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A Comprehensive Guide to Genetic Counseling Education Programs

A Comprehensive Guide to Genetic Counseling Education Programs By Cory McHale, MS, CGC Certified Genetic Counselor Interested in pursuing a career in genetic counseling? Excellent. You've taken the first step! To set yourself on a path toward a successful career in personalized medicine, your next task is to select the education program that best fits you. There are an increasing number of available accredited programs. A "choose your own adventure” to your career awaits! Read on for a guide to help you find your way. Genetic counseling as a clinical service has existed for over 50 years. Awareness and access [...]

By |2025-09-26T09:08:39+00:00August 29, 2024|Genetics-SEO, MSGC|
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Acupuncture Classes: All You Need To Know

Acupuncture Classes: All You Need To Know Our acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine classes offer a unique blend of traditional practices and modern healthcare insights, making them invaluable tools in our current health and wellness landscape. In an era where whole-person care is taking center stage, these practices are proving to be more than just complementary—they're essential. By focusing on underlying causes rather than just symptoms, these classes offer a unique approach that modern healthcare increasingly recognizes as invaluable. At Southern California University of Health Sciences, we're dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare by offering an education that goes [...]

By |2025-10-09T17:08:36+00:00August 25, 2024|ACM, ACM-SEO|
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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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The Sleep-Heart Connection: Enhancing Whole Health Through Acupuncture

The Sleep-Heart Connection: Enhancing Whole Health Through Acupuncture Whole Health encompasses every aspect of our well-being, including physical, emotional, mental, and social health. One component of the Whole Health care plan is the Rest and Recharge concept, which is part of the Whole Health system to help people lead their fullest, most meaningful lives. In a significant development, the American Heart Association has revised its "Life's Simple 7” predictors of heart health (including diet, smoking, and cholesterol) to "Life's Essential 8.” This update includes sleep as a crucial measure for enhancing and sustaining cardiovascular health, further solidifying its importance in [...]

By |2025-10-10T00:20:10+00:00May 30, 2024|ACM, ACM-Organic, ACM-SEO|
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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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Enpowering Futures In Occupational Therapy: Inside SCU’s Innovative OTD Program

Enpowering Futures In Occupational Therapy: Inside SCU's Innovative OTD Program To celebrate Occupational Therapy Month this April, we're shining a spotlight on the innovative Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program at Southern California University of Health Sciences. Our program stands out by offering a unique blend of primarily remote learning, complemented by frequent on-campus experiences. Over seven and a half terms, or approximately two and a half years, students engage in both classroom and experiential learning, diving deep into the realms of evidence-based care, lifestyle health, lifelong learning, and occupational justice. Our commitment to accessibility and excellence in occupational therapy education [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:57:14+00:00April 17, 2024|Front Page News, OTD|
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