SCU’s MSMS Program Provides Strong Foundation for Aspiring Medical School Students

SCU's MSMS Program Provides Strong Foundation for Aspiring Medical School Students Photo by Shastin Medora Photography Not all students take a straight path through their healthcare careers. For Melissa Scharfe, Master of Science in Medical Science (MSMS) class of 2023, that road has consisted of multiple degrees that culminated in her desire to attend medical school to pursue emergency surgery. Now, after completing her MSMS degree, which mimics the first year of medical school, Melissa is confident in her decision to start medical school next fall. SCU's Master of Science in Medical Science SCU's post-baccalaureate online or blended [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:57:02+00:00December 13, 2023|Front Page News, MSMS-Organic|

Healing Hands for Humanity President Chloe Lee on Promoting Health Equity

All individuals and communities should have a fair and just opportunity to be healthy. This belief in health equity for all is a core value of Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU), and something our students, faculty, and staff strive to live every day. One way SCU educates and prepares students to understand and be empowered to impact determinants of health and reduce health disparities is through organizations such as Healing Hands for Humanity (H3). H3 is a humanitarian organization comprising of SCU students and faculty that provides free healthcare to underserved populations in Southern California with a focus [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:56:59+00:00December 11, 2023|ACM-Organic, Front Page News|

SCU Physician Assistant Faculty and Students at CAPACon 2023

Students in the Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) Master of Science: Physician Assistant (MSPA) Program recently had the opportunity to attend the 2023 California Academy of Physician Associates Conference (CAPACon), where they networked, learned, and shared a mutual passion for the PA profession with others. CAPACon is an annual conference held by the California Academy of Physician Associates (CAPA), an organization that supports and advocates for PAs in California. At CAPACon 2023, SCU students participated by attending lectures and skills workshops, leading pre-PA activities, and competing in the annual Student Challenge Bowl. SCU Students Learn, Network, and Lead at [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:56:56+00:00December 6, 2023|Front Page News, MSPA-Organic|

Commencement Speaker Dr. Tracy Gaudet Discusses Her Vision of Health and Well-being, Transformational Leadership, and Advice for the Class of 2023

Commencement Speaker Dr. Tracy Gaudet Discusses Her Vision of Health and Well-being, Transformational Leadership, and Advice for the Class of 2023 Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is proud to announce that Tracy Gaudet, MD will serve as the keynote speaker for the SCU Class of 2023 Commencement Ceremony. SCU's Class of 2023 Commencement Ceremony will be held Monday, December 18, 2023 at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach, located at 21500 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, California, 92648. Doors will open at 9 a.m. for guest seating and the ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. Tracy Gaudet, MD is a [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:56:52+00:00November 29, 2023|Front Page News|

SCU Health Announces New Chiropractic and Acupuncture Wellness Packages

SCU Health, a division of Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU), has announced new wellness packages and pricing for its Whittier and Tustin locations, making ongoing chiropractic and acupuncture visits more affordable than ever before. In addition to cash and insurance payment options, SCU Health's wellness packages offer the opportunity to save more depending on the number of chiropractic and acupuncture visits purchased. They also make wonderful gifts for anyone looking to share the gift of integrative, whole-person healthcare with their loved ones this holiday season. Affordable Whole-Person Healthcare New chiropractic patients interested in a wellness package can [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:56:49+00:00November 15, 2023|ACM-Organic, DC-Organic, Front Page News|

SCU Announces the 2024 ASB Executive Board (E-board)

Elections were recently held for the 2024 Southern California University of Health Sciences Associated Student Body Executive Board (SCU ASB E-Board) annual student leadership positions. The roles up for election were President, Vice President, CCO Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, and Community Liaison. Congratulations to the following elected student leaders for 2024! All elected student leaders will serve a one-year term from January through December 2024. President: Peter Shahat Vice President: George Zakhary Secretary: Sharon Lam Treasurer: Roza Ouladi Community Liason: Madison Park CCO Chair: Ryhen Ann 2024 President: Peter Shahat The E-board President shall be the leader and voice of the [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:56:47+00:00November 15, 2023|Front Page News|

SCU Health announces November 2023 date for free Community Outreach Clinic

WHITTIER, CA (November 15, 2023) — SCU Health is proud to announce a free Chiropractic Care event open to all Southern Californians on Saturday, November 18 from 1 4 p.m. Our monthly SCU Health Community Outreach Clinic is part of a continuing effort to serve the community with integrative, whole-person healthcare services, increase the awareness of whole-person healthcare benefits, and provide students with clinical experience and patient treatment. The following healthcare services will be offered at our November 2023 Community Outreach Clinic: Chiropractic consultation and treatment. Treatment is based on the consultation and varies, based on the needs of [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:56:43+00:00November 15, 2023|DC-Organic, Front Page News, MSPA-Organic|

SCU Provides Healthcare Support and Educational Opportunities for Veterans

March is National Nutrition Month, which promotes the importance of making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. Along with a balanced diet, taking vitamins and supplements can also improve overall health. While there are many options available, if I could only choose three, they would be Omega 3 fish oil, Vitamin D, and Magnesium. These three vitamins offer a range of benefits, from improving brain function to reducing inflammation and supporting bone health.

By |2025-08-15T20:20:50+00:00November 10, 2023|DC-Organic, Front Page News|

How Veterans Can Benefit from Chiropractic Care

March is National Nutrition Month, which promotes the importance of making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. Along with a balanced diet, taking vitamins and supplements can also improve overall health. While there are many options available, if I could only choose three, they would be Omega 3 fish oil, Vitamin D, and Magnesium. These three vitamins offer a range of benefits, from improving brain function to reducing inflammation and supporting bone health.

By |2025-08-21T11:02:38+00:00November 8, 2023|DC-Organic, Front Page News|

How Chiropractic Students Use Kinesio Tape to Treat Knee Pain and More

March is National Nutrition Month, which promotes the importance of making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. Along with a balanced diet, taking vitamins and supplements can also improve overall health. While there are many options available, if I could only choose three, they would be Omega 3 fish oil, Vitamin D, and Magnesium. These three vitamins offer a range of benefits, from improving brain function to reducing inflammation and supporting bone health.

By |2025-08-21T11:06:29+00:00October 30, 2023|Front Page News|
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