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How to Become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

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If you are passionate about health, food and helping people make personalized, positive lifestyle changes, a career as a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) may be right for you. As one of the first in the country to offer a graduate program under the Future Education Model, Logan University’s competency-based Master of Science in Applied Nutrition & Dietetics (MS-AND) is a fast track to your RDN credential. What is a registered dietitian nutritionist? The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics states: “RDNs are the food and nutrition experts who can translate the science of nutrition into practical solutions for healthy living. RDNs …

Webinar: The Logan Chiropractic Student Experience

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Webinar: The Logan Chiropractic Student Experience Date: 5 p.m. CST, Wednesday, June 30 Session led by: Devin Woods (Oklahoma City, OK), Megan Mattox (Midland, MI), CJ Gaertner (Wyckoff, NJ), Luke Shackleford (Smithville, AR) Are you considering chiropractic school? Get the insiders’ perspective on student life in one of the nation’s leading Doctor of Chiropractic programs. Join four current Logan University DC students for a lively, interactive webinar Wednesday, June 30. Representing four regions of the country, these student ambassadors will give you the straight story on what it’s like to live and learn in the vibrant St. Louis area, why …

Webinar: Putting Your Health Sciences Degree to Work with Career Strategist Erika Fitzgibbon

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Putting Your Health Sciences Degree to Work with Career Strategist Erika Fitzgibbon 5 p.m. CST, Wednesday, June 23 Session led by: Erika Fitzgibbon, Career Strategist Whether you’re pursuing a Bachelor’s in Human Biology, a Master’s in Sports Science, Athletic Training, or Nutrition, or a Doctorate of Health Professions Education, Logan Career Services is here to help you succeed before, during and well-after you earn your degree. Offering a level of sophistication and support few universities can match, Logan Career Services provides a robust range of career training and transition services for students, new grads and practicing alumni. Led by the …

Alumni from Advanced Care Specialists Visit Logan for Recruitment

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Emma Minx, DC (’14), CCSP, MS (’15), Nicholas Kampfer, DC (’14) and Jonathan Saigh, DC (’15) of Advanced Care Specialists (ACS) visited Logan’s campus earlier this week to recruit future Logan graduates for chiropractic positions within their multidisciplinary clinic. “At our clinic, there are multiple medical providers working in one location, meaning chiropractors have a unique opportunity to co-treat with other medical providers,” said Dr. Minx, who serves as clinic director at ACS in Racine, Wisconsin. “We are growing as a clinic and looking to expand. We are working to change health care by creating a comprehensive and efficient patient …

New Tracks and Career Opportunities with MS in Health Informatics

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Melissa Warren, assistant director of strategic performance at Logan University, never thought she would pursue a master’s degree after earning her undergraduate degree in data analytics. When she heard that Logan added a specialized track in data analytics to its Master of Science in Health Informatics program, however, Melissa knew it was the right choice for her. “I work in the health care education industry, so I need to understand the ins and outs of health informatics and data analytics to be successful,” Melissa said. The Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI) is an interdisciplinary, comprehensive graduate degree program …

DHPE Advances Dr. Karen Manitsas’ Career as Assistant Professor and PA

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Karen Manitsas, DHPE (’19), MS was among Logan’s first graduating class in the Doctorate of Health Professions Education (DHPE) degree program. Currently a physician assistant (PA) at Stanford Health Care in Palo Alto, California, Dr. Manitsas also serves as an assistant professor at her alma mater, Samuel Merritt University (SMU), in the PA program. There, she teaches medical ethics and evidence-based practice courses and assists students in preparing for their national board exams. After being hired as an assistant professor at SMU, Dr. Manitsas realized her desire to further her own education. She knew she wanted to pursue a doctorate …