April 4, 2023
Siblings making strides thanks to collaborative approach to therapy
The Adams family credits teamwork between TigerOT, the MU Speech and Hearing Clinic and PhysZOU for Ashlee and Daniel's growth.
April 3, 2023
Family continues Nancy Toedebusch Fay’s legacy of giving back
From her MU graduation through her retirement years, Nancy Todebusch Fay was passionate about supporting the School of Health Professions.
March 31, 2023
Programs give science club members a glimpse into health professions
Respiratory Therapy demonstration On March 4, representatives with several School of Health Professions programs came together to host a hands-on session for the CALEB Science Club. Attendees were able to learn about and participate in five different career paths in the health professions field: diagnostic medical ultrasound, nuclear medicine, occupational therapy, radiography and respiratory therapy. CALEB Science Club participants learned what a diagnostic medical ultrasound is and how it can be used to image various parts of patients’ bodies, including the heart, abdominal organs, muscles and tendons. Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound students also explained what a stroke is, why strokes happen,…
March 21, 2023
Lea Ann Lowery awarded 2023 Kemper Fellowship for Teaching Excellence
Lowery is a clinical professor of occupational therapy.
March 20, 2023
Social Work student’s artistic side fuels entrepreneurial journey
They say art imitates life. But for Kasey Hammock, art shaped her life. “My roots are in more creative and inspiration-focused spaces,” Hammock said. “But what I found over time is that it’s a privilege to have the space to be creative, to follow your passions and to have people in your life who support you following those endeavors. Social work gives people the opportunities to live their best lives and removes societal barriers that keep people from pursuing their passions.” Hammock is a second-year PhD student in the School of Social Work with a dissertation focused on data-driven decision-making…
March 15, 2023
Lack of access to health care contributes to Missouri’s maternal mortality rates
March 8, 2023
Group exercise program for older adults led to more independent exercise despite pandemic restrictions, MU study finds
March 2, 2023
Andy Frey named Fellow of the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare
Dr. Frey's research focuses on the prevention and treatment of young children with challenging behaviors in school settings
March 2, 2023
Health Professions students revealed as Mizzou ’39 recipients
Recipients are selected for academic achievement, leadership and service.
March 1, 2023
Get to know: Teresa Titus-Howard, MSW ’93, MHA ’98
By Mia Hollander Photo courtesy of Teresa Titus-Howard Teresa Titus-Howard, PhD, MHA, MSW, CCM, began her career as a hospital social worker. She was recently recognized as one of Maryland’s Most Admired CEOs by the Daily Record. Dr. Titus-Howard is President and CEO of The Coordinating Center, a Maryland statewide nonprofit, whose mission is to partner with people of all ages and abilities and those who support them in the community to achieve their aspirations for independence, health, and a meaningful community life. Dr. Titus-Howard laid the framework for her successful career path while working towards her MSW at Mizzou.