity

SCU's MSPA Program Awarded Song-Brown Grant to Advance Health Equity Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) Master of Science: Physician Assistant (MSPA) program was awarded a $65,000 grant from the California Department of Healthcare Access and Information (HCAI). The grant funding will allow the MSPA program to continue advancing efforts to recruit students from diverse backgrounds and expand training in high-need communities. SCU's MSPA program remains committed to ensuring that all patients, regardless of socioeconomic status or geographic location, have access to the providers they deserve. "Receiving this grant is both an incredible honor and a meaningful investment in [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:43:24+00:00June 11, 2025|Front Page News, MSMS-Organic, MSPA-Organic|
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Transforming Healthcare: Dr. Tracy Gaudet on the Institute for Functional Medicine Podcast

Transforming Healthcare: Dr. Tracy Gaudet on the Institute for Functional Medicine Podcast What if healthcare wasn't just about fixing what's wrong, but about helping people live their fullest, most meaningful lives? That was the central theme presented by Dr. Tracy Gaudet, Program Director of the Southern California University of Health Sciences' Doctor of Whole Health Leadership (DrWHL) program, during her recent appearance on the Institute for Functional Medicine podcast. In an episode titled "Whole Health and Transforming Healthcare Systems”, Dr. Gaudet shared insights on why Whole Health is not just a model of care—it's a paradigm shift. "Whole Health both [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:43:22+00:00June 6, 2025|DrWHL-Organic, Front Page News|
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SCU’s Dr. Leah Grout Featured in BBC Article on Global COVID-19 Responses

SCU's Dr. Leah Grout Featured in BBC Article on Global COVID-19 Responses Dr. Leah Grout, a Southern California University of Health Sciences Research Data Analyst and Associate Research Professor specializing in public health, was recently interviewed by the British Broadcasting Corporation for a news article "Five Years On: The Countries That Never Locked Down for COVID-19.” In the article, Dr. Grout shared findings from the study, for which she was the lead author,  "Comparing COVID-19 Pandemic Health Responses in Two High-Income Island Nations: Iceland and New Zealand.” The study, published in July 2023, compared Iceland and New Zealand's responses [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:45:51+00:00June 4, 2025|Front Page News|
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SCU’s Eastern Medicine Department Programs Receive Maximum Seven-Year Re-Accreditation

SCU's Eastern Medicine Department Programs Receive Maximum Seven-Year Re-Accreditation Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine (DAcCHM) and Master of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine (MAcCHM) programs both received the highest level of re-accreditation—a seven-year term—from the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM), a nationally recognized accrediting body for acupuncture and herbal medicine education. This recognition extends through February 2032, affirming SCU's unique and forward-thinking programs blending the best of traditional practices with the best of Western biomedicine. "This re-accreditation is a prestigious recognition of our commitment to maintaining academic [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:43:15+00:00June 1, 2025|ACM-Organic, Front Page News|
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SCU’s Ayurvedic Medicine Program Makes History with National Accreditation

SCU's Ayurvedic Medicine Program Makes History with National Accreditation Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has achieved a historic milestone. Its Ayurvedic Medicine Department, led by Dr. Anupama Kizhakkeveettil, has become the first program in the country to receive accreditation from the newly established Ayurvedic Accreditation Commission (AAC). This is a big deal for SCU, its students, and the future of Ayurvedic medicine in the U.S., establishing SCU as a pioneer in Ayurvedic education and setting a gold standard for academic excellence and clinical training. As the AAC President said, "SCU has demonstrated not only a commitment to [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:43:13+00:00May 20, 2025|AYUR-Organic, Front Page News|
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Embracing a New Paradigm: The Transformation to Whole Health

Embracing a New Paradigm: The Transformation to Whole Health In recent years, discussions about health and wellness have increasingly embraced a whole person approach, aligning with the principles of integrative health and medicine. But what does it truly mean to transition to Whole Health, and how can we achieve this shift? For decades, many healthcare professionals have worked within a system that primarily focuses on disease management. However, this traditional model has often failed to deliver optimal outcomes. In the United States, for example, healthcare spending remains high, yet life expectancy lags behind that of other nations. According to the [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:43:11+00:00May 2, 2025|Front Page News|
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New Study Shows Chiropractic Care May Be a Safer Choice for Treating Neck Pain in Older Adults

New Study Shows Chiropractic Care May Be a Safer Choice for Treating Neck Pain in Older Adults   Neck pain is a common problem, especially for older adults. Many doctors recommend first attempting to treat the pain without medication--but are those alternative therapies safer? A new study led by Dr. James Whedon at Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) compared different ways to treat neck pain in older adults on Medicare. The results showed that chiropractic care might be a safer option than traditional medical care. What Was the Motivation for This Study? Doctors and researchers are trying to find better ways to [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:43:07+00:00February 26, 2025|Front Page News, SEO|
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Southern California University of Health Sciences President John Scaringe Visits Washington D.C. for Learning & Advocacy

Southern California University of Health Sciences President John Scaringe Visits Washington D.C. for Learning & Advocacy    In early February, Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) President Dr. John Scaringe attended the National Association for Independent Colleges & Universities (NAICU) annual conference and legislative advocacy day in our nation's capitol. Representing all 1,700 private, nonprofit colleges and universities, NAICU is the only national organization focused exclusively on representing the private, nonprofit higher education sector on public policy issues in Washington, DC. As part of a coalition from the Association for Independent California Colleges & Universities (AICCU), Dr. Scaringe joined [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:43:05+00:00February 18, 2025|Front Page News|
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Southern California University’s Gabrielle Villard Selected as an ASHG Post-Baccalaureate Genomics Analyst Fellow

Southern California University's Gabrielle Villard Selected as an ASHG Post-Baccalaureate Genomics Analyst Fellow Gabrielle Villard, a recent graduate of SCU's Master of Science in Human Genetics and Genomics (MSHGG), has been selected for the prestigious Post-Baccalaureate Genomics Analyst Fellowship, offered by the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) in collaboration with the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI). This highly competitive two-year program provides exceptional early-career scientists with hands-on experience in genomics, allowing them to engage in groundbreaking research, policy development, and advocacy. Fellows are placed at either NHGRI's Extramural Research Program in Bethesda, MD, or at ASHG in Rockville, [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:43:02+00:00February 11, 2025|Front Page News, Genetics-Organic|
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