History of allied health professions, SHP programs impact on field
Nov. 4, 2024
National Allied Health Professions Week is an annual celebration to honor the different health professional roles supporting the U.S. healthcare system. This year’s Allied Health Professions Week is Nov. 3-10.
Baylor’s Orthotics and Prosthetics Program hosts first North American Global Educators Meeting on College’s campus
Oct. 28, 2024
The Orthotics and Prosthetics Program in Baylor College of Medicine’s School of Health Professions hosted the International Society of Prosthetics and Orthotics’ first North American Global Educators Meeting from Oct. 22 to Oct. 24, 2024 on the College’s main campus in Houston.
O&P alum promotes inclusivity in sports with Paralympics work
Oct. 16, 2024
View the BCM Family feature story on Orthotics and Prosthetics Program alumnus Lucas Crisanti ('21) who served as a prosthetist with Ottobock's technical support team for the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. Crisanti reflects on his experience at the Games, career and volunteer work with parasport organizations.
Physician Assistant Program class of 2025 earns white coats
July 25, 2024
The School of Health Professions Physician Assistant Program’s class of 2025 earned their white coats at the White Coat Ceremony Friday, July 19 in the Cullen Auditorium on Baylor College of Medicine’s main campus.
Baylor’s School of Health Professions launches Pathway in Health Equity
July 16, 2024
Baylor College of Medicine’s School of Health Professions is launching the Pathway in Health Equity focused on promoting equity in healthcare through education, community engagement and research. The first cohort of 11 students begins this month.
Orthotics and Prosthetics Program hosts White Coat Ceremony for 2025 cohort
June 10, 2024
The School of Health Professions — Orthotics and Prosthetics Program hosted its White Coat Ceremony for the class of 2025 Friday at the Cullen Auditorium on Baylor College of Medicine’s main campus.
Genetic Counseling Program Class of 2024 Graduates, Receives Recognition at Program Event
May 29, 2024
The School of Health Professions — Genetic Counseling Program’s class of 2024 graduated alongside graduates in the School of Medicine and Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Tuesday at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston.
Baylor Orthotics and Prosthetics Program to Host Historic International Event
March 21, 2024
Baylor Orthotics and Prosthetics Program is hosting ISPO’s first North American Global Educators Meeting (GEM) Oct. 22 to Oct. 24 on the College’s Houston campus. GEM is an international event for prosthetic and orthotic educators and clinical preceptors to share scholarship, discuss educational strategies and engage in networking.
Baylor’s Leah Karels Bridges Neuroscience Research, Expertise to Empower Patients
March 8, 2024
Check out the BCM Family feature story on third-year orthotics and prosthetics resident and student Leah Karels who participated in the 2023 Neuromotor Skill Advancement for Post-baccalaureates (NSAP) program where she conducted neuroscience research to help patients with mobility impairments.
School of Health Professions faculty, graduates earn prestigious awards
Dec. 6, 2023
The School of Health Professions recognized its faculty and graduates for excellence in their health profession during the Health Professions Awards Ceremony.
School of Health Professions hosts class of 2023 Commencement ceremony
Dec. 4, 2023
Baylor College of Medicine’s School of Health Professions hosted its commencement ceremony for the class of 2023 Saturday at Rice University’s Stude Concert Hall. Eighty-two students from the Doctor of Nursing Practice, Nurse Anesthesia Program, Orthotics and Prosthetics Program and Physician Assistant Program walked across the stage to receive their diplomas.
Physician Assistant Student, Devastating Injury Survivor Shares Gratitude for Baylor Community
Third-year physician assistant student Lindsey Schuler shared with Baylor College of Medicine’s Institutional Advancement her gratitude for the college’s support in her medical career. Schuler’s interest in medicine began when she became inspired by the doctors who healed her after she faced a devastating injury.
DNA Today Podcast: Men in Genetic Counseling
Genetic Counseling Program director Daniel Riconda, M.S., CGC (left) spoke with genetic counselor John Zimmerman, M.S., CGC (right) and podcast host Kira Dineen on the podcast "DNA Today" about the experiences of being a male in the field of genetic counseling.
Awards Day and Commencement 2021
View a listing of award recipients from the 2021 School of Health Professions Awards Day and Commencement.
Sarah Keyes, an assistant professor in Baylor’s Physician Assistant Program, discusses how training and working at Baylor has impacted her life and career. Explore the BCM Momentum blog for other stories about students and faculty in the School of Health Professions.
Graduation Day
The School of Health Professions held its commencement ceremonies Dec. 3.
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