COM Outlook Summer/Fall 2020

2 | DR. KIRAN C. PATEL COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE SUMMER/FALL 2020 • VOLUME 21, NUMBER 2 COM Outlook is produced by NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine 3200 South University Drive Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328-2018 osteopathic.nova.edu facebook.com/novaosteopathic instagram.com/nsukpcom NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY George L. Hanbury II , Ph.D. President and Chief Executive Officer HEALTH PROFESSIONS DIVISION Frederick Lippman , R.Ph., Ed.D. Chancellor, Special Projects Irving Rosenbaum , D.P.A., Ed.D., M.P.A. Vice President for Operations DR. KIRAN C. PATEL COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE Elaine M. Wallace , D.O., M.S. 4 Dean EXECUTIVE EDITOR Scott Colton , B.A., APR HPD Director of Medical Communications and Public Relations (954) 262-5147 • scottc@nova.edu ASSISTANT EDITOR Joey Garcia , B.S. Medical Communications Coordinator (954) 262-4254 • jg1995@nova.edu ART DIRECTOR Susan Tischenkel-Hayward Associate Director/Senior Graphic Designer Office of Publications and Creative Services OFFICE OF PUBLICATIONS AND CREATIVE SERVICES Bernadette Bruce , Director Sheryl Koral , University Editor Alejandro Hernández Padilla , Associate Editor/Copywriter Roberta Harris-McCafferty , Production Manager Nova Southeastern University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate’s, baccalaureate, master’s, educational specialist, doctorate, and professional degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Nova Southeastern University. Nova Southeastern University admits students of any race, color, sex, age, nondisqualifying disability, religion or creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, military service, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school, and does not dis- criminate in administration of its educational policies, admis- sions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. Any such acts are unacceptable and strictly prohibited by the university. 06-019-20SAT Outlook COM During these difficult times, I offer my thoughts and prayers to everyone who is working hard from home or on campus, both administratively and educationally, to enable Nova Southeastern University (NSU) to con- tinue to function as a quality educational institution during the COVID-19 pandemic. I am saddened for you and your families, who have certainly suffered duress during the COVID-19 outbreak. I do hope, however, that everyone is following the suggested protocols related to safety and social distancing that have been provided by NSU and the various governmental health agencies. The NSU Health Professions Division has always strived to offer high- quality educational programs and graduate compassionate and well-rounded professionals who can enhance the overall health and well-being of the popu- lations they serve. In these times of high stress and uncertainty, it is more important than ever to remember the old adage “health is wealth.” I am very proud of all our deans and university administrators, especially Dr. George L. Hanbury, president and chief executive officer, who has con- sulted and remained in frequent contact with all university stakeholders. Dr. Hanbury’s valued leadership pertaining to the well-being of our students’ personal health, as well as their concerns and needs related to their educa- tion in these difficult times, has been outstanding and laudatory. Additionally, the utility of our modern technological platforms has allowed the students to continue their education without interruption and fulfill their obligations to become the finest health care professionals possible. This is something we can all be extremely proud of, as it takes a unified team effort to accomplish this. I want to thank the Health Professions Division Board of Governors for its input and actions, which are led by our chair, Dr. Barry J. Silverman, who also serves the NSU community as vice chair of the NSU Board of Trustees. These two highly responsive lead organizations have been very thoughtful and supportive of Dr. Hanbury and other administrative leaders in being sensitive to everything, from educational and housing issues to numerous other concerns that have arisen in these unprecedented times. The past several months have exemplified the fact that we truly are One NSU. We have dealt with many challenges, both individually and as a uni- versity, since the COVID-19 crisis began. One thing, however, is certain: We will get through this together. Be well and stay safe. Frederick Lippman, R.Ph., Ed.D. Chancellor, Health Professions Division, Special Projects HPD COMmuniqué