TTUHSC School of Health Professions on LinkedIn: #athletictrainingmonth2021 #shpredraider (2024)

"The program here in the School of Health Professions is consistently one of the top-rated in the country, so it was a no-brainer."Listen to Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling student Kurtis Vanderpool talk about his journey to TTUHSC. #SHPRedRaider

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Doctor of Occupational Therapy student Dylann Roch's capstone project includes creating a sustainable fitness program at High Point Village with evidence-based resources in a manual for the staff to use.Roch says, "I plan to include meaningful exercise ideas with visuals and video modeling that allows the “Villagers” to improve participation in exercise and their overall well-being!""I have started implementing an incentive reward program within the fitness class where the Villagers can work towards a preferred reward as a pod group," Roch says. "They have been so excited to participate and work towards something they love. I have learned so much more about this population and what they enjoy doing: helping me tailor the fitness program in a more client-centered and meaningful way!""This project is helping me prepare for my professional career as an occupational therapist by creating a client-centered program that improves their health to be able to participate in other activities they enjoy!"

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Today, April 25, we are celebrating DNA Day - talking about one of the most significant advancements in the history of DNA - the completion of the Human Genome Project and how it has shaped the future of biotechnology. To help us break down this achievement in science and health care, we spoke with Ericka Hendrix, Ph.D., MB(ASCP)CM, Program Director and Associate Professor in the Master of Science in Molecular Pathology program in the School of Health Professions. #SHPRedRaider #DNADay

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Don’t worry if you’re thinking, “How can I get the recommended amount of physical activity each week?” You’ll be surprised by the variety of activities you have to choose from. Basically any aerobic activity counts, as long as it’s done at a moderate- or vigorous-intensity. Learn more:

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Doctor of Occupational student Therapy Jennifer Landaverde is completing her capstone project at the Lubbock Dream Center. "This capstone project focuses on program development. It involves integrating a series of activity classes using mindful crafts designed to improve self-esteem for individuals at my capstone site," Landaverde said. "The capstone experience will provide an opportunity to increase mental health, holistic health and influence self-esteem by participating in mindful craft classes and increasing community outreach and resources.""The biggest highlight is definitely the people I serve," Landaverde said. "The community here is like a family and they have welcomed me with open arms. With each of my classes, everyone has shared their stories/experiences, and that takes a lot of courage to do in front of more than 20 people, and I appreciate their vulnerability. It is hard to put into words how special these mindful craft classes are to them, but whenever I see them wearing or using their craft it means it was something special to them, and that is what matters. What I learned so far is that people enjoy and need community, most of the people I serve are retired, and they yearn for occupations.""My capstone project is preparing me in more ways than I thought it would to become a well-rounded occupational therapist. I have become more aware of issues the geriatric populations face that have not crossed my mind. Community health is important and it is often overlooked because we mainly see patients after an injury. If we took more measures to educate our community on healthy aging and preventative care, we would increase the well-being and the quality of life of so many and I hope to apply this more as a future clinician." #OTMonth #SHPRedRaider

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Athletic trainers provide medical services to all types of patients—not just those in the athletic or sports setting. ATs work in all health care settings, including occupational health, performing arts, military/armed forces, hospitals and medical centers, physician clinical practices, rehabilitation centers, secondary schools, youth sport programs, community recreation programs, civil service police and fire departments, professional sports, college and university athletics programs, and international sports and recreation programs. Athletic trainers provide health care everywhere.The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, School of Health Professions Master of Athletic Training (MAT) program is designed to provide you with a high-quality, interprofessional, and evidence-based education necessary to build a strong foundation for a career in athletic training. Learn more:

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Another big week of meeting some future #SHPRedRaiders! We are hosting an online OT application workshop this Wednesday, and our recruitment team will be at Red Raider Orientation on Friday!

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Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science student Justin Le says, "From the program, I made many friends while also gaining research and leadership experience. With my research, I felt like I was helping to create something that could make a difference in the world. With my position as the President of the TTUHSC Medical Laboratory Science Student Association (MLSSA), I felt like I could create a community for medical laboratory professionals where everyone could share their hardships and provide guidance for each other. I would recommend the program to anyone interested in the laboratory or wanting to enter the medical field."Le is currently completing his preceptorship at Parkland Hospital in Dallas. "We receive every type of patient imaginable," Le said. "Because of this, I've seen diseases and pathogens that I thought I would only see in textbooks. The rotation is also very hands-on, allowing me to fully apply the skills I learned in school and help patients by sending out quality test results. By the end of every departmental rotation, I had enough experience to do almost everything (under the watchful eye of my mentors).""During my preceptorship, I learned about the importance of laboratory professionals and how the results we send out can affect a patient. Missing something could directly harm the patient or cause a misdiagnosis. Although we do not have direct patient contact, our work is a large part of what allows physicians to make an accurate diagnosis and treat appropriately. They may just look like samples and labels, but behind every sample is a patient wanting to be treated."Le says, "After graduation, I plan to use my experience from the MLS program and work in the lab while studying for the MCAT. From there, I hope to take what I've learned and apply it to pursuing a career in medicine." #LabWeek #SHPRedRaider

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With a 92.5% BOC pass rate for 2023 and 99% job placement rate, the TTUHSC Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science program can help prepare you to be the best you can be! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ecWDp8QT #LabWeek

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The Master of Science in Molecular Pathology is a one-year, on-campus degree program where you will learn how to perform clinical genetic analysis of human DNA and develop a strong clinical background in our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities.The 12-month sequential program begins in the summer and includes 39 credit hours of classroom, laboratory, and research experience and three credit hours of clinical experience. The clinical component is structured to provide you with skills and practice in diagnostic techniques, quality assurance, and interpreting and reporting patient results. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gcKP3Sjb #LabWeek

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