Nov. 14, 2023
Breathing life into dreams: Respiratory therapist comforts patients of all ages
Ty Espinosa, a 2023 graduate of the Mizzou Respiratory Therapy program, uncovered a passion for pediatric care during his clinical rotations at MU Health Care.
Nov. 10, 2023
Occupational therapy alum has a heart for community service
Mizzou OT alum Gabby Scheuler has a history of identifying and addressing needs in her community. Since moving to the Kansas City area, she has launched a business that specializes in pediatric occupational therapy.
Oct. 24, 2023
MHA Fall Institute explores challenges, opportunities in health care
A record number of graduates, students, alumni board members, faculty, staff and friends of the program attended this year’s Fall Institute.
Oct. 17, 2023
Pediatric occupational therapy provides outlet for creativity, compassion
Daja Neal appreciates the opportunity to work with young learners and incorporate play into their treatments.
Oct. 3, 2023
Full circle: CHS alum working to increase access in health care
When Mizzou alum David Gardner reflects on his professional journey, he sums it up succinctly as a “full-circle moment.”
Sep. 19, 2023
Service above self: Former dean continues to find ways to give back
When Richard Oliver retired in 2013 as the first dean of the School of Health Professions — now the College of Health Sciences — he didn’t have to think long about what he would do with his extra time: He would find ways to help others.
Sep. 12, 2023
CDS faculty, graduate recognized for work on sonographer burnout
Doug Clem and Ivonne Murillo worked together on a project entitled 'Sonographer Burnout: Use of the Maslach Burnout Inventory to Initiate Change in the Workplace.'
June 28, 2023
8 students certified as health education specialists
Certification through the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing helps graduates show employers that they understand the eight areas of responsibility and know how to work to improve health and provide health promotion programs.
June 13, 2023
Ready to change the world
Recent alumna and Operation Smile Mizzou founder Emilee Carleton found her place and her mission through student involvement.
April 14, 2023
Mizzou OT at AOTA Inspire Annual Conference and Expo
The University of Missouri’s Occupational Therapy Department will be participating in the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Annual Conference & Expo in Kansas City from April 20-23, 2023. Connect with us at conference during our presentations, at our expo booth, and by attending our alumni reception. Details are below. Presentations From workshops and short courses to scientific research panels, our faculty, staff, and current students are sharing knowledge to help advance the profession. Thursday, April 20 9-9:30 a.m.Construct Validity of the Sensory Profile InteroceptionWinnie Dunn, Catana BrownKCC Rm 2101Session: Scientific Research Panel 101B 10-11 a.m.Role With It! Defining the OT Practitioner Role Through…