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Division of Healthcare Studies

Advance your health care knowledge and digital competencies through flexible, evidence-based learning that prepares you to thrive in a tech-driven health environment.

Degree Programs

Online Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies

The Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies (BSHCS) program builds strong healthcare knowledge and AI competence to advance evidence-based practice and workforce readiness in the health professions.
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Division of Healthcare Studies 
Faculty & Staff

Lauren Gellar, Ph.D., MS, MCHES

Division Director & Professor, Healthcare Studies
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Lauren Gellar, Ph.D., MS, MCHES, is a professor and director of the Division of Healthcare Studies in the College of Health Professions at the Medical University of South Carolina. Her work focuses on advancing innovation in health professions education through curriculum development, student, faculty and staff development, and the integration of artificial intelligence in teaching and research.

 

With more than 15 years of experience in higher education and 20 years in health research, Dr. Gellar is committed to expanding access, supporting non-traditional and first-generation learners, and preparing a future-ready health care workforce through collaborative, student-centered leadership.

Stefanie Gadson Brown, DHA, MHA, MS

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Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Dean & Academic Advisor
Health Sciences & Preparation
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
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Michael Madson, Ph.D.

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Associate Professor
843-792-3474 , madson@musc.edu

Ashley Newton, MSHS, MLT(CM)

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Instructor
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Chinieka Jackman Rogers, MHA, RDH

Instructor
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Gage Taylor Quarles, MPH, CHES

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Instructor
quarlesg@musc.edu

D'Andra Roper-Shine

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Administrative Coordinator
843-792-6505 , roperde@musc.edu

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