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Horned Frogs in The News: Chemical Ban Aims to Address Health Inequities
In ‘Nontoxic dry-cleaning: Avoid cancer-causing chemicals while the EPA ban goes into effect,’ Galbadage explains how PERC emissions contaminate indoor air and groundwater, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations.
The Student Journey to Transform Lives Through TCU's Groundbreaking OTD Program
TCU’s new Doctor of Occupational Therapy program is poised to make a significant impact on the healthcare landscape by addressing critical gaps in access and specialized care. Student, Sage Gideon, shares what excites her about being in the inaugural cohort.
TCU Announces Nurse Camp Sessions for Aspiring High School Students
Harris College’s TCU Nursing summer camp returns, offering two sessions. This camp is open to high school juniors and seniors who are interested in learning what a career in nursing is really like.
TCU Social Work Empowers Future Physicians in Collaboration with Burnett School of Medicine to Provide Critical IPV Training
TCU's Social Work Department Chair, Nada Elias-Lambert, collaborated with the Burnett School of Medicine faculty to host an impactful three-hour Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) training session for third-year medical students. This collaborative effort aimed to equip future physicians with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively support survivors of IPV.
Building a Stronger Healthcare Workforce: How TCU's DNP-PhD Program Addresses Both Nursing and Educator Shortages
In a time of unprecedented health care challenges, TCU’s DNP-to-Ph.D. in nursing bridge program stands out as a beacon of hope and progress. It is building a stronger health care workforce, one nurse educator at a time.
Bright Futures, Healing Hands: Celebrating TCU Nurse Anesthesia's 2024 Cohort
The 2024 TCU Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) graduates celebrated their achievements this past weekend with hooding and commencement ceremonies before starting their next chapter.
TCU Nurse Anesthesia Advanced Pain Management Director Honored with Visionary of Medical Education Award
TCU Nurse Anesthesia's Jackie Rowles, DNP, MBA, MA, CRNA, ANP-BC, NSPM-C, FNAP, FAANA, FAAN, received Concierge Health International's inaugural Visionary of Medical Education Award.
Unstructured Play and Its Impact on Child Development: Exploring Limb Imbalances, Injury Prevention, and Resilience in Elementary School Children
Kinesiology Master’s student, Lauren Wagner, evaluates the LiiNK Project’s impact on physical imbalances in elementary schools. Researching play’s impact on childhood development sheds light on the emotional and physical benefits of unstructured play in school curricula.
The Future of Nursing Education: How TCU's DNP-to-Ph.D. in Nursing Bridge Program Prepares Leaders to Shape Tomorrow's Health Care
By developing nurse educators who are prepared to lead, TCU is not only addressing the current nursing shortage but also ensuring that healthcare education—and by extension, patient care—remains robust and forward-thinking.