This past February, Diverse: Issues In Higher Education recognized A.T. Still University of Health Sciences (ATSU) as a top producer of doctoral health science degrees earned by African American students. Founded in 1984, Diverse is a bi-weekly news magazine dedicated to covering matters of access, diversity, inclusion, and opportunity for all in higher education. Every […]
Nawal Hatem Zaki Abdalkhalek knew she wanted to pursue a degree from an online program because of their flexibility and accessibility. It was about seeking a balance between advancing her knowledge and skills, without disrupting her personal life and having things fit within her busy schedule. A.T. Still University-College of Graduate Health Studies (ATSU-CGHS) Master […]
A.T. Still University-School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA) student Joseph Alexander Rivera, OMS III, sought a medical school that aligned with his personal goals of serving underserved communities. No school came closer than ATSU-SOMA. “I chose ATSU-SOMA because my personal goals as a future physician align well with this school’s philosophy in serving medically […]
A.T. Still University’s (ATSU) Division of Research, Grants & Scholarly Innovations is excited to announce funding for seven new winning proposals under the one-time ATSU AI/Mixed Reality Innovation in Health Professions Education Grant competition. In alignment with ATSU’s Strategic Plan 2021-2028, particularly Theme I. Innovative Education and Theme V. Agile Resource Management, the University offered […]
Dany Pineault, AuD, MSc, ’10, an A.T. Still University-Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology online program adjunct assistant professor and alumnus recently had an article published in the official publication of the Canadian Academy of Audiology. Dr. Pineault’s article, titled, “Managing Older Adults with Cognitive Health Worries,” was featured in volume […]
Zeshaun Mirza, MS, ATC, CES, ’11, has been enjoying great success as an athletic trainer. He’s been an athletic trainer with the NBA’s New Orleans Pelicans and Phoenix Suns, off-season athletic trainer for Phoenix Suns’ all-star guard Devin Booker, and personal athletic trainer for 14-year NBA veteran forward James Johnson. The ATSU-ASHS Master of Science […]
A.T. Still University-College for Healthy Communities (ATSU-CHC) Central Coast Physician Assistant (CCPA) program student Maria Linda Burola, PA, ’25, knows her program is unique in its mission, and as a student ambassador has an opportunity to help students with a passion for serving the underserved navigate their path to the school’s Santa Maria, California, campus. […]
A.T. Still University-College of Graduate Health Studies (ATSU-CGHS) Doctor of Health Administration program student Anthony Ferrer-Bethencourt, MPH, says he’s already seeing a return on his investment in his pursuit of an advanced health science degree, and is excited for his future opportunities. “The Doctor of Health Administration program has opened new opportunities to continue growing […]
At A.T. Still University-School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA), assistant professor Joel Mascaro, DO, believes strongly in the importance of being a mentor. “I owe it to the students to be not only there, but to be receptive, listening and trying to give them guidance,” Dr. Mascaro said. “When you have 54 years of […]
Anthony Paul Chavarria, MPH, ‘21, didn’t need to look far when searching for a place he could complete advanced health science degrees online. While such programs connect students with institutions anywhere on the planet, Chavarria found what he was looking for in his own Arizona backyard at A.T. Still University-College of Graduate Health Studies (ATSU-CGHS). […]
Rebekah Feinberg, OMS I, knew A.T. Still University’s School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA) was different from the beginning. “I view ATSU-SOMA as a superior institution with resources and support that are simply unmatchable,” she said. “For example, during the application cycle when I expressed my intentions towards my professional career, my interviewers helped […]
Already professionally accomplished as CEO of a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), A.T. Still University-College of Graduate Health Studies (ATSU-CGHS) Master of Public Health (MPH) program student Heather A. Pelletier says her courses are helping prepare her for the future. “As the CEO of a frontier, rural FQHC, the MPH program has taught me how […]
Welcome to the March 2024 op-ed column of the Center for the Future of the Health Professions Digest! Our goal is to provide reliable information and research on the healthcare workforce, helping policymakers and health system stakeholders plan for a sustainable future. This month, we will delve into the physician assistant/associate (PA) profession, which has […]
Rhianna Freiburger, DAT, LAT, ATC, ’22, an alumna of A.T. Still University-Arizona School of Health Sciences’ (ATSU-ASHS) Athletic Training programs, recently received the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) Career Advancement Committee’s National Distinction Award for 2023-24. This award is the committee’s highest honor and recognizes a career-advancing athletic trainer who is making an impact on […]