Alumnus Vol.56 Summer 2020 | Page 5

NUHS offers Advanced Scholar Program to St. Petersburg College students National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) has partnered with St. Petersburg College (SPC) to allow students to complete both a bachelor of science degree in biology and doctor of chiropractic (DC) degree in less time. The Advanced Scholar Program is a joint recruitment and dual admission effort that creates a coordinated curriculum specifically for exceptional students who maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher at SPC. “National University of Health Sciences and St. Petersburg College have enjoyed an exceptional relationship for many years,” said NUHS President Joseph Stiefel, MS, EdD, DC. “We have found yet another way to work together for the benefit of our students and our community. Collaboration is the cornerstone to our success and I look forward to much more with SPC.” Read More Virtual Telehealth Visits a Success for Patients and Interns During the state-mandated quarantine due to COVID-19, new and existing patients are continuing to receive care from NUHS Whole Health Center clinicians and interns through virtual telehealth visits. For interns, the telehealth visits (conducted via Zoom) have allowed them to meet their graduation requirements while also serving as a new learning tool. “Telehealth is a great way to connect with patients in a low-risk manner,” said Amanda Bose, DC, ND, MSACP, Chief Clinician of Naturopathic Medicine at NUHS Whole Health Center. Read More NUHS Faculty Member Writes Book About Diabetes Jaya Prakash, MD, MPH, SM (NRCM), SM (ASCP), an adjunct professor at National University, recently published a new book about diabetes and how it can be treated. “DIABETES What’s the Big Deal?: In Plain English,” helps patients gain a better understanding of what it means to receive a diabetes diagnosis and what to do once they get one. “It is especially useful for those who have risk factors for Type 2 diabetes especially obesity, poor lifestyle and family history,” she said. “Many diabetics only take action when complications arise and are sometimes surprised how much damage had already occurred before they noticed.” In addition to her background as a MD who has been teaching pathology and health for 35 years, Dr. Prakash has struggled with obesity, Type 2 diabetes and a whole host of other medical issues herself. “I sought help from my physicians and nutritionists until I discovered a clinically-proven solution and it changed my life,” she said. “Not only did I attain a healthy weight but I truly transformed my mindset, lifestyle and relationships. I want to inspire others to take action and help them in their journey.” The book is available for purchase on Amazon. NUHS News, continued on page 12