Physician Assistants: Where Service Meets Leadership

Physician Assistants: Where Service Meets Leadership Ever wonder what it's like to be a Physician Assistant (PA) or how to become one? Our Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) Physician Assistants Student Society (PASS) had the amazing opportunity to share our passion for this career at a local high school's career fair. Being in a gym, among other careers and programs, we knew we had to be informative and exciting. Of course, we anticipated the “Are you just a doctor’s assistant?” and “So you’re like a nurse?” type of statements and questions, but we were ready to take those [...]

By |2025-07-09T22:48:25+00:00May 10, 2024|2024, Announcements, Front Page News, MSPA, MSPA-2024, News & Events, SCU Stories|Comments Off on Physician Assistants: Where Service Meets Leadership

Southern California University of Health Sciences Celebrates Dr. Michael Fanning’s Appointment to the 2024 Paris Summer Games U.S. Olympic Medical Team

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Michael Fanning, a distinguished Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) team member, has been named to the 2024 Paris Summer Games U.S. Olympic medical team. This prestigious appointment underscores Dr. Fanning’s exceptional expertise and dedication to supporting athletic excellence.

By |2025-07-09T22:48:23+00:00April 26, 2024|2024, Announcements, Front Page News, News & Events, SCU Stories|Comments Off on Southern California University of Health Sciences Celebrates Dr. Michael Fanning’s Appointment to the 2024 Paris Summer Games U.S. Olympic Medical Team

Enpowering Futures In Occupational Therapy: Inside SCU’s Innovative OTD Program

To celebrate Occupational Therapy Month this April, we're shining a spotlight on the innovative Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program at Southern California University of Health Sciences. Our program stands out by offering a unique blend of primarily remote learning, complemented by frequent on-campus experiences. Over seven and a half terms, or approximately two and a half years, students engage in both classroom and experiential learning, diving deep into the realms of evidence-based care, lifestyle health, lifelong learning, and occupational justice.

By |2025-07-09T22:48:20+00:00April 17, 2024|2024, Announcements, Front Page News, News & Events, OTD, SCU Stories|Comments Off on Enpowering Futures In Occupational Therapy: Inside SCU’s Innovative OTD Program

James Whedon’s Appointment to the Scientific Commission of Clinical Compass: A Step Forward for Chiropractic Evidence Synthesis

Southern California University Health Sciences (SCU) proudly announces the appointment of Senior Health Services Researcher James Whedon, DC, MS, to the Scientific Commission of Clinical Compass. This appointment is a testament to Whedon's extensive background in health services research and his unwavering commitment to advancing evidence-based practice within the chiropractic profession. Clinical Compass, a leading chiropractic evidence synthesis think-tank, plays a pivotal role in elevating chiropractic care through rigorous research and evidence synthesis. Members of the Scientific Commission, like Whedon, are tasked with developing a research agenda that addresses pressing questions in chiropractic care. This includes conducting systematic reviews and developing [...]

By |2025-07-09T22:48:17+00:00April 8, 2024|2024, Announcements, DC, DC-2024, News & Events, SCU Stories|Comments Off on James Whedon’s Appointment to the Scientific Commission of Clinical Compass: A Step Forward for Chiropractic Evidence Synthesis

Is Acupuncture Covered by Insurance? IDC Codes and Billing

March is National Nutrition Month, which promotes the importance of making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. Along with a balanced diet, taking vitamins and supplements can also improve overall health. While there are many options available, if I could only choose three, they would be Omega 3 fish oil, Vitamin D, and Magnesium. These three vitamins offer a range of benefits, from improving brain function to reducing inflammation and supporting bone health.

By |2025-07-09T22:48:15+00:00March 18, 2024|2024, ACM, ACM-2024, ACM-SEO, Announcements, Front Page News, News & Events, SCU Stories|Comments Off on Is Acupuncture Covered by Insurance? IDC Codes and Billing

Top 3 Questions Chiropractic Students Receive

March is National Nutrition Month, which promotes the importance of making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. Along with a balanced diet, taking vitamins and supplements can also improve overall health. While there are many options available, if I could only choose three, they would be Omega 3 fish oil, Vitamin D, and Magnesium. These three vitamins offer a range of benefits, from improving brain function to reducing inflammation and supporting bone health.

By |2025-07-09T22:48:11+00:00March 12, 2024|2024, Announcements, DC, DC-SEO, Front Page News, News & Events, SCU Stories|Comments Off on Top 3 Questions Chiropractic Students Receive

DR. TRACY GAUDET APPOINTED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE DOCTOR OF WHOLE HEALTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

DR. TRACY GAUDET APPOINTED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE DOCTOR OF WHOLE HEALTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

By |2025-07-09T22:48:08+00:00January 26, 2024|2024, Announcements, Front Page News, News & Events, SCU Stories|Comments Off on DR. TRACY GAUDET APPOINTED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE DOCTOR OF WHOLE HEALTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

Dr. Steffany Moonaz Named 2024 Health Justice Award Winner

March is National Nutrition Month, which promotes the importance of making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. Along with a balanced diet, taking vitamins and supplements can also improve overall health. While there are many options available, if I could only choose three, they would be Omega 3 fish oil, Vitamin D, and Magnesium. These three vitamins offer a range of benefits, from improving brain function to reducing inflammation and supporting bone health.

By |2025-07-09T22:48:06+00:00December 21, 2023|2024, Announcements, Front Page News, News & Events, SCU Stories|Comments Off on Dr. Steffany Moonaz Named 2024 Health Justice Award Winner

SCU graduates 479 new healthcare professionals in 2023

Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) hosted its annual commencement ceremony today, conferring health science degrees to 368 graduates of the Class of 2022, who will now become Southern California’s newest healthcare professionals. The ceremony is available for on-demand viewing via SCU’s YouTube channel. The class of 2022 represents a variety of SCU academic programs, with the following numbers of graduates graduating from the following programs: •142 Doctors of Chiropractic graduates •14 Doctors of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine graduates •60 Master of Science in Medical Science graduates •48 Master of Science: Physician Assistant Program graduates •13 Master of Science in Human Genetics and Genomics graduates •15 Bachelor of Sciences in Health Sciences graduates •35 Ayurveda Practitioner graduates •41 Ayurveda Wellness Educator graduates

By |2025-07-09T22:48:03+00:00December 19, 2023|2023, Announcements, Front Page News, News & Events, SCU Stories|Comments Off on SCU graduates 479 new healthcare professionals in 2023

SCU’s MSMS Program Provides Strong Foundation for Aspiring Medical School Students

March is National Nutrition Month, which promotes the importance of making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. Along with a balanced diet, taking vitamins and supplements can also improve overall health. While there are many options available, if I could only choose three, they would be Omega 3 fish oil, Vitamin D, and Magnesium. These three vitamins offer a range of benefits, from improving brain function to reducing inflammation and supporting bone health.

By |2025-07-09T22:48:00+00:00December 13, 2023|2023, Announcements, Front Page News, MSMS, MSMS-2023, News & Events, SCU Stories|Comments Off on SCU’s MSMS Program Provides Strong Foundation for Aspiring Medical School Students
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