At 80 years old, Dr. Joseph Heavey, EdD, MPA (EdD ’24), has already accomplished so much in his life. He is the proud father of 10 children, grandfather to 20, and has built a successful career in education and hospital leadership. But for Dr. Heavey, learning and personal growth are not just milestones to achieve
Driven to learn from every experience, Doctor of Physical Therapy alum Anton Asknder discovered during his clinical rotation with the Miami Dolphins that excelling as a sports physical therapist requires much more than technical expertise. Anton Asknder (DPT ’24) embarked on his USAHS journey with a focused goal: to pursue a career in sports physical
In the high-stakes world of professional baseball, where every pitch, swing and play holds the weight of expectation and competition, there is an individual behind the scenes who plays a crucial role in keeping the players in top form. Byron Campbell, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS, MDNC, USAHS DPT alum, is a former Division 1 and
At the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS), Teresa Gingles, PT, USAHS DPT 2011, embarked on a journey that would lead her to become a beacon of hope and advocate for an aging population. Dr. Gingles is a 2023 Force for Good Alumni Video Contest winner. The alumni video competition celebrates the incredible
With her philosophy of “Encourage the heart, lead by example and inspire a shared vision to maintain the highest standards,” Jessica Hovland, DNP, RN, CPAN, NE-BC, PMGT-BC (DNP ’20) is taking her innovation and leadership learnings and putting them to practice. Dr. Hovland graduated from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences with a
As an undergraduate at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Alli Yingling (MOT ’19) fell in love with occupational therapy (OT). Working toward a psychology degree, she interned at a large pediatrics clinic that employed physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists. “After spending time with the owner, who was an OT, I
Nestled in the historic city of St. Augustine, FL, the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) stands as a beacon of excellence in healthcare education. Renowned for its commitment to producing exceptional graduates, the University takes pride in the transformative impact its alumni have across healthcare education. In 1979, Dr. Stanley Paris took
More than 200 University alumni, students and employees, along with alumni families and community members, attended the inaugural Alumni Reunion and Family Weekend, held September 15–17 on the St. Augustine, FL campus. Activities included a family barbecue, continuing education sessions, campus tours, a campus fair and community impact activity, alumni/employee reception and an in-person
Meet Mariah Mendez, a Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) student at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) in San Marcos. Mendez’s pioneering passion is not only changing lives but also winning accolades. A winning entrepreneurial spirit In November 2023, Mendez clinched the top spot in the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) San Diego Global
Jonathan Pabon, PT, DPT, SCS, Cert. DN, has always had an unwavering passion for the game. Growing up near Atlanta, Georgia, he spent his free time playing and watching organized sports – ultimate frisbee, basketball and baseball. When it was time to choose a career path, Dr. Pabon let his love of people and sports
Kelly Twichel, OTR/L, USAHS ’17, is a natural entrepreneur and steadfast advocate for accessibility. She has always had a lot of passion, empathy and expertise around inclusion. “That drive and competitive edge in part comes from the fact that my mom had a disability. I see a side of things that maybe the average person
What started in 2018 with a few individuals taking part in a local fundraiser has turned into a national grassroots initiative that involves and supports hundreds annually. Known as ‘PT in the Community’, this project was formed by University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) Assistant Professor and alum F Scott Feil, PT, DPT,