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How Elena Doctor Reimagined Master’s Course with Real-World Experience

Posted on January 8, 2026 in Athletics in Careers in College of Health Sciences in Master of Science in Sport Science and Rehabilitation

When it comes to helping others move, heal and perform at their best, Elena Doctor, MS, CSCS, CSPS, believes every individual—regardless of age or ability—deserves an evidence-based exercise plan built for them. Elena, who joined Logan University’s Master of Science in Sports Science and Rehabilitation (MSSSR) program as an adjunct professor in 2023, teaches “Exercise Prescription for Special Populations.” Recently, she led a complete redesign of the course as the program transitioned from a 15-week to a 7-week model, an effort that allowed her to combine her hands-on, real-world experience with innovative teaching methods. “I wanted the course to be

From Bedside to Data, Nurses are Leading in Health Informatics

Posted on October 28, 2025 in Careers in College of Health Sciences in Healthcare in Master of Science in Health Informatics in Thought Leadership

The healthcare field is evolving and health informatics is opening doors to new, stable careers that are in high demand, especially for careers such as nursing, where burnout is at an all-time high. A 2025 survey from Florida Atlantic University’s College of Nursing found that 65% of nurses report high stress and burnout, leading many to explore opportunities beyond traditional bedside care. A degree in health informatics allows nurses to leverage their clinical knowledge in roles that improve electronic systems, streamline workflows and ultimately enhance patient care. The field is also proving financially rewarding. According to the 2022 HIMSS Nursing

Guided by Evidence, Shaped by Logan: Dr. Mara Alayón Rullán’s Journey in Chiropractic Fellowship

Posted on October 20, 2025 in Alumni in Careers in College of Chiropractic in Healthcare in Leaders Made

From the sunshine in Puerto Rico to the Wisconsin winters, and all the St. Louis seasons in between, Mara Alayón Rullán, DC (’25) has carried one goal with her: helping others. Dr. Alayón’s journey in healthcare began while pursuing her bachelor’s degree in environmental microbiology at the Universidad de Puerto Rico en Arecibo. As a member of a neurological association that regularly hosted healthcare professionals from various professions, she was introduced to chiropractic care. “I was really drawn to the hands-on approach of chiropractic,” Dr. Alayón said. “When Logan University hosted an open house to talk about its Doctor of

How Logan University’s Master’s Program Helped Lori Powers Advance in Nursing Informatics

Posted on September 30, 2025 in Alumni in Careers in College of Health Sciences in Healthcare in Master of Science in Health Informatics

For Lori Powers, BSN, RN, MS (’25) the journey to Logan University’s Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI) program began with a strong foundation in nursing. A graduate of Texas Tech University with a bachelor’s degree in nursing, Lori built her career as a registered nurse in both the emergency room and gastroenterology, gaining most of her professional experience in gastroenterology offices and endoscopy centers. In recent years, Lori transitioned into the growing field of clinical informatics. As part of the Clinical Informatics Team at GI Alliance, she provides electronic medical record (EMR) training, manages IT tickets, supports EMR

Logan Graduate Charts a Course Toward Public Health

Posted on September 15, 2025 in Alumni in Bachelor of Science in Human Biology in Careers in College of Health Sciences in Online Resources

For Jessica Casazza, earning her Bachelor of Science in Human Biology at Logan University was more than an academic journey. It was a life-changing experience filled with support, growth and discovery. Jessica describes her time at Logan as “an experience like no other.” From her first courses to her final capstone, she found herself immersed in a community that always put students first. “Help was available in every single department, and I never felt alone on my degree plan,” she recalled. “From admissions to advising, financial aid to faculty, Logan never treated me like a number. They knew me by name,

Life-Changing Accident Leads Alexandra Potter to Logan’s Strength & Conditioning Program

Posted on August 29, 2025 in Alumni in Athletics in Careers in College of Health Sciences in Leaders Made in Master of Science in Strength & Conditioning

For most athletes, a career-ending injury would be crushing. But for Alexandra Potter, MS (’25), it was a blessing in disguise. A native of Red Deer, Alberta, Canada, Alexandra represented Team Canada on the Junior National Gymnastics Team. At 17 years old, she competed in international competitions in places such as New Zealand, South Africa and the United States before a leg injury changed everything. “Honestly, it was one of the best things that could have happened to me,” she said. “It sparked a passion for athletic support—both on and off the field—and set me on the path I’m on