Celebrating Excellence: Dr. Anupama Kizhakkeveettil Appointed Chair of the APHA ICTHP Section

Celebrating Excellence: Dr. Anupama Kizhakkeveettil Appointed Chair of the APHA ICTHP Section Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is thrilled to announce that Dr. Anupama Kizhakkeveettil, PhD, BAMS, MAOM, LAc, FAIHM, C-IAYT. and Program Director of SCU's Ayurveda Medicine Department, has been appointed Chair of the American Public Health Association's (APHA) Section on Integrative, Complementary, and Traditional Health Practices (ICTHP). With deep expertise and decades of experience in Ayurveda, Chinese medicine, yoga, public health, and integrative medicine, Dr. Kizhakkeveettil hopes to lead the ICTHP section into a future of expanded advocacy, education, and collaboration. Prior to this appointment, [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:57:25+00:00November 26, 2024|AYUR-Organic, Front Page News|

SCU Partners with Evidence In Motion to Launch Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program

SCU Partners with Evidence In Motion to Launch Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has expanded its partnership with Evidence In Motion (EIM) to launch a Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (PPOTD) program. The new program builds on the growing collaboration between SCU and EIM, which already includes hybrid accelerated programs in Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD), and Master of Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP). With this expansion, licensed occupational therapists with a bachelor's or master's degree now have a flexible, accelerated, and affordable pathway to advance their clinical [...]

By |2025-08-20T22:55:36+00:00November 20, 2024|Front Page News|

SCU Provost on Transforming Education to Transform the Student Experience and Society

SCU Provost on Transforming Education to Transform the Student Experience and Society Featured in The EvoLLLution®: Insights from Dr. Tamara Rozhon, Provost of Southern California University of Health Sciences Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) proudly announces that our Provost, Dr. Tamara Rozhon, has been featured in The EvoLLLution®, a leading publication focused on the future of higher education. Her article, "How a Whole Health University Transforms the Student Experience and Society,” explores how SCU's Whole Health approach is redefining the educational landscape, shaping individual student outcomes, and fostering broader societal impact. Read the full article here. How a Whole [...]

By |2025-08-26T23:11:48+00:00November 13, 2024|Front Page News|

Celebrating 45 Years of US-China Diplomatic Relations and the Development of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the United States

Celebrating 45 Years of U.S.-China Diplomatic Relations and the Development of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the United States Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) recently hosted a grand event celebrating the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and China. This historic gathering emphasized the progress and integration of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) within American healthcare. It highlighted SCU's ongoing dedication to advancing integrative, whole-person health through education, research, and cultural exchange. After President Nixon's landmark 1972 visit to China, TCM began to take root in the United States, becoming a vital component of community health nationwide. [...]

By |2025-08-20T23:02:28+00:00November 8, 2024|ACM-Organic, Front Page News|

SCU Announces the Launch of Phoenix Metro Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Program

SCU Announces the Launch of Phoenix Metro Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Program We are excited to formally announce the launch of our new Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program at our Phoenix Metro campus, expanding upon the success of our established OTD program at the Whittier campus. This new program is designed to provide aspiring occupational therapists with the advanced education needed to enter the field of occupational therapy, while also pioneering SCU's future educational offerings in Arizona. The Phoenix Metro OTD program, which recently achieved candidacy status, will begin in January 2025. This program features an innovative hybrid model, [...]

By |2025-08-20T23:04:50+00:00October 15, 2024|Front Page News, OTD|

Kicking Off Physician Assistant Week: SCU’s PA Students Serving the Unhoused Community at the LA Mission

Kicking Off Physician Assistant Week: SCU's PA Students Serving the Unhoused Community at the LA Mission Introduction to National Physician Assistant Week National Physician Assistant Week (PA Week) occurs from October 6th to 12th each year. This important week raises awareness about the critical contributions Physician Assistants (PAs) make in healthcare. PAs are versatile medical professionals who are pivotal in expanding access to care and improving health outcomes across the United States. At Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU), PA Week 2024 was marked by an inspiring initiative to serve the local community and put the values of the [...]

By |2025-08-20T23:06:45+00:00October 7, 2024|Front Page News, MSPA-Organic|

Southern California University of Health Sciences Awarded $1.7 Million NIH R01 Grant to Advance Research on Chronic Low Back Pain

Southern California University of Health Sciences Awarded $1.7 Million NIH R01 Grant to Advance Research on Chronic Low Back Pain Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) proudly announces that its Clinical and Health Research department has received a $1.7 million R01 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This prestigious grant will fund groundbreaking research comparing the safety, efficiency, and care costs for Medicare beneficiaries receiving acupuncture for chronic low back pain. The research, in collaboration with Dartmouth College, launched in August and will span three years. The NIH R01 grant is highly sought after and represents a [...]

By |2025-08-20T23:08:36+00:00October 4, 2024|Front Page News|

Southern California University of Health Sciences Named A, 2024 Great College to Work For,” With Special Honor Roll Distinction

Southern California University of Health Sciences Named A "2024 Great College to Work For," With Special Honor Roll Distinction Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to the Great Colleges to Work For® program. The results, released today in a special insert of The Chronicle of Higher Education, are based on a two-part assessment process: an institution questionnaire that captures employment data and workplace policies from each institution and a survey administered to faculty, administrators, and professional support staff. The primary factor in deciding whether an institution [...]

By |2025-08-20T23:43:54+00:00September 20, 2024|Front Page News|

Southern California University of Health Sciences Welcomes Renowned Precision Medicine Expert to Advisory Board

Southern California University of Health Sciences Welcomes Renowned Precision Medicine Expert to Advisory Board Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Howard McLeod, a world-renowned expert in precision medicine and pharmacogenomics, to the advisory board of its Department of Human Genetics and Genomics. "We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Howard McLeod to our advisory board," said SCU President Dr. John Scaringe. "His exceptional contributions to the field of precision medicine and pharmacogenomics are unmatched, and his guidance will be instrumental in driving our Department of Human Genetics and Genomics to the forefront [...]

By |2025-08-20T23:53:31+00:00August 30, 2024|Front Page News, Genetics-Organic|

Prenatal Genetic Counseling And What It Involves

Prenatal Genetic Counseling And What It Involves By: Matt Tschirgi, MS, CGC Certified Genetic Counselor Prenatal Genetic Counseling  Prenatal genetic counseling is a crucial service provided to future or expecting parents to assess risks of genetic disorders in a pregnancy. A genetic counseling consult offers in-depth information and support for parents navigating the complexities of possible genetic risks in the next generation. It typically consists of discussing inherited risks, performing a medical family history, asking questions about possible environmental exposures that could impact a pregnancy, and providing a comprehensive risk assessment. Testing options may be offered, but are completely optional. [...]

By |2025-08-20T23:58:36+00:00August 22, 2024|Front Page News, Genetics-SEO, MSGC, SEO|
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