University of Pittsburgh Researchers Partner to Develop Robotic Assistance for People Living with ALS
The Accessible SmartTech Research Group has teamed up with Hello Robot, a leading innovator in robots that assist people, and the ALS Association to advance the development of Stretch: a user-friendly robot with the potential to enhance quality of life.
Pitt Doctor of Chiropractic Program Director Michael Schneider Named Dynamic Chiropractic 2024 Person of the Year
When the inaugural cohort comes together next fall, they will be greeted by Professor and Program Director Michael Schneider—who can now add Dynamic Chiropractic 2024 Person of the Year to his accolades.
Meet the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic Staff: Debra Utterback
Debra Utterback is the program administrator for the new University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic program at SHRS. Utterback brings with her a robust background in administration and programming.
Meet Tim Suchomel: Pitt’s School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences New Sports Science Program Director
The SHRS Sports Science program welcomes its new director, Tim Suchomel, who is ready to guide the already successful program into its next chapter with his established record in student mentorship, course and curriculum development, program administration, and creative and innovative instruction strategies and learning enhancements.
Meet the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic Staff: Christine McFarland
Christine McFarland is the project assistant director for the new Doctor of Chiropractic program. She has many years of experience in research and is very excited to welcome the Doctor of Chiropractic students.
Faculty Q&A – Meet Leming Zhou
Meet Program Director and Associate Professor Leming Zhou of the Master of Health Informatics Program!
SHRS Interprofessional Star: Assistant Professor Kathryn Reed
Department of Physician Assistant Studies Assistant Professor Kathryn Reed leads by example in the interprofessional areas of health disparities and inequities, preventative care services and patient education in underrepresented groups.
Pamela Toto Awarded ROC Spirit Award by University of Pittsburgh Alumni Association
Pamela Toto, director of the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Clinical Science in Occupational Therapy program and Healthy Home Lab, was awarded the 2024 ROC Spirit Award from the Pitt Alumni Association in recognition of her outstanding enthusiasm, loyalty, pride and Pitt spirit.
Meet the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic Faculty: Mike Wiles
Mike Wiles is the associate director of Academic Affairs and visiting professor for the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic who has spent his career working in higher education and in chiropractic care.
Meet the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic Faculty: Joel Stevans
Joel Stevans is the associate director of Clinical Education and associate professor in the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic program. With over 30 years of experience as a chiropractor, Stevans will be focusing on research and professional education.