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Finding Opportunity at the Intersection of Data & Health Care

Posted on April 7, 2021 in Alumni in College of Health Sciences

Health Informatics professional drives the data that is transforming patient care at one of the largest health care systems in St. Louis. Mark Brinley of St. Louis says there is no better time to be a part of information technology in health care. As the vice president of enterprise applications at Mercy – one of the top health systems in the U.S. – Mark applies his knowledge of health informatics to his career, creating a more efficient and effective way to manage data and communicate with patients. Today, the 23-year Mercy veteran maintains one of the most sophisticated electronic health …

How to Become a Doctor of Health Professions Education

Posted on March 30, 2021May 7, 2021 in College of Health Sciences

Do you have a passion for health care and an interest in education? Logan’s Doctor of Health Professions Education (DHPE) can set you on the path to a rewarding and influential career through which you can impact health care for generations to come. Read on to learn how to become a doctor of health professions education. Why should I earn my Doctor of Health Professions Education? We believe the best health care education comes from health care professionals. Logan’s DHPE program combines your health care experience and talents with exceptional teaching methods and practices. Health care jobs are expected to …

How Logan’s DHPE Helps Health Care Professionals Transition from Clinic to Classroom

Posted on March 23, 2021March 22, 2021 in College of Health Sciences

By William J. Sobotor, PhD, RT “If only a program like this was available when I first started teaching!” That succinctly sums up my initial reaction when I was first invited to join the Doctor of Health Professions Education (DHPE) program as faculty. When I first made the transition from applied clinical work to health care education, it was an immediate change with no ‘prep’ time. Back then, if you were a good clinician it was assumed you would be a good instructor. There was no focus on instructional methods, learning theories, course objectives or learning outcomes. A degree plan …

New Tracks and Career Opportunities with MS in Health Informatics

Posted on February 22, 2021 in Careers in College of Health Sciences

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

Posted on January 28, 2021January 27, 2021 in Alumni in Careers in College of Health Sciences

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 …

#LeadersMade: Willie Ocampo

Posted on January 12, 2021 in Alumni in College of Health Sciences in Leaders Made

Willie Ocampo, MS (’17) has always known he wanted to help athletes who are physically or intellectually impaired. As the lead adaptive training exercise physiologist for the Disabled Athlete Sports Association (DASA)—a non-profit that provides adaptive sports and fitness to individuals with physical disabilities, visual impairments, and those who are hard of hearing—Willie provides individual training to athletes with physical disabilities. DASA is also recognized by the U.S. Olympic and the Paralympic committees as a U.S. Paralympic sports pipeline. “At DASA, we develop relationships with our athletes, and the atmosphere is very family-oriented,” Willie said. “Having a one-on-one personal experience …