A.T. Still University’s Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) held its graduation ceremonies for online and residential programs August 4 in two separate commencement ceremonies at Phoenix Symphony Hall. A total of 418 students earned a master of science or doctoral degree in Human Movement, Physician Assistant Studies, Audiology, Occupational Therapy, Athletic Training, and Physical […]
Randy Danielsen, PhD, PA-C, DFAAPA, dean and emeritus professor, ASHS, was awarded the prestigious “Patron of the Profession” award for “unwavering dedication and service to the physician assistant profession” by the University of Utah PA program, a division of the Department of Family & Preventive Medicine, School of Medicine. This award has only been given […]
Jack Daniels, PhD, associate professor, Human Movement program, knows what it takes to train and win in the Olympics. Dr. Daniels is a former Olympian who competed in modern pentathlon at two Olympics (1956 in Melbourne, Australia; and 1960 in Rome) and three World Championships (Stockholm, Sweden, London, and Mexico City). He won the Silver […]
Jae Hyun Park, DMD, MSD, MS, PhD, director of the postgraduate orthodontic program at ATSU-ASDOH, recently published an article in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (AJO-DO), an SCI journal. The article was selected to be on the cover page of the August issue of the AJO-DO. The article, Palatal bone thickness compared […]
Allen W. Rohe, AuD, FAAA, ‘05 was a recent guest on a nationally syndicated CBS radio show, People of Distinction. The interview focused on Dr. Rohe’s work in the Phoenix metro area with his practice, Tri-City Audiology, Ear Candy, a music charity focused on bringing music education to youth, and the American Tinnitus Association through […]
Each day I continue to be humbled and amazed by our outstanding faculty, students, staff, administrators, alumni, and community supporters. ATSU’s footprint on our nation’s healthcare is broad, deep, and growing. Students July 2012 brought excitement to both campuses as students began their first-year studies in biomedical science, dental and oral health, osteopathic medicine (AZ), […]
ATSU honored Thomas Bennett, DO, assistant professor, ATSU-SOMA, with the Honored Patron Award for his philanthropic contributions to the University. Kimberly Hopely, interim associate vice president, University Advancement, presented the award to Dr. Bennett during a faculty meeting on July 31 and thanked Dr. Bennett for his generosity. Dr. Bennett highlighted the importance of giving […]
After careful consideration by the ASHS search committee of all eligible applicants for the position of ASHS chair of physician assistant studies, Albert “Bert” F. Simon, DHSc, PA, has been appointed chair effective August 6. A member of the SOMA faculty since 2005 (the last few years as SOMA vice-dean), Dr. Simon currently serves as […]
Patricia Sexton, DHEd, has been named the new associate dean for curriculum for KCOM. Dr. Sexton will be working closely with faculty and the curriculum committee in oversight and development of the predoctoral curriculum, years one through four. “Dr. Sexton brings a wealth of experience in osteopathic medical education and is recognized nationally as a […]
ATSU’s School of Health Management (SHM) held its Residential Learning Institute (RLI), Affordable care act and soft skills for a hard core career, on the Missouri campus July 26-28. RLI’s are held four times per year, twice on the Arizona campus and twice on the Missouri campus. The focus of the RLI is to present […]