As the countdown to the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics continues, Stephanie Rovetti, Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) student at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) in San Marcos, CA, is gearing up to represent the USA Rugby team at one of the world’s biggest arenas. Her path to this point reflects her
Sarah Levy, a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) student at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) in San Marcos, CA, is a prime example of passion and perseverance. As Levy prepares to represent the USA Rugby team in the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, she reflects on her path, balancing academic rigor with
Provided by GlobeNewswire The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) continues to expand flexible options within programs in occupational therapy (OT), speech-language pathology (SLP), physical therapy (PT) and nursing. These programs aim to prepare students for advanced clinical practice and leadership roles in top healthcare specialties. USAHS is institutionally accredited by the WASC
Here at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) we’re all about helping our students reach their goals with confidence and competence. As the leading graduate school for PT since 1979, we couldn’t be more proud of what our PT students and alumni have achieved and for giving us the opportunity to partner
Online learning is here to stay and here at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences we’re all about helping as many OTs reach their goal of earning their Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) as possible. If you’re thinking about expanding your skill set and taking the next step in your OT career, we
The sixth annual U.S. Open Adaptive Surfing Championship (ASC) was held from September 6th to 10th at the Oceanside Pier in Oceanside, California. The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) was the event title sponsor for the fourth consecutive year. The international gathering of champions showcases the transformative athleticism of adaptive surfers and
As global mental health issues continue to rise, so does the dire need for expert healthcare practitioners. According to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), “more than 150 million people live in federally designated mental health professional shortage areas.” Mental Health Affairs reports that with a significant shortage of psychiatric doctors, especially in rural
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
Access to proactive, personalized therapy is critical for all professions. First responders, who often experience trauma in the field, feel this acutely. According to the Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance, “more firefighters die from suicide each year than in the line of duty, and many additional suicides are likely unreported.” One student at the University of
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
As a graduate student clinician at Pointe Meadows Health and Rehabilitation in Lehi, UT, Micki Allred (MS-SLP ’22) assisted with augmentative and alternative communication while providing aid to dementia patients. Upon graduation, she accepted a position with Pointe Meadows and Provo Rehab. In her first month of full-time employment, Allred has already impacted many people’s