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Every day College of Health Professions students, alumni, faculty and staff do extraordinary things. Read more about our latest achievements below.
Nurse Anesthesia alumna joins as new Director of Southwest Operations
Crystal Hunnicutt has returned full circle to VCU’s College of Health Professions, after a career spanning both clinical practice and education in the region.
CHP Dean reflects on first 100 days: “Our Strength is Our People”
Commitment to community, a positive culture, inclusive excellence & belonging, and championing one another, were among some of the most celebrated themes described by Amy Darragh, Ph.D., dean of the Virginia Commonwealth University College of Health Professions, during a reflection of her first 100 days in the role.
$1M grant establishes elder justice shelter
A team of researchers at the Department of Gerontology and the Virginia Center on Aging received nearly $1 million to establish the Greater Richmond Elder Justice Shelter Initiative, which will serve older adults in the Richmond area, including those who have experienced abuse and neglect.
Working later in life a ‘lifesaver’ for some, a drag for others
Tracey Gendron, Ph.D., chair and professor of Gerontology and executive director of the Virginia Center on Aging, recently was quoted in a Washington Post article about working later in life.
100 People to Meet in 2025: Impact Makers - Meet Annie Rhodes
Annie Rhodes is the Director of the Virginia Memory Project and has been named one of 100 people to meet in 2025!
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Making the holidays inclusive for loved ones experiencing cognitive decline
Recognizing how difficult the holiday season can be, VCU gerontology experts share ways to support older adults and their caregivers.
Class of 2024: Maikah and Makailah Flores are united in pursuit of health services
Though the twins will now pursue different areas of focus, VCU will remain a cherished experience they have in common.
A new vision of mobility for lower-limb amputees
Assistant professor of physical therapy Paul Kline, Ph.D. is leading a VCU study on the unique challenges faced by individuals with lower-limb amputations. The project uses eye-tracking technology to understand how people with amputations visually navigate their environment while walking.
Can VR games improve chronic pain?
VCU Physical Therapy researcher James Thomas, Ph.D., director of the Motor Control Lab, is a pioneer in the use of virtual-reality interventional games — like simulated dodgeball and fishing — that encourage trunk movement while distracting participants from chronic back pain. His results: a 31% reduction in pain and a 30% decrease in disability among users.
Motivating underserved children to become more physically active
Through her innovative “Together We Run” program, Tamara Buck, PT, DPT, PCS, is helping underserved children ages 8-13 train for and complete a 5K race. The initiative removes barriers to safe physical activity by providing mentorship, race buddies, and necessary equipment.
