Mentor and Mentee: An Overview of the MSHI Mentorship Program
The Pitt Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI) program is committed to cultivating well-rounded professionals. Integrating esteemed alumni into the mentorship program helps foster a connection between the past and the future of health informatics (HI)! The program enhances the Pitt MSHI learning experience by pairing together alumni and…
Eyes on the Future. Roots in the Past. From Emergency Medicine to the City of Pittsburgh Chief of Police.
A 2001 graduate of the Pitt Emergency Medicine program, Jason Lando worked as a Pittsburgh police officer, then police chief in Frederick, MD, and is now the new chief of police for the City of Pittsburgh.
The Importance of Occupational Therapy in School-Based Practice
Angela Hathy (MOT ‘10) shares her journey from graduation to working as a school-based OT in the Pittsburgh region
Finding Home in Home Health: An OT’s Journey of Compassion and Advocacy
When occupational therapist Jill Cummings stepped into in-home occupational therapy, she knew she'd found her calling. What she didn't know was that it would lead her into an ESPN documentary.
From Pitt PT to Paralympic Pathways: Maureen Johnson’s Journey in Adaptive Sports
Alumna Maureen Johnson helps athletes with disabilities rediscover movement, competition and community.
Pitt Physical Therapy Alumni Spotlight: Robert W. “Bob” Richardson
Richardson reflects on being a student at D.T. Watson helping patients with polio, becoming an expert in rheumatic disease and the importance of mentorship.
Pitt Doctor of Medical Science Alumna Reflects on Her Capstone Project
Pitt Doctor of Medical Science alumna Megan McGrane shares about her capstone project focused on advanced practice providers.
From Clinician to Faculty: How Pitt OT’s Clinical Science Doctorate Helped Launch a Career in Academia
After more than 20 years as an occupational therapy clinician working across school-based settings, Amanda Noble knew she wanted to take the next step into academia. Her journey to become as assistant professor started with Pitt OT’s Doctor of Clinical Science in Occupational Therapy program.
Highlighting the 2025 SHRS Alumni Award Winners
During the Health Sciences Alumni Reunion, awards were granted to numerous alumni, honoring their excellence and innovation in areas such as philanthropy and research.
SHRS Celebrates 55 Years with Lively Happy Hour and Alumni Awards
More than 300 Pitt alumni attended Health Sciences Alumni Weekend this fall to reconnect with their peers and visit with deans, faculty members, students and staff.