Dean's Message
Allen Lewis, PhD, CRC
Dean and Professor
Welcome to the School of Health Professions at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University! We are proud to be a leading healthcare education institution, preparing professionals dedicated to improving lives through compassionate care, innovation, and leadership.
For over 58 years, the School of Health Professions has proudly trained outstanding healthcare professionals, providing the skills and knowledge to excel in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape. Whether earning a certificate, master’s, or doctorate, students benefit from our expert and distinguished faculty, clinical partnerships, and hands-on learning.
We are committed to academic excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and real-world application at the School of Health Professions. Our programs cover a broad spectrum of healthcare disciplines; click for more information on each program.
- Physician Assistant – delivering medical interventions (Master of Science)
- Occupational Therapy – Enhancing functioning in desired life activities (Master of Science & Post-Professional Doctorate)
- Physical Therapy – Restoring range of motion and strength (Doctorate)
- Midwifery – Supporting women’s health and childbirth (Post-Bachelor’s Certificate & Master of Science)
- Diagnostic Medical Imaging – Using sonography as a diagnostic tool (Bachelor of Science)
- Health Informatics – Advancing healthcare through technology (Post-Bachelor’s Certificate & Master of Science)
- Applied Behavior Analysis – Applying behavioral interventions to address behavioral challenges (Master of Science)
- Medical Coding & Billing – Coding healthcare interventions and facilitating third-party reimbursements (Certificate)
Our multicultural student body, faculty, and surrounding Brooklyn community make our school a rich and inclusive learning environment. Students engage in interdisciplinary learning, working alongside peers from other programs and schools across campus. This approach ensures that graduates are ready for the collaborative nature of modern and innovative healthcare.
We believe that education extends beyond the classroom. Our students have access to research opportunities, community outreach initiatives, and our esteemed Dean’s Lecture Series, where they engage with leading thinkers in healthcare. These experiences broaden perspectives, inspire innovation, and prepare students to be changemakersand leaders.
A SUNY Downstate School of Health Professions degree or certificate is rewarding, impactful, and an excellent asset at this critically important time in healthcare.
Explore your options. Connect with our faculty. Discover your passion.
Welcome to the future of healthcare here at SUNY Downstate!
Contact us today to see what discipline fits your interest and get started!
Sincerely,
Allen Lewis, PhD, CRC
Dean and Professor