Featured Stories
NUHS student Princess Burnett’s case study on Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis wins third place in NDNR scholarship competition
A case study by Princess Burnett, ND, a recent naturopathic medicine graduate and a current student in the NUHS Oriental Medicine program, was recently awarded third place as part of a scholarship competition hosted by Naturopathic Doctor News and Review (NDNR).
NUHS student Princess Burnett’s case study on Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis wins third place in NDNR scholarship competition
A case study by Princess Burnett, ND, a recent naturopathic medicine graduate and a current student in the NUHS Oriental Medicine program, was recently awarded third place as part of a scholarship competition hosted by Naturopathic Doctor News and Review (NDNR).
NUHS DC student Rachel Francis awarded Schweitzer Fellowship for all-girls boxing program
Rachel Francis, a student in National University’s chiropractic medicine program, was recently awarded the Albert Schweitzer Fellowship, a one-year interdisciplinary, mentored fellowship program that fosters the leadership abilities of aspiring health professionals...
NUHS honors 75 graduates in Virtual Commencement Celebration
National University honored the Summer of 2021 graduating class during a Virtual Commencement Celebration. The celebration included a speech from President Joseph Stiefel, MS, EdD, DC, along with a presentation of 75 graduates who earned diplomas in chiropractic, naturopathic medicine, diagnostic imagining, acupuncture, oriental medicine, biomedical sciences and massage therapy.
Campus Happenings
NUHS marks Juneteenth an official university-wide holiday
National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) is proud to join the nation by marking Juneteenth National Independence Day as an official holiday that will be observed university-wide. Starting next year, the university will close for the holiday to allow students,...
NUHS partners with Pusan University to offer certification program in Korean Medicine
NUHS recently partnered with Pusan National University in South Korea to allow students additional learning opportunities in Korean medicine.
NUHS Welcomes New Assistant Dean of Chiropractic Medicine
Jeffrey Ware, MS, DC, DABCI has been appointed assistant dean of chiropractic medicine for National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) in Lombard, Illinois. Most recently he served the university as chair of the clinical sciences department and interim assistant dean of chiropractic medicine.
Health and clinic news
NUHS students take part in homeopathy rotation
Before graduating, National University students have access to a vast array of rotation opportunities that allow them to explore the many unique specialties within complementary and alternative medicine.
Virtual telehealth visits a success for patients and interns
During the state-mandated quarantine, new and existing patients are continuing to receive care from NUHS Whole Health Center clinicians and interns through virtual telehealth visits. "Telehealth is a great way to connect with patients in a low-risk manner," said...
A Salute To Our Heroes Foundation makes donation to NUHS Veterans Clinics
In celebration of Veterans Day this year, A Salute To Our Heroes Foundation, a nonprofit that assists the needs of wounded warriors, made a donation to the NUHS Veterans Clinics. The funds will be used to treat veterans who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder...
Alumni News
NUHS graduate’s evidence-based training helps prepare her for career at Fullscript dispensary
When Megan Feldt (NUHS ‘15) graduated with her bachelor of biomedical science from National University, she wanted to work for a company that could make a difference within the field of alternative medicine.
NUHS to host seminar on the evidence-based Cox® Technic
James M. Cox, DC, DACBR, FICC, Hon.D.Litt., FACO(H), the developer of the Cox® Technic, a type of spinal manipulation that is used around the world, will host a seminar teaching the technique Oct. 2 at National University. Cox® Technic protocols deliver spine...
NUHS alums receive ACA award for their leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic
When COVID-19 cases first emerged in Beadle County, South Dakota about a year ago in March 2020, the community knew exactly who to turn to.
Faculty Achievements
Dr. Smith honored for his work in naturopathic medicine with Vis Award
Fraser Smith, ND, Assistant Dean of the NUHS naturopathic medicine program, received the Vis Award from the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) last month at its convention in Phoenix. “I was speechless, which is, if you ask my students, a very rare...
NUHS Florida faculty Dr. Guadagno and DC student Michael Stern join medical staff during Olympic Trials in Oregon
NUHS Florida faculty Carlo Guadagno, DC, CCSP, ICCSP, FICC, and Michael Stern, a student in the chiropractic medicine program, recently served as members of the medical staff for the USA Track and Field Olympic Trials from June 18-27 in Eugene, Oregon.
New Chair of Clinical Sciences looks forward to supporting faculty and leading diversity efforts in ND and DC
Nakiesha Pearson, ND, DC, has recently been named Chair of the Clinical Sciences Department for the College of Professional Studies. In her new role, Dr. Pearson will oversee and help support department faculty and their classes as well as advise students. Previously,...
