College of Health Professions News

First Genetic Counseling Grads

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With the graduation of its first Master of Science in Genetic Counseling (MSGC) class, MUSC has more than doubled the number of trained professionals who can become certified genetic counselors in South Carolina each year. These graduates are entering a field critical to advancing precision health and personalized care. Learn more about how the MSGC program is "Changing What's Possible."

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Student Stories

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Meet Jesse Ausec, OTR/L, an occupational therapist and educator who's balancing a rewarding career with the pursuit of a Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate (PPOTD) from MUSC. From fostering a vibrant learning community with diverse professionals to mastering work-life balance with a growing family, Jesse's journey is a testament to the support and flexibility that MUSC’s online PPOTD program offers.

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Alumni Spotlight

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As a student in MUSC’s BS in Healthcare Studies (HCS) program, Ashley Newton balanced working full time in a hospital lab, raising a child with complex health needs, and navigating school during a global pandemic. Since graduating in 2020, Ashley has earned her master’s degree and become a full-time faculty member at Trident Technical College—helping future health care professionals find their path, just like she found hers through HCS.

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Man helps woman with balance therapy

Geriatric PT

July 08, 2025

In a June episode of Health Focus, Bobbi Conner of SC Public Radio interviewed Dr. Ken Miller about improving balance and strength in the older adult years.

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Dysphagia Treatment

May 22, 2025

Janina Wilmskoetter, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, College of Health Professions’ Speech-Language Pathology faculty, received a five-year NIH R01 grant totaling $2.2M.

Jennifer Barnett stands in front of her research poster at the AOTA Inspire conference.

Transformational HRSA grant

May 05, 2025

Reflecting on the impact of a $3.25 million HRSA grant on Occupational Therapy Doctorate students and the medically underserved communities they serve.

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AI in Healthcare

April 11, 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various industries, and health care is no exception.

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Notice of Public Meeting

March 07, 2025

The CAA invites public input about the accreditation process and the M.S. education program in SLP at MUSC.

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2024 DJFF Fellow

January 14, 2025

Matthew Husband, PPOTD student, named as the inaugural Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation Direct Care Service Provider Fellow

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DJFF PPOTD Fellowship

September 27, 2024

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

September 27, 2024

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

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Hybrid OTD ACOTE Approval

September 19, 2024

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

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SPEAK OUT! Grant

May 29, 2024

MUSC's MS in Speech-Language Pathology program and MUSC Health, have been awarded a SPEAK OUT! Clinical Education Grant from the Parkinson Voice Project.

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USNWR Rankings 2024

April 09, 2024

In MUSC’s College of Health Professions, three programs achieved rankings in the top 10% of their categories.

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Cristina Smith AOTA VP

March 04, 2024

Cristina Reyes Smith, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA, was elected vice president of the AOTA Board of Directors.

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SCI Month 2023

September 13, 2023

September is Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Awareness Month. MUSC’s HELP team celebrates caregivers who support those who need assistance.

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2023 USNWR Rankings

April 28, 2023

U.S. News & World Report ranks MUSC MHA and MS in Physician Assistant Studies programs among the top in the nation.

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Making History

March 08, 2023

Patty Coker-Bolt is a highly respected Professor in the Division of Occupational Therapy at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC).

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Angie Blue

February 03, 2023

Angie Blue, a stroke survivor at the age of 36, has seen a major milestone in her recovery after participating in a research program at MUSC.

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NIH Diversity Supplement

December 12, 2022

Jenna Blaschke and Adam Baker have each been awarded NIH Diversity Supplement Awards while working with Dr. Na Jin Seo on hand function study for stroke

Dr. Angela Mund at the 2022 AANA Conference with other attendees and Dr. Michelle Ballister

Angela Mund AANA President

August 24, 2022

Dr. Angela Mund begins her term as the president of the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology.

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DHLM Grants and Publications

August 16, 2022

A comprehensive list of the MUSC Department of Healthcare Leadership & Management 2021-2022 grant awards and publications.

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Leadership Award

July 06, 2022

Cristina Reyes Smith, OTD, OTR/L, assistant professor in the Division of Occupational Therapy is selected as one of the top 50 women leaders in South Carolina.

Leah Vriesman and Karen Wager at the AUPHA 2022 Conference

Quint Studer Award

June 15, 2022

Dr. Karen Wager received the Quint Studer Prize for Teaching Excellence

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Making History

March 29, 2022

College of Health Professions honors Stephanie McGowan during Women's History Month as a woman making history

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Making History

March 23, 2022

College of Health Professions honors Aiko Thompson during Women's History Month as a woman making history

Gretchen Seif Women's History Month blog

Making History

March 17, 2022

College of Health Professions honors Gretchen Seif during Women's History Month as a woman making history

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Making History

March 16, 2022

College of Health Professions honors Bernadette Johnson during Women's History Month as a woman making history

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CRNA Pipeline Program

May 26, 2021

The MUSC Anesthesia for Nurses program is participating in a new pilot program with Case Western Reserve University designed to diversify the CRNA workforce.

Dr. Craig Velozo accepted his award at the 2019 AOTA Annual Conference. Pictured with (left to right) Ellen Cohn, ScD, OTR/L, FAOTA, 2018 award winner, and AOTA President, Amy Lamb, OTD, OTR/L.

Slagle Lecture

March 24, 2021

Dr. Craig Velozo is honored with the 2019 Eleanor Clarke Slagle Lectureship Award

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