College of Health Professions News

Topping Out CHP D

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The ceremonial final beam covered with signatures lands atop the in-progress Health Professions D building. The six-story building, scheduled to open in 2026, will house education and research facilities. It’s the fourth structure for the college, a needed increase for a school that has seen a 37% increase in its student population over a five-year period.

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I Hope You Dance

Beth Murphy, stroke survivor, shows power of determination to walk again after a stroke paralyzed her left side. This being just one of many obstacles faced since losing her husband years ago in the September 11, 2001 attacks.

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DJFF PPOTD Fellowship

A gift from The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation (DJFF) establishes a fellowship program that supports doctoral capstone work in the field of adult autism.

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Health Coach press release

The Medical University of South Carolina announces National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach Training & Education Program.

OT students work with patient developing lifestyle skills

Hybrid OTD ACOTE Approval

The MUSC Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program has received approval from the ACOTE for the substantiative change request to add a hybrid format.

Student Stories

During their second year, PA students work with patients in a variety of settings. MUSC already offered rural rotations, but the new program expanded those options through the Physician Assistant Curriculum for Addressing Rural Mental Health Education and Support Program, also known as PA-CARES.

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