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SCU Ayurveda Program Director Serves as Chair of the International Delegates Assembly at International AYUSH Conference in Dubai

SCU Ayurveda Program Director Serves as Chair of the International Delegates Assembly at International AYUSH Conference in Dubai Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) continues to expand its global presence in integrative and Whole Health education, as Ayurveda Program Director Dr. Anupama Kizhakkeveettil took on a leadership role at the 3rd International AYUSH Conference & Expo 2026 in Dubai. Held at the Dubai World Trade Center, the conference brought together more than 2,000 delegates from over 30 countries, including researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and industry leaders focused on advancing evidence-based traditional and integrative healthcare systems. “Being represented at [...]

By |2026-04-28T16:03:49+00:00April 29, 2026|AYUR-Organic, Front Page News, SCU News|
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From Reading DNA to Rewriting Life: How Genetics Is Transforming Medicine

From Reading DNA to Rewriting Life: How Genetics Is Transforming Medicine For most of modern history, medicine has focused on managing disease. In recent years, that has begun to change. Advances in genetics and genomics are helping move healthcare toward something far more powerful: the ability to understand, predict, and in some cases directly address the biological causes of disease at their source. To understand why this moment matters, it helps to start with the basics. The Shift from Understanding to Intervention Every cell in your body contains DNA, the molecule that carries the instructions for how your [...]

By |2026-04-24T16:33:49+00:00April 27, 2026|Front Page News, Genetics-Organic, MSGC-Organic, MSHGG-Organic, SCU News|
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Yoga May Offer Cost-Effective Solution for Knee Osteoarthritis, New Study Finds

Yoga May Offer Cost-Effective Solution for Knee Osteoarthritis, New Study Finds A new study led by Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) Research Director Dr. Steffany Moonaz provides compelling evidence that yoga may be a cost-effective and clinically beneficial option for managing knee osteoarthritis (OA)—a condition affecting millions worldwide and a leading cause of disability. In a randomized controlled trial of 117 adults aged 40 and older with clinically diagnosed knee osteoarthritis, researchers compared a structured yoga program to a traditional strengthening exercise regimen over 12 weeks, with follow-up outcomes assessed at 24 weeks. In addition to [...]

By |2026-04-28T15:23:11+00:00April 23, 2026|Front Page News, SCU News|
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The Future of Integrative, Whole-Person Healthcare: 5 Trends Shaping the Next Decade

The Future of Integrative, Whole-Person Healthcare: 5 Trends Shaping the Next Decade Healthcare is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in modern history. Advances in technology, growing research in lifestyle medicine, and increasing recognition of the mind-body connection are reshaping how healthcare professionals approach patient care. For decades, healthcare systems have largely focused on diagnosing and managing disease. Today, however, healthcare leaders increasingly recognize that improving long-term health outcomes requires a broader approach—one that emphasizes prevention, personalization, and whole-person well-being. According to Tracy Gaudet, MD, Executive Director of the Doctor of Whole Health Leadership program at Southern [...]

By |2026-04-02T15:34:21+00:00April 3, 2026|Front Page News, SCU News|
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What Is a White Coat Ceremony and Why Does It Matter in Healthcare Education?

What Is a White Coat Ceremony and Why Does It Matter in Healthcare Education? Every year, hundreds of SCU students participate in White Coat Ceremonies as they transition from classroom learning to supervised clinical training. These ceremonies are more than just tradition. They have a rich history rooted in the same whole-person approach to care that SCU embraces as an Integrative, Whole Health University. What Is a White Coat Ceremony? A White Coat Ceremony is a meaningful rite of passage that formally welcomes students into a healthcare profession. During the ceremony, students receive their first white coats and [...]

By |2026-03-27T23:04:03+00:00March 4, 2026|Front Page News, SCU News|
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Why Mentorship Matters: How Supportive Work Environments Shape the Journey from OT Student to Certified Hand Therapist

Why Mentorship Matters: How Supportive Work Environments Shape the Journey from OT Student to Certified Hand Therapist Becoming a healthcare professional involves more than completing coursework or accumulating clinical hours. Long-term success depends on the quality of mentorship, professional support, and workplace culture that shape a clinician’s early career. For Emily Grullón, OTR/L, OTD, CHT, a Certified Hand Therapist and faculty member at Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU), those factors were instrumental in her own professional development—and now inform how she prepares future occupational therapists for practice. Dr. Grullón explored these themes during her presentation, From [...]

By |2026-03-27T23:04:52+00:00February 20, 2026|Front Page News, OTD-Organic, SCU News|
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Medicare Covers Acupuncture—So Why Can’t Licensed Acupuncturists Provide It?

Medicare Covers Acupuncture—So Why Can’t Licensed Acupuncturists Provide It? Nearly five years after Medicare approved acupuncture as a covered, evidence-based treatment for chronic low back pain, access to care remains strikingly uneven across the United States. In many regions, older adults technically have coverage—but little practical ability to receive acupuncture from trained providers. New research presented by faculty from Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) reveals just how wide these gaps are—and points to a central policy contradiction at the heart of Medicare’s acupuncture benefit. Extreme Geographic Inequities in Access At the recent Academy of Integrative Health [...]

By |2026-03-27T23:05:34+00:00February 13, 2026|Front Page News, SCU News|
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SCU Faculty Spotlight: Global Leadership in Whole Health at International Integrative Medicine Congress

SCU Faculty Spotlight: Global Leadership in Whole Health at International Integrative Medicine Congress Faculty leaders from Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) took the global stage this fall, showcasing the university’s growing leadership in Whole Health education, integrative research, and culturally responsive care at the 3rd World Congress on Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine (TCIM) in Rio de Janeiro The international gathering brought together researchers, educators, clinicians, and policymakers from around the world to explore evidence-informed approaches to integrative health care. SCU faculty contributed through oral presentations, panel participation, and poster research—advancing conversations on how health professions [...]

By |2026-03-27T23:06:23+00:00February 5, 2026|Front Page News, SCU News|
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SCU Introduces Online, Self-Paced Ayurveda Short Courses for Learners Everywhere

SCU Introduces Online, Self-Paced Ayurveda Short Courses for Learners Everywhere Responding to growing interest in integrative and preventive approaches to health and wellness, Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) today announced the launch of Ayurveda Short Courses, a new collection of fully online, self-paced offerings designed to make one of the world’s oldest healing systems accessible to learners everywhere. Available for purchase through a simple e-commerce model, these short courses remove traditional barriers to university education while maintaining the rigor and expertise of SCU, a recognized leader in Ayurvedic medicine and integrative, whole-person health education. Learners can [...]

By |2026-03-27T23:08:08+00:00January 21, 2026|AYUR-Organic, Front Page News, SCU News|
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2025 Commencement Valedictorian Jamie Gabriel Inspires Graduates with a Call to Lead with Balance, Compassion, and Service

2025 Commencement Valedictorian Jamie Gabriel Inspires Graduates with a Call to Lead with Balance, Compassion, and Service At the Southern California University of Health Sciences 2025 Commencement Ceremony, Jamie Gabriel, valedictorian for the Master of Science in Physician Assistant program, delivered an inspiring and deeply personal address that captured the heart of SCU’s Whole Health mission. Balancing multiple roles as a full-time Los Angeles County Fire Department captain, a graduate student, and a parent, Gabriel spoke powerfully about perseverance, leadership through service, and the importance of balance — not only in patient care, but in life itself. Her [...]

By |2026-03-27T23:08:52+00:00January 16, 2026|Front Page News, MSPA-Organic, SCU News|
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