Akinci Reappointed to Third Term as Dean of the Rangos School of Health Sciences
Duquesne University President Ken Gormley has reappointed Dr. Fevzi Akinci to a third term as dean of the John G. Rangos Sr School of Health Sciences.
Built to Impact the Lives of Others
When you graduate with a health sciences degree from Duquesne University, you will be well prepared to start making immediate contributions in patients lives and in the industry as a whole.
Your time here in the John G. Rangos Sr. School of Health Sciences will challenge you to meet your potential with best-in-field academic programs, and you will be well rewarded with a meaningful and flexible career.
Undergraduate Programs
- Health Administration (BSHA)
- Health Sciences (BSHS)
- Public Health (BA and BS)
Freshman Direct Entry Graduate Programs
- Athletic Training (MS)
- Occupational Therapy (MS and OTD)
- Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)
- Physical Therapy (DPT)
- Speech-Language Pathology (MS)
Graduate Entry Programs
- Health Administration (MHA)
- Health Sciences (Ph.D)
- Occupational Therapy (OTD)
- Physical Therapy (DPT)
- Rehabilitation Science (Ph.D)
Micro-Credential Programs
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From the Dean's Office
Welcome from Dean Fevzi Akinci
Mission and Vision
HEALTH SCIENCES STRATEGIC PLAN
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Duquesne - Pittsburgh Connection
Using a two-tiered model of community-engaged learning, Duquesne students are offered the opportunity to engage in community-based learning and experiences throughout their program
Duquesne students will pursue Experiential Learning Opportunities (ELOs) during their programs, leading to an enriched learning experience and enhanced resumes or graduate school applications
Duquesne is an R2 University with high research activity. Students in the Health Sciences work alongside faculty to conduct research as well as attend and present at undergraduate research conferences held on campus
The Rangos School of Health Sciences has more than 5,000 alums working throughout the healthcare industry from hospital administrators to physical therapists
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Dean's Advisory Board
Dongmei Ai, MPT
Physical Therapist, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital
Kathleen Dames, MS, CCC-SLP
Owner/Director, Rehabilitation Specialists, Inc.
Therese DeNinno, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Highmark
Rebecca Dieterich, PA-C
Physician Assistant, UPMC Division of Gastroenterology/Hepatology
Kimberly Eichhorn, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Pathology Program Supervisor, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
Kenny Erb, MPT
President, Erb Physical Therapy
Lauren Foote, MSLD, LAT, ATC
Senior Women Administrator & Head Athletic Trainer, Sarah Lawrence College
Vanessa Keech, MOT, OTR/L, CEIM
Occupational Therapist, The Watson Institute
Brandon Mazza, LAT, ATC, PES
Athletic Trainer, Pittsburgh Penguins
Alan Petrazzi, MPT, MPM, FACHE
Senior Manager, Accenture Federal Services
Rachel Popovich, CScD, MOT, OTR/L, CPAM
Occupational Therapist, UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Byron Wade
Principal, American Healthcare Strategies