MUSC College of Health Professions

From MUSC student to educator, Skylar Warmund’s journey has come full circle. 💙

After earning her MOT from MUSC, she returned to pursue her Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate (PPOTD), gaining the knowledge, mentorship and confidence to step into her dream role as an instructor and admissions coordinator for MUSC’s Residential OTD program.

Now, she’s inspiring and mentoring the next generation of occupational therapists.

Ready to take the next step in your OT career? Applications are now open for the fall 2027 PPOTD cohort!

Read Skylar’s story and learn more: https://chp.musc.edu/content-hub/News/2026/06/02/from-musc-student-to-educator-how-the-ppotd-program-shaped-skylar-warmunds-journey

Congratulations to Jacobo Mintzer, M.D., professor in the Department of Health Sciences & Research in the College of Health Professions at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), on the national recognition of his groundbreaking dementia research.

As lead investigator of the LiBBY clinical trial, Dr. Mintzer led a Phase 2 study evaluating a THC/CBD treatment approach for agitation in people with advanced dementia. Presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference® 2026 and featured in The New York Times, the study's promising findings highlight the potential to improve comfort and quality of life for patients and families while advancing research for an often-overlooked population.

Learn more about the LiBBY trial and its findings: https://aaic.alz.org/releases-2026/libby-trial-thc-cbd-agitation-late-stage-dementia.asp

Interested in a funded Ph.D. opportunity at the intersection of neuroscience, biomechanics and rehabilitation science?

Meet Ryan Zarzycki, PT, Ph.D., a faculty member in MUSC's Ph.D. in Health and Rehabilitation Science program whose research explores how knee injuries affect movement, muscle performance and long-term recovery.

Through MUSC's mentor-match process, prospective students connect with faculty whose research aligns with their interests and career goals. Learn more about Dr. Zarzycki's funded opportunity and how the mentor-match process can help shape your doctoral journey: https://chp.musc.edu/content-hub/News/2026/07/31/qa-exploring-phd-research-in-neuromuscular-rehabilitation-with-dr-ryan-zarzycki

Your future in healthcare leadership starts with finding the right fit.

At MUSC, we're launching new pathways and expanding our programs to give you more flexible ways to earn your degree, including:

💻 Online + Hybrid MHA formats
🩺 NEW online MS in Healthcare Quality & Safety (MSHQS)
📊 NEW BS in Applied Health Intelligence & Administration (BS-AHIA)

Whether you're advancing your career, changing directions or just getting started, there's a path designed to fit your goals.

Explore your options: https://chp.musc.edu/content-hub/News/2026/07/29/why-earn-an-mha-at-musc-online-and-hybrid-options-for-healthcare-leaders

This week marked another incredible lab immersion experience for MUSC Hybrid DPT students. 💙

In-person labs are more than just time on campus—they’re where students build confidence, refine their skills and bring online learning to life.

Learn why Hybrid DPT student Olivia Maness says these hands-on experiences are such an important part of the journey: https://chp.musc.edu/content-hub/News/2026/03/31/a-hybrid-dpt-students-perspective-on-lab-immersions-meet-olivia-maness

The right mentorship can shape your entire doctoral experience.

MUSC’s Ph.D. in Health and Rehabilitation Science program takes a personalized approach to mentor matching, helping students connect with faculty whose research interests align with their own and build meaningful partnerships from the start.

What could the right mentor make possible for your research?

Explore the mentor-match process: https://chp.musc.edu/content-hub/News/2026/04/27/a-personalized-path-to-doctoral-training-in-muscs-phd-in-health-and-rehabilitation-science-program

As telehealth continues to transform occupational therapy practice, clinicians need the skills to lead what's next.

Learn how MUSC's Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate (PPOTD) students are enhancing their doctoral experience through the Stroke Telerehabilitation Occupational Therapy Digital Badge—a specialized microcredential that builds expertise in one of the fastest-growing areas of OT practice.

Applications are now open for the PPOTD program. Discover how this unique opportunity can help you grow as a clinician, educator, and leader: https://chp.musc.edu/content-hub/News/2026/03/22/stroke-telerehab-badge-expands-opportunities-for-musc-ppotd-students

Behind every great health coach is a strong foundation of knowledge, skills, and mentorship. 🌱

Earlier this month, the July 2026 cohort of MUSC’s National Board-Certified Health Coach Training & Education Program gathered in Charleston for their Intensive Training Weekend — sharpening coaching skills, learning from experienced faculty, and connecting with peers who share a passion for helping others reach their health goals.

Thank you to our trainees for their engagement and to our instructors whose real-world insight helps bring health coaching concepts to life.

Exploring this path or thinking about how health coaching could be integrated into your work? Learn more: https://chp.musc.edu/programs/health-wellness-coach-training-education

It's that time! Applications for MUSC's fall 2027 entry-level OTD programs are open!

Whether you're interested in our residential or hybrid pathway, now is the perfect time to start planning your next step toward becoming an occupational therapist.

Residential Pathway
• Priority Deadline: September 1, 2026
• Final Deadline: October 29, 2026

Hybrid Pathway
• Final Deadline: June 1, 2027
• Rolling admissions

Ready to apply? Start your application today: https://otcas.cas.myliaison.com/applicant/login

The College of Health Professions is hiring! 👏

We're looking for an Instructional Designer (Team Manager) to lead the development and support of online and hybrid courses for faculty, students, and staff.

In this role, you'll partner with faculty to design high-quality, accessible courses while managing and mentoring a growing four-person instructional design team. You'll provide day-to-day coordination, coaching, and project oversight to help advance educational initiatives across the College.

If you're passionate about instructional design, educational technology, and leading collaborative projects that make a lasting impact on student success, we'd love to hear from you!

Learn more and apply: https://musc.career-pages.com/jobs/univ-instructional-designer-team-manager-college-of-health-professions-charleston-south-carolina-united-states