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Dr. Magen Henry Provides Chiropractic Care Rooted in Community and Purpose

Posted on in Alumni in Careers in College of Health Sciences in Healthcare in Leaders Made in Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics
Composite image featuring a professional headshot of Dr. Magen Henry wearing glasses and a bright pink blazer, alongside three photos showing her participating in Atlanta's 2025 Pride Parade with a “Diversey Chiropractic” banner, receiving an academic hood at a graduation ceremony, and posing with a group of colleagues the 2024 National Convention.

While earning a bachelor’s degree in cellular and molecular biology at Florida A&M University (FAMU), Magen Henry, DC, MS (’24) wondered what was next. She was seeking a healthcare path that aligned with her values when a recruiter from Life University visited her class and sparked a lifelong passion. “Chiropractic combined my interest in science and my desire for a more holistic, patient-centered approach to healthcare without drugs or surgery,” Dr. Henry said. “I knew it was the path I wanted to pursue.” After graduating second in her class from FAMU with summa cum laude honors, she began working toward

How to Get into PA School

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Getting in to a Physician Assistant (PA) program can be stressful, but Logan University offers a few tips to help strengthen your PA application and guide you through the process. What Makes a Strong PA Application? Competitive applicants demonstrate a strong academic foundation and high performance in science courses. They should showcase readiness and demonstrate growth from prior challenges or mistakes, as well as have a clear understanding of the PA role. “Always address the ‘elephant in the room’ on your application,” said Courtney Sumners, MS, PA-C, principal faculty in Logan’s PA program. “We are not looking for perfection, but

Logan’s Bachelor Program Helped Alumna Pursue Dream of Pharmacy School

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When Rachell Landaeta started searching for an affordable online undergraduate program, she had one clear goal in mind—to prepare for pharmacy school. A simple Google search led her to Logan University’s Bachelor of Science in Human Biology (BSHB) program, and from there, her path to becoming a pharmacist began to take shape. “I was impressed by the structure, the accelerated pace, and how well it aligned with my long-term goals,” Rachell said Rachell enrolled in the fall of 2023, transferring many of her general studies credits from another university, and graduated in April 2025. She said the program’s fast-paced, eight-week

Learning While Leading: Ashley Buckingham’s Journey in Logan’s Ed.D. Program

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Ashley Buckingham, MSN, RN, CHSE is driven by a passion for healthcare, education and learning. Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Ashley earned both her bachelor’s degree in nursing and her master’s degree in nursing education from Robert Morris University. Shortly after graduating, Ashley began working full-time as a critical care ICU nurse at Allegheny Hospital in Pittsburgh. At the same time, she began teaching part-time at her alma mater to support nursing students during their ICU clinical rotations. “My time with the nursing students really highlighted my passion for teaching,” she explained. “I eventually relocated to Portland, Maine and started working

Logan University Named HIMSS Approved Education Partner

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Logan University has been officially designated a Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Approved Education Partner (AEP), following a rigorous review process that evaluated the quality, relevance and outcomes of its health informatics curriculum. The designation places Logan among an exclusive group of institutions recognized by HIMSS for meeting high standards in health information and technology education. The AEP status reinforces Logan’s commitment to preparing students for the rapidly evolving healthcare technology landscape through its Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI) program. “HIMSS approval validates the strength and relevance of our curriculum at a time when healthcare organizations

Logan University Accepting Applications for Physician Assistant (PA) Program

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As a leader in integrated healthcare education, Logan University is expanding its degree offerings with the Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant (PA) program. Applications for the PA program open today – February 2, 2026 –  exclusively on the University’s website. “This is a great step toward our mission of expanding and growing our College of Health Sciences, and after intense, dedicated work and preparation, we are thrilled to be launching the PA program on campus,” said Logan President H. Garrett Thompson, DC, PhD. “We look forward to training the next generation of PAs who will provide exceptional care.”