GW Doctorate of Health Sciences Program

Assistant Professor, Lisa Paganotti, PhD, PA-C, recently chatted with Jerrod Jeffries and Deb Tauber MSN, RN, CEN, CHSE, FSSH on Innovative SimSolutions LLC's podcast, The Sim Cafe, to discuss how translational simulation bridges the gap between theoretical learning and practical patient outcomes. Listen to the episode to learn valuable insights and strategies for advancing simulation in healthcare, here: https://lnkd.in/eWBg9izJ.

Three DHSc graduates presented their research during the Poster Sessions at the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Combined Sections Meeting! Study topics ranged from understanding the effect of pain science education on outcomes following #KneeReplacement surgery, identifying predictive variables for performance in #ClinicalEducation experiences, and exploring factors affecting recovery in older adults with prolonged symptoms from a mild traumatic #BrainInjury. Read?each of the abstracts and conclusions by Marisa Birkmeier, Seth Kress, and Cathy Byrne PT, MPT, DHSc, at the link, below!

Had an amazing but exhausting time this weekend at GWU presenting my work (Major Roadways and Stimulant Overdoses in WV) for the final residency weekend! Lots of cool research projects. Finally can see the light at the end of the tunnel! The George Washington University Soniya Patel Matthew Bailen MSN RN CCRN Ani Mazmanyan Ellen Costello, PT, PhD Brianne (Brie) Darcy Anne D. Noel Robert Baillieu, MD, MPH, FAAFP #DHSc

Congrats LaToya King, DHsc (c), MPH, MS, MBS on successfully presenting your doctoral research today. I enjoyed serving as your subject matter expert and know that our scholarly (and personal) relationship has only just begun! #SME #diversity #clinicaltrials #research #mentorship #scholarship #community #GW

What qualities should a leader have? Leaders must be informed and systematic, make decisions based on evidence, and communicate results and decisions effectively.?This is why the ability to complete a high-quality research project is associated with #Leadership skills. We asked our experienced range of faculty what a healthcare professional should consider when embarking on a research project — read their answers at the link, below: https://lnkd.in/enRfFPJS

Shape the future of healthcare with impactful leadership. Register now to join Ellen Costello, PT, PhD on Tuesday, February 25 at 8 p.m. EST to discuss how the online Doctor of Health Sciences in Leadership in Clinical Practice and Education program can enhance your career and your impact!

We are excited to attend the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) CSM 2025 Exhibition in Houston, Texas, one week from today! Come chat with us about how you can step into #Leadership, advance clinical and educational excellence, and be a part of new #Research discoveries with an expanded network of healthcare clinicians and educators. #HealthScience #PhysicalTherapy #GWSMHS

Congratulations to Kelly Ritter for winning the “Star Professor” award for providing outstanding student support! After conducting a project for the DHSc program to improve student performance and the quality of feedback within an undergraduate microbiology course, students nominated her for making a positive difference in their lives! The project included data collection, evaluation plans, and implementation reports to assess whether the program worked as intended. Read more about the impact made and future plans for the project, below. #GWSMHS #HealthCareEducation #Leadership

#ICYMI: Joyce Maring, EdD, DPT will be teaching and mentoring research projects in the DHSc program?until May 2025. Then, Ellen Costello, PT, PhD, will begin serving as the new program director in January 2025. Dr. Maring held various faculty, administrative, and leadership roles within The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences over twenty years. She began as an assistant professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and Health Care Sciences in 2005. During this time, she rose to the role of associate program director, and ultimately the program director. When the department was renamed Health, Human Function and Rehabilitation Sciences in 2013, Maring was appointed the department chair. Dr. Maring transitioned out of her role as the program director of the physical therapy program in 2018 to redirect her focus to launching the Doctor of #HealthSciences (DHSc) Leadership in Clinical Practice and Education program by 2020 and supporting the launch of the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program in 2022. In 2023, Dr. Maring was appointed as the executive associate dean for health sciences. We congratulate Dr. Maring on her transition to retirement and thank her for all that she has done for the Leadership in Clinical Practice and Education program. #GWSMHS

I am pleased to announce that I am assuming the responsibilities as the Director of the GW Doctorate of Health Sciences Program in Leadership in Clinical Practice and Education in the new year as my colleague and friend Dr. Joyce Maring transitions into retirement. I look forward to continuing to build on the curricula designed for clinical health professionals from various backgrounds to advance their professional practice in clinical or academic environments. This program is designed for the working professional using authentic learning principles. The culminating deliverable is the publication of original research in a peer-reviewed journal. I look forward to connecting with each of the current DHSc students, welcoming the future professionals who join the program in the Fall, and celebrating the graduates who continue to achieve success post-graduation. #GWSMHS Learn more about the program below: