News

• 4D Deep Dive into Degenerative Diseases podcast: Nora Fritz discusses her Multiple Sclerosis (MS) rehabilitation research
  December 14, 2022
  In this episode of 4D, a podcast created by the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group, Dr. Nora Fritz talks with host Katy McGraw about her research on the relationship between backward walking velocity and falls, and the effects of cerebellar involvement on the motor and cognitive function in people with MS.
• Dr. Brian Cummings connects with students during second annual Conversations With the Dean series
  December 8, 2022
  In a tradition that began with Dr. Brian Cummings' first semester as dean of the Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, students from across the college were invited to informal meet-and-greet sessions this fall.
• Health Care Sciences Teaching Award nominations due Dec. 16
  December 2, 2022
  The WSU Applebaum Department of Health Care Sciences (HCS) will recognize one full-time faculty member each winter semester for excellence in teaching.
• Prof. Joseph Roche wins first place and $10K in AR3T pitch competition
  November 11, 2022
  Associate Professor of Physical Therapy Joseph Roche won first place in the Regenerative Rehabilitation Pitch Competition, earning $10,000 to support his research on regrowing functional muscle tissue.
• Student Spotlight: Q&A with Jenna Rossio, Doctor of Physical Therapy Class of 2025
  November 3, 2022
  "Take a step back during the moments you find yourself feeling overwhelmed or stressed and remind yourself that you are living your dream! You’ve worked so hard for so much of your life to get into graduate school and now you’re here and doing it! Instead of complaining or competing, remember your 'why' and stay positive throughout the process."
• Health Sciences Division Clinical Award applications accepted until Jan. 14
  October 28, 2022
  The Office of the Associate Dean of the Health Sciences is pleased to announce the 2023-2024 Health Science Division (HSD) Clinical Awards. This is program is designed to promote research activities for junior and new faculty researchers. Applicants may submit only one proposal per year as either the PI (Principal Investigator) or Co-I (Co-Investigator / faculty research mentor).
• GALLERY: Health Sciences Preceptor Appreciation Night
  October 24, 2022
  On Oct. 19, 2022, the Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences treated its health sciences preceptors to an evening at the Outdoor Adventure Center in Detroit. Preceptors teach our students in clinical settings, providing invaluable hands-on training and experience.
• Dr. Sara F. Maher appointed as permanent associate dean for health sciences
  October 6, 2022
  Dr. Maher had served as interim associate dean for health sciences since January 2022, assuming oversight of nine clinical programs, which include Clinical Laboratory Science, Mortuary Science, Pathologists’ Assistant, Nurse Anesthesia, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, Radiation Therapy Technology and Radiologic Technology. During this time, she has also stepped up to lead the Office of Student Affairs on an interim basis.
• Professor of Physical Therapy Moh Malek awarded grant for research developed with DPT students, faculty
  September 21, 2022
  Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Professor of Physical Therapy Moh H. Malek received a grant from the DMC (Detroit Medical Center) Foundation to determine the efficacy of functional massage on neuromuscular fatigue. Malek developed this research idea in collaboration with Doctor of Physical Therapy Program students and Assistant Professor Jennifer Dickson, who uses functional massage with her patients.
• Professor of Physical Therapy Moh Malek awarded grant to explore mitochondrial transplantation therapy
  September 1, 2022
  Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Professor of Physical Therapy Moh H. Malek was notified by the Board of Directors of the DMC (Detroit Medical Center) Foundation that his grant application “Mitochondrial transplantation therapy and the impact on skeletal muscle aging” was funded.
• IPTV program seeks adults age 50+ for virtual health management visits
  August 25, 2022
  The IPTV program is seeking adults age 50 and older to participate. Adults will need a smartphone or computer and should be able to use Zoom or a similar video conferencing program. Please share this opportunity and the documents linked below with anyone 50+ you feel may be interested! 
• PT Prof. Joseph Roche's COVID-19 hypothesis paper named top cited and downloaded article of 2020-21
  July 1, 2022
  Associate Professor of Physical Therapy Joseph Roche's leading paper on a COVID-19 treatment possibility, published in the FASEB Journal early in the pandemic, has been recognized as one of the top-cited and top 10 most downloaded articles between January 1, 2020, and December 31, 2021, per data from Clarivate Analytics.
• PAA Diversity Initiative hosts Dr. Bana Odeh '21 to discuss health care advocacy for Muslim population
  June 29, 2022
  Detroit is home to one of the largest Muslim populations in the US. Understanding and advocating for Muslim patients is an important part of being a well-rounded, diverse health care professional. Bana Odeh, a 2021 graduate of the Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Doctor of Physical Therapy program, covers the basics of health care advocacy for the Muslim population and the importance of being an ally for the marginalized community members.
• 2021-22 WSU Applebaum Teaching Excellence Awards announced
  June 20, 2022
  The Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences has announced the recipients of its 2021-22 Teaching Excellence Award: Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences Randall Commissaris and Associate Professor of Physical Therapy Joseph Roche.
• ‘A workforce should be reflective of the population it serves,’ says PT student Haley Boccomino
  June 13, 2022
  "My desire to prevent others from feeling as alienated as I once had continues to fuel my efforts to expand my profession."
• Medical News Today: Dr. Joseph Roche cautions against premature abandonment of COVID-19 prevention measures
  June 3, 2022
  In his research, Associate Professor of Physical Therapy Joseph Roche cited mathematical models which predicted that nonpharmacological risk-reduction measures should stay in place for a year, even after the population reaches ideal vaccination levels.
• WSU Applebaum awards $15,000 in scholarships supporting diversity and inclusion
  May 31, 2022
  Ten students in the Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences were awarded scholarships in recognition of their active contributions to diversity and inclusion.
• More than 160 private scholarships awarded to WSU Applebaum students during Donors & Scholars events
  May 27, 2022
  Congratulations to the more than 100 Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences students who earned a total of more than $250,000 in scholarships in 2022, and thank you to the generous donors who support student success.
• GALLERY: Health Sciences Donors & Scholars Luncheon
  May 18, 2022
  On May 18, the WSU Applebaum community gathered to celebrate our 2022 scholarship recipients and thank donors for their generosity.
• Research workshops for Health Care Sciences and Applied Health Sciences faculty are back – RSVP for Wednesday, June 22
  May 13, 2022
  Please join us at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, June 22, for the first in a series of workshops aimed to take your research to the next level, collaborate with colleagues and share ideas. This first workshop will provide an overview of future programming, a panel discussion from junior and tenured faculty about ongoing research, and breakout rooms to chat about your research opportunities and challenges.
• Alum Zubair Fayyaz, DPT '13 featured in Today@Wayne story about WSU staffer competing for national Mr. Health and Fitness title
  May 10, 2022
  “I haven’t done this journey without getting banged up a little bit,” said Mel Mills, CLAS web content manager. “I last saw Zubair in 2019, when I messed up some stuff with my lower back; of course, he got me in good shape, but I also learned so much. This was not just a routine physical therapy of, ‘Just do the exercise.’ I soaked up so much from him about things to do, not do, workout and regimen tips, etc. It was a beautiful tie-in between my nutritionist, physical therapist and myself — all Wayne State people.”
• PT Research Symposium features student presentations, keynote by Jill Heathcock
  May 5, 2022
  On Wednesday, May 18, the 2022 Wayne State University Physical Therapy Research Symposium will feature a keynote talk, "Creative Approaches to Pediatric Assessment and Rehabilitation," by Jill Heathcock, MPT, PhD, associate professor of physical therapy and director of the Infant Lab at the Ohio State University.
• PT Prof. Moh Malek earns President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching
  April 29, 2022
  Professor of Physical Therapy Moh Malek, PhD, FACSM, FNSCA, has received the 2022 President's Award for Excellence in Teaching from Wayne State University. He was honored at the university’s Academic Recognition Ceremony on Thursday, April 28.
• Doctor of physical therapy student Niharika Dantuluri helps lead WSU volunteers through the city during Alternative Spring Break Detroit
  March 31, 2022
  “ASBD helps people see a different side of the city,” said Student Coordinator Niharika Dantuluri. “We help students create connections that they can continue while they’re at Wayne State and as long as they’re in Detroit. It really brings smart and innovative people together."
• Dana Holger and David Henning honored for excellence in postdoctoral research
  February 23, 2022
  The WSU Graduate School presents the Postdoctoral Trainee Research Awards annually to postdoctoral trainees at Wayne State who have shown outstanding promise in scientific research. Holger and Henning will be honored with certificates and $250 awards in March.