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Northern Arizona University hosts first immersion lab for students in Hybrid Physical Therapy Program | AZ Daily Sun

mtf228 | June 27, 2024

Students in Northern Arizona University’s (NAU) Hybrid Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program recently visited the Flagstaff campus for its first immersion lab. They participated in hands-on exercises that simulated the work they’ll be doing in a clinical setting after graduation, which included case-based practice, labs, and examinations. … Read more

Northern Arizona University's Doctor of Physical Therapy program.

Heather Thomas named chair of NAU’s Department of Dental Hygiene

mtf228 | June 10, 2024

Northern Arizona University’s College of Health and Human Services has named Dr. Heather Thomas as chair of the Department of Dental Hygiene. … Read more

Dr. Dehn ASAPA Faculty of Excellence Award

mtf228 | June 3, 2024

Richard Dehn, was honored with the Arizona State Association of Physician Assistants (ASAPA) Faculty of Excellence Award. … Read more

A photo of physician assistants and Dr. Dehn.

NAU’s new hybrid PT program brought students from all over the country to train | AZ Family News

mtf228 | May 7, 2024

NAU’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program was featured in news coverage by Arizona Family News, highlighting how the Physical Therapy Department provides opportunities for students… Read more

A physical therapist at N A U Flagstaff campus works with students on Bosu ball and exercise strap.

How an athletic trainer found his passion on the pitch | The NAU Review

mtf228 | May 3, 2024

Enrique De La Cruz describes his passion for soccer and his experiences in NAU’s Athletic Training program… Read more

Student Feature: Sepideh (Sepi) Almasi, Occupational Therapy

mtf228 | May 2, 2024

Second-year occupational therapy student Sepideh (Sepi) Almasi arrived in the United States in 2012 and, at the time, was unable to speak English. Read on to hear how she overcame obstacles and is on her way to becoming an occupational therapist to impact the lives of immigrants and refugees. … Read more

N A U Occupational Therapy student, Sepideh (Sepi) Almasi, posing at the Grand Canyon.

Julia Gardner Award for Excellence in Teaching & Learning Recognition

mtf228 | April 23, 2024

Julia Gardner won the Award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning. We asked her about her inspiration to enter the public health field and more… Read more

NAU expert fights fire with research | The NAU Review

mtf228 | April 4, 2024

Dierdra Bycura, chair of the Department of Health Sciences and an associate professor in the Fitness Wellness degree program, researches recruitment and retention of Arizona firefighters… Read more

Humans of NAU: Tarang Jain | The NAU Review

mtf228 | March 25, 2024

Tarang Jain, the associate professor of physical therapy and athletic training has been selected as a recipient for the James A. Gould Excellence in Teaching Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Award. He talks about why he loves teaching, cricket, and the volunteering he does in his free time. … Read more

Alumni Career Q + A with Niki Gonzalez, Occupational Therapist

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We interviewed Niki Gonzalez, Northern Arizona University graduate and Occupational Therapist, on her career and experience at NAU… Read more