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Occupational therapists working with patients in a wheelchair, at a desk and in crutches in different images
The George Washington University Launches New Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program

The GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences is pleased to announce an advanced practice Occupational Therapy Doctorate degree program for practicing occupational therapists.

The Physical Therapy class of 2014 standing together
Physical Therapy Program Honors Graduates

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Class of 2014 were recognized for their leadership roles, academic performances, and service to the university during an awards ceremony on May 16.

A SMHS faculty member presents a graduating student with an honor
Groomed to Lead

SMHS Health Sciences Graduates Prepared to Set the Standard in a Changing Health Care Environment

Physician Assistant class of 2014 standing together
A Symbol of Patient Commitment

The SMHS Physician Assistant Class of 2014 donned their long white coats for the first time in a ceremony, May 16.

Dr. Stephen J. Teach using a Macbook laptop
GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences Taps Stephen J. Teach, M.D., M.P.H., to Serve as Chair of the Department of Pediatrics

Stephen J. Teach, M.D., M.P.H., will serve as the chair for the Department of Pediatrics.

GW Alpha Omega Alpha chapter poses with new members
Select Company

The GW Chapter of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society welcomed its newest members during graduation weekend.

Dr. David Porter speaking from a podium
Cell Hunter

David L. Porter, M.D., takes aim at Leukemia using targeted cellular therapy during the 7th Annual Alpha Omega Alpha Visiting Professor Grand Rounds.

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Healthy Aging: Sleep and Sexual Health

Frontiers in Medicine lecture series connects SMHS experts with the Washington, D.C. metropolitan community.

Dr. Katherine Chretien posing for a portrait
USA Today - VA bad press overshadows our good work: Column

Katherine Chretien, M.D., associate professor of medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, published an editorial about the Department of Veterans Affairs and how the recent bad press may be overshadowing the great work taking place at the VA everyday…

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Dr. Mary Corcoran Serves as Editor of Newly Published Book, titled "Neurocognitive Disorders (NCDs): Interventions to Support Occupational Performance - Neurorehabilitation in Occupational Therapy Series, Volume I"

Mary Corcoran, Ph.D., associate dean for faculty development for health sciences and professor of clinical research and leadership, served as editor of the newly published book, titled "Self-Paced Clinical Course - Neurocognitive Disorders (NCDs): Interventions to Support Occupational…