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SOHP Scholarship Spotlight: Dr. Vanessa Vales-Lewis Featured in New Educational Research Book

by Deans Office - September 16 , 2026

The SUNY Downstate School of Health Professions (SOHP) is proud to recognize Vanessa V. Vales-Lewis, PhD, MAT, Assistant Dean, whose scholarship is featured in the newly published book Embracing Life and Death: Diverse Perspectives on Living, Dying,...

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Tags: 60th anniversary, SOHP 60, School of Health Professions, academic research, interprofessional education

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Get READY: Skills That Matter When Seconds Count

by Office of Communications & Marketing - August 14 , 2026

As part of its 60th anniversary, the School of Health Professions is launching Downstate READY, a new initiative that provides Downstate employees with practical emergency response skills they can use at work, at home, and in the community.

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Tags: Occupational Therapy, School of Health Professions

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Two New Faculty Members, Two Paths to SOHP

by Office of Communications & Marketing - August 14 , 2026

As the School of Health Professions (SOHP) celebrates its 60th anniversary, the arrival of two new faculty members offers a fitting link between the School’s history and its future. One returns to the place where her career began. The other brings...

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SOHP Future Focused Faculty & Staff Retreat

by Deans Office - August 10 , 2026

The SUNY Downstate School of Health Professions (SOHP) brought faculty and staff together for the SOHP Future Focused Faculty & Staff Retreat, a two-day experience dedicated to professional development, collaboration, reflection, innovation, and...

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Technology That Makes Everyday Life More Accessible

by Office of Communications & Marketing - July 29 , 2026

Assistive technology can make a meaningful difference in a patient’s everyday life. It can help people communicate, move safely, manage medications, complete daily activities, and live more independently.

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Honoring the Life and Legacy of Dr. Margaret Kaplan

by Deans Office - June 15 , 2026

The SUNY Downstate School of Health Professions (SOHP) and Occupational Therapy community mourn the loss of Margaret Kaplan, PhD, OTR/L—an esteemed educator, visionary scholar, dedicated leader, mentor, alumna, and cherished member of the Downstate...

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Inter-professional Education in PT in the United States

by Physical Therapy - June 12 , 2026

Dr. Yasser Salem, PT, PhD, MS, NCS, PCS, FAPTA recently published a peer-reviewed article as the lead author examining interprofessional education (IPE) in Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs across the United States. This publication is part...

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Tags: Achievement, Physical Therapy, School of Health Professions

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School of Health Professions Hosts Career Alumni Networking Event

by School of Health Professions - June 2 , 2026

As SoHP prepares to celebrate its 60th anniversary, this year's fifth annual Career Alumni Networking Event (CANE) program showcased the strong connections that define our community. More than 60 students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community partners...

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Leadership Transition in the School of Health Professions

by Office of the President - June 2 , 2026

Downstate has announced the appointment of Brigitte C. Desport, D.P.S., OTR/L, BCP, ATP, as Interim Dean of the School of Health Professions (SoHP), effective June 1, 2026.

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One Patient, Many Perspectives: IPE in Action Across Downstate

by Office of the President - June 2 , 2026

More than 200 students, faculty, and staff participated in the School of Health Professions’ (SoHP) annual Interprofessional Education Case Study (IPECS). Hosted in collaboration with the College of Nursing and the School of Public Health, the...

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Tags: College of Nursing, School of Graduate Studies, School of Health Professions

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Appointment of Dr. Brigitte C. Desport As Interim Dean, School of Health Professions; Retirement of Dean Allen N. Lewis, Jr.

by Office of the President - June 1 , 2026

Effective today, June 1, 2026, Brigitte C. Desport, D.P.S., OTR/L, BCP, ATP, will serve as Interim Dean of the School of Health Professions.

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