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Sarah Davidson

Real-World Impact

June 11, 2025

Health informatics student Sarah Davidson is using what she’s learning at MUSC to solve real-world data challenges and improve provider and patient outcomes.

Phoebe Hafner

Global Perfusion Education

June 11, 2025

Through MUSC’s ECS program, Phoebe Hafner gained global insight, mentorship, and leadership skills—fueling her impact in pediatric perfusion and beyond.

Gabe Botero

How to Treat People

June 11, 2025

MUSC DPT grad Gabe Botero shares how empathy, failure, and one-on-one care shaped his journey—and inspired a book on restoring humanity in health care.

Constance Reid

Empowering Change

June 10, 2025

Three students share how MUSC’s Health Coach Training Program reshaped their perspectives on health, communication, and the power of personal growth.

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ICU to CRNA

May 30, 2025

Discover Sean Cooney’s journey from ICU nurse to CRNA through MUSC’s Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice Program and how it shaped his successful career.

SLP Andreal Williams

Building Clinical Expertise

April 11, 2025

Andreal Williams' clinical rotation at MUSC SJCH has affirmed her plans for a rewarding career improving the lives of children with complex medical needs.

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From Student to Teacher

April 11, 2025

Ashley Newton, HCS Class of 2020, balanced full-time work and school, and embraced transformative experiences like advocating for her son’s care.

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Finding Balance

March 04, 2025

One MUSC PPOTD student's approach to getting the most of out of school as an OT

Sarah English MUSC Master of Science in Genetic Counseling student

Precision Health Research

February 07, 2025

Sarah English, an MUSC genetic counseling student, is pursuing her passion for precision health and preparing for her future career as a genetic counselor.

MUSC OTD students and faculty pose for a pose for a picture with Santa.

Polar Express

February 06, 2025

MUSC OTD students sponsored a Polar Express-themed holiday party for children of all abilities with the Park Circle Recreational Center.

Maxwell Cutty MUSC Ph.D student

The Path to Ph.D.

February 06, 2025

From Physical Geography to data analysis, Maxwell Cutty, current Ph.D. student shares the unique academic journey that brought him to MUSC.

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NiAsia Hazelton Smalls DHA

January 07, 2025

DHA student’s transformative internship experience highlights the intersection of education and health care

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Marine to PA School

December 19, 2024

A PA student used his military experience and his own health journey to help veterans access health care.

MUSC OTD students stand in a group with participant from their inaugural wheelchair pickleball tournamant inside a gym.

Adaptive Pickleball Tournament

September 16, 2024

2nd year OTD students host an adaptive pickleball tournament to spread awareness, foster community, and engage in friendly competition.

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Become a Health Coach

September 16, 2024

Kaitlin DaPore, A seasoned health and wellness coach, shares 5 reasons to become a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach.

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Tips for Applying

September 10, 2024

10 Tips for applying to graduate school at MUSC's College of Health Professions

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SWAS 2024

July 26, 2024

Wheelchair basketball tournament raises funds supporting recreational opportunities for individuals with physical and sensory disabilities

Woman studies at a desk with a laptop

Day in the Life

June 25, 2024

A look into the student experience for the hybrid occupational therapy and hybrid physical therapy programs at MUSC.

2024 Best Jobs Rankings

USNWR 2024 Best Jobs List

May 28, 2024

Which professions taught in the College of Health Professions made U.S. News & World Report's best jobs lists?

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WHM Student Leaders

March 07, 2024

This Women's History Month, we spotlight a select group of students who were nominated by our CHP faculty and staff members for their outstanding leadership.

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Go Baby Go

January 25, 2024

Occupational and Physical Therapy students work together on adaptive car builds for children with mobility impairments.

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SLP Application Tips

November 02, 2023

Five tips for completing your application for the MUSC SLP program for Fall 2024

OTD Class of 2026 attends Surfers Healing Folly Beach

Surfers Healing

September 07, 2023

MUSC OTD Class of 2026 Joins Surfers Healing on Folly Beach

Gretchen Seif Women's History Month blog

CARES Faculty Spotlight

August 30, 2023

Faculty Spotlight of PT professor and CARES Therapy Clinic faculty volunteer, Gretchen Seif

children with disabilities participate in water based activities

ABLE Program

April 11, 2023

Program designed for children with medical complexities to participate in sports and recreation in his or her community.

Winthrop 1000 dollar case competition winner

DHLM Case Competition

November 19, 2022

MUSC's Department of Healthcare Leadership & Management hosts national case competition in Charleston, SC

Evan Watson DPT student

Shots With A Spin

July 15, 2022

DPT student Evan Watson accounts his experience of Shots With A Spin fundraiser

PT group in Uganda Africa 2022

Student Spotlight

July 13, 2022

Meghan Andrews, DPT student, details her experience of a trip to Uganda Africa with her pediatric professor, Cindy Dodds.

Esther Odeghe stands wearing a pink sweater and black top with her arms crossed. She is smiling.

Graduate Spotlight

May 17, 2022

Only days from graduating from MUSC College of Health Professions as nurse anesthetist, Esther Odeghe reflected with awe on journey she's taken.

Rosemaire Jones

Alumni Spotlight

March 30, 2021

Meet Rosemarie Jones, Healthcare Studies Class of 2020.

Rebecca Brewer

Alumni Spotlight

March 25, 2021

Meet Rebecca Brewer, Healthcare Studies Class of 2019

Jeff Janecek

Alumni Spotlight

March 22, 2021

Meet Jeff Janecek, Healthcare Studies Class of 2019

Gage Quarles

Alumni Spotlight

March 19, 2021

Meet Gage Quarles, Healthcare Studies Class of 2020

Alicia Santos

Alumni Spotlight

March 16, 2021

Meet Alicia Santos, Healthcare Studies Class of 2020

Haywood Titchener

Alumni Spotlight

March 12, 2021

Meet Haywood Titchener, MS in Health Informatics Class of 2016

Lucas Marsh

Alumni Spotlight

March 09, 2021

Meet Lucas March, MS in Health Informatics Class of 2018

Hali Hutchison

Alumni Spotlight

March 05, 2021

Meet Hali Hutchinson, Healthcare Studies Class of 2019

Michael Wolf

Alumni Spotlight

March 05, 2021

Meet Dr. Michael Wolf, MS in Health Informatics Class of 2017

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