How Shayaana Ubhayaratne Found a Sense of Place in Health Care in the Health Informatics Program
Now a senior, Shayaana Ubhayaratne (BSHI '25) has reflected on the journey that brought her to the Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics program.
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.
Inclusive App Accelerator Launches Grant Program to Empower Individuals with Disabilities
This groundbreaking initiative administered by the Accessible SmartTech Research Group is accepting proposals for the development of mobile apps designed to improve the lives of people with disabilities.
2024 Awardees: Nancy L. Oyler Student Award in Counseling
The 2024 awardees for the Nancy L. Oyler Student Award in Counseling are Grace Dakwar and Lily Bistline.
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.
Doctor of Clinical Science in Occupational Therapy Student Is Driving Change
Melissa Aleksak is the consummate interprofessional dedicated to improving lives. An established occupational therapist (OT) who owned her own business as a driver rehabilitation specialist in Scranton, PA, she moved to Pittsburgh in 2022 to become the director of the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) Adaptive Driving Program where she works…
How to Become a Physical Therapist in 6 Steps
Are you looking to have a profound effect on people’s lives through improving their mobility and function? A career as a physical therapist could be for you! Our experts at Pitt PT give you all the insight on the steps needed to join the profession.
Interprofessional Education Seed Award: The Birmingham Free Clinic Improves Community Access to Health Care
Once a month, an interprofessional team of volunteers comes together to provide free health care services to uninsured and medically underserved individuals at the Birmingham Free Clinic, transforming both student education and community health.
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.