Kenneth Harwood, PhD, director of the program in health care quality, spoke to NPR about a recent study he coauthored that suggest physical therapy for lower back pain may reduce the use of opioids. This study was also covered by Physical Therapy Products and WAMU-FM.
NPR - Trying Physical Therapy First for Low Back Pain May Curb Use of Opioids
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The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences recently welcomed the Fall 2025 cohort of the Integrated Biomedical Sciences (IBS) PhD Program, marking the program’s 30th class of doctoral students.
The George Washington University (GW) School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) announced the appointment of Brandon Beattie, MMSc, PA-C, assistant professor of Physician Assistant (PA) studies, to serve as the director of the PA Program.
A growing cadre of GW SMHS clinicians who are translating frontline frustrations into real-world solutions. Investigators across the school are leveraging GW’s innovation ecosystem to bring new technologies from concept to commercialization, improving the lives of patients far beyond Foggy Bottom.