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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|
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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|
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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|
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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|
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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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AIHM, SCU, and Cornerstone Collaboration to Co-Host Inaugural Whole Health Conference in October 2024

AIHM, SCU, and Cornerstone Collaboration to Co-Host Inaugural Whole Health Conference in October 2024   Interprofessional continuing education credits available to all conference attendees   Whole Health is emerging as the next evolutionary step in integrative health and medicine. In response, the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine (AIHM), Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU), and the Cornerstone Collaboration for Societal Change have announced they will co-host the Inaugural Whole Health Conference, "Bringing Whole Health to Life,” from October 25 to 27, 2024, at Paradise Point Resort and Spa in San Diego. Healthcare professionals from across the spectrum are [...]

By |2025-08-21T00:01:05+00:00August 20, 2024|ACM-Organic, AYUR-Organic, BSHS-Organic, DC, DC-Organic, DPT, Front Page News, Genetics-Organic, MSMS-Organic, MSPA-Organic, OTD|
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SCU Joins Global Chiropractic Advocacy at WCCS Meeting

SCU Joins Global Chiropractic Advocacy At WCCS Meeting Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is proud to announce the return of its Chiropractic students from the World Congress of Chiropractic Students (WCCS) Annual General Meeting held in Veracruz, Mexico. This event was not only a platform for discussing common and uncommon issues faced by Chiropractic students worldwide but also a noteworthy moment for SCU as it became an official chapter in the WCCS. A Global Gathering for a Common Cause The WCCS Annual General Meeting is a unique congregation where Chiropractic students from around the globe come together to [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:57:23+00:00July 26, 2024|DC, DC-Organic, Front Page News|
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Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) and Arete Healthcare Announce Strategic Collaboration to Enhance Access to High-Value Care

Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) and Arete Healthcare Announce Strategic Collaboration to Enhance Access to High-Value Care Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) and Arete Healthcare are pleased to announce a transformative multi-year collaboration aimed at expanding the availability of high-value musculoskeletal care in the United States. This partnership marks a significant advancement in enhancing the quality, accessibility, and experience for people seeking healthcare services for musculoskeletal concerns, including low back pain and neck pain. Key highlights of the collaboration include: Adoption of Arete MSO Services: SCU will implement Arete Management Services Organization (MSO) services to revolutionize [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:57:19+00:00June 28, 2024|ACM-Organic, DC, DC-Organic, Front Page News, OTD|
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Physician Assistants: Where Service Meets Leadership

Physician Assistants: Where Service Meets Leadership Ever wonder what it's like to be a Physician Assistant (PA) or how to become one? Our Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) Physician Assistants Student Society (PASS) had the amazing opportunity to share our passion for this career at a local high school's career fair. Being in a gym, among other careers and programs, we knew we had to be informative and exciting. Of course, we anticipated the "Are you just a doctor's assistant?” and "So you're like a nurse?” type of statements and questions, but we were ready to take those [...]

By |2025-08-21T00:09:20+00:00May 10, 2024|Front Page News, MSPA-Organic|
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Southern California University of Health Sciences Celebrates Dr. Michael Fanning’s Appointment to the 2024 Paris Summer Games U.S. Olympic Medical Team

Southern California University of Health Sciences Celebrates Dr. Michael Fanning's Appointment To The 2024 Paris Summer Games U.S. Olympic Medical Team We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Michael Fanning, a distinguished Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) team member, has been named to the 2024 Paris Summer Games U.S. Olympic medical team. This prestigious appointment underscores Dr. Fanning's exceptional expertise and dedication to supporting athletic excellence. Dr. Fanning, a seasoned clinician in our Tactical Sports Medicine department, has been an integral part of the SCU community since he joined the faculty following an impressive stint in the United [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:57:15+00:00April 26, 2024|Front Page News|
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