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Empowering Voices: Meet Logan’s Faculty Senate

Posted on October 14, 2024October 14, 2024 in Campus Culture in Community & Events in General in Online Resources in Resources

At Logan University, faculty members play a key role in shaping the future of the institution. The Faculty Senate offers a platform for shared governance, ensuring that faculty have a voice in the university’s decision-making process. Through this body, ideas are exchanged, concerns are raised and the university continues to grow with the active participation of its educators. What Does the Faculty Senate Do? The Faculty Senate Executive Board serves as the liaison between Logan’s faculty and administration. Each month, it holds meetings to discuss the latest university updates, upcoming events and changes that impact both faculty and students. These …

First Cohort of Chiropractic Pediatrics Students Graduate from Logan

Posted on August 30, 2024December 18, 2024 in College of Health Sciences in Healthcare in Leaders Made in Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics in Resources

Seven students made history in August 2024 when they became the first class to graduate from Logan University’s Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics (MS-CP) program. The graduating students included Caitlin Davis, DC, MS (’24); Jackeline García Díaz, DC, MS (’24); Ashley McCool, DC (’21), MS (’24); Richard McWilliam, DC, MS (’24); Carole Smith, DC, MEd, MS (’24); Jason Van Sickle, DC (’12), MS (’24); and Lauren Wright, DC (’20), MS (’24). “This program was a great experience,” said Dr. McCool. “It was exciting to be part of the first graduating class and now be leaders in the field.” Logan …

Simulation Center Helps Shape the Next Generation of Health Professionals

Posted on August 22, 2024 in Alumni in Campus Culture in Clinics in College of Chiropractic in College of Health Sciences in Healthcare in Resources in Students

Logan University’s Simulation Center offers students a unique learning opportunity and is a multi-purpose resource for clinical simulation, testing and self-study. Students in both the College of Chiropractic and College of Health Sciences can use the Simulation Center to fine-tune their clinical skills, learn more about anatomy and practice patient interaction. Melissa Engelson, DC, DHPE (’19), MS (’12), CSCS, DACBSP®, TSAC-F, director of assessment and clinical simulation at Logan University, leads the center and brings her expertise in working with a wide range of patients, abilities and ages. Dr. Engelson received a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from …

Unlocking the Future of Healthcare: Logan’s Master of Science in Health Informatics Degree Provides Three Tracks for Maximum Customization

Posted on July 2, 2024July 2, 2024 in College of Health Sciences in Healthcare in Leaders Made in Master of Science in Health Informatics in Resources

Logan’s Master of Science in Health Informatics (MS-HI) program combines aspects of healthcare, information technology and management to improve delivery, patient outcomes and overall efficiency in the healthcare system. Data is one of the most powerful tools in modern medicine. From pharmaceuticals and insurance to clinics, hospitals and non-profits, the field of health informatics is one of the fastest-growing health professions and is expected to grow 17% through 2031. Logan’s MS-HI program sits at the intersection of information technology and healthcare and offers three different tracks that allow students to customize their degree. Leadership Track: this track combines information technology, …

Logan Alumna Helps Women Balance Career and Family by Sharing Helpful Tools to Simplify Life

Posted on June 21, 2024June 21, 2024 in Alumni in Careers in College of Chiropractic in Master of Science in Sport Science and Rehabilitation in Resources

A three-time Logan alumna, Danielle Angela Eaton, DC (’08) received her undergraduate degree in 2006, her Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree in 2008 and her Master’s of Science in Sports Science and Rehabilitation (MS-SSR) also in 2008. After graduation, she began working at Logan as the assistant director of sports and rehabilitation at the University’s sports medicine clinic. In 2012, Dr. Eaton had her first child and left the position to start her own practice. “Running a solo private practice gave me great flexibility with my schedule and I was able to really focus on my patients,” she said. “However, …

How Chiropractic Care Can Help Throughout Pregnancy

Posted on June 12, 2024 in Clinics in College of Chiropractic in Healthcare in Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics in Resources

Pregnancy is certainly a transformative journey for women and some of the physical changes can bring about some discomfort. As the body undergoes the various stages of pregnancy, some women may experience back pain, pelvic discomfort, postural changes and many other issues. Chiropractic care can help alleviate some of the discomforts and can help women thrive during pregnancy. At Logan University’s new Foot Levelers Women’s Health Clinic, led by Emily Kliethermes, DC, many patients are seen who are pregnant and are planning on becoming pregnant. Before pregnancy, clinicians work with women to get their bodies ready by making sure the …