University of the Sciences in the News
A collection of recent media clips and articles featuring University of the Sciences, its faculty, staff, and students.
USP prof: ‘I’ve never seen such a sea change’ in Pharma
Philadelphia Business Journal - Dec. 19
William Ashton, interim dean at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia’s Mayes College of Healthcare Business and Policy, said pharmaceutical companies are struggling with blockbuster drugs coming off patent and depleted new drug pipelines that are not producing the next big products to replace the revenue lost to generic competition.
'Hot' Toys May Not Be the Best Present
U.S. News & World Report - Dec. 18
Mental and physical development should be important considerations when you're looking for children's Christmas gifts, advises an expert at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. "Parents often feel like they have to rush and get the toy of the moment," said Paula Kramer, chairman and professor of occupational therapy…
University of the Sciences, Wistar spawn facility
Philadelphia Business Journal - Dec. 16
The Wistar Institute and University of the Sciences in Philadelphia are unveiling their $1.1 million molecular screening facility Tuesday. The screening facility, established at the Wistar Institute, is the centerpiece of a partnership between the two Philadelphia educational institutions.
Local Expert Offers Tips for Outdoor Exercise in the Cold
KYW News Radio - Dec. 15
Karin Richards, director of the Fitness and Health Management Program and the Health Sciences Program, provided her expertise to KYW Newsradio on how to safely exercise outdoors during the cold winter. The clips ran throughout the weekend and are now posted on the KYW website.
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A huge health-care task for Daschle
Philadelphia Inquirer - Dec. 12
The cost of insuring all Americans has long stopped an overhaul, but many experts think not any longer. "Our frame of reference has changed," said Robert Field, head of health policy at the University of the Sciences.
CareerTV, the world's most visited career video website, profiles the University's pharmacy program as part of its
Top Healthcare Employers episode.
Watch:
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The Medicare D shell game
Philadelphia Inquirer - Dec. 8
Though there are fewer plans to choose from in 2009 - 57 are available in Pennsylvania this coming year, down from 63 in 2008 - that is not a big worry, according to Richard G. Stefanacci, founding executive director of the Health Policy Institute at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia
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WPVI Channel 6 Health Tip - Dry Skin - Dec. 2
WATCH: http://www.redlasso.com/ClipPlayer.aspx?id=7d694961-573d-4cbc-b26d-6fe7ed787802
People in the News
Philadelphia Inquirer - Dec. 1
Russell J. DiGate has been named provost at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. DiGate, who has been dean of Philadelphia College of Pharmacy since 2004, had been interim provost.
From the Source: New provost at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Inquirer - Nov. 24
Russell J. DiGate, the dean of the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy since 2004, today was named provost of the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, the university announced.
Tips on Preventing Dry Skin for the Winter
NBC-10 - Nov. 20
Is dry skin a common winter problem for you? Follow these tips from University of the Sciences pharmaceuticals instructor (with an expertise in lotions and ointments) Jeff Moore and you'll be on your way to smoother skin.
Simple Steps to Help Your Skin Weather the Winter Season
HealthNewsDigest.com/Washington Post.com/US News and World Report.com - Nov. 18-Dec. 1
At University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, students embark on a challenging learning experience in a proving ground for successful professionals in the ...
WPVI Channel 6: National Hispanic College Fair - Nov. 7
WATCH: http://www.redlasso.com/ClipPlayer.aspx?id=23665a68-e96a-45c7-a522-7f813754c393
Are You Paying Too Much For Health Insurance?
Forbes - Oct. 22
Research also shows that overall costs vary from state to state, says Robert Field, chair of the Department of Health Policy and Public Health at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia.
Student pharmacists vist the Today Show on Oct. 2 to kick off American Pharmacists Month.
New Alzheimer's Disease Survey Reveals Disparities Between Beliefs ...
PR Newswire (press release) - Sept. 24
"Last year the Alzheimer's Disease Screening Discussion Group encouraged seniors to become more familiar with the first signs of Alzheimer's in order to facilitate earlier screening and diagnosis," said Dr. Richard Stefanacci, founding executive director, Geriatric Health Program, University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, survey co-chair and member of the ADSDG.
5 Tips For Better Sleep
Men's Fitness - Sept. 16
Having too many tech toys in the bedroom makes your mind associate the room with productivity, not relaxation. "You want your brain to know that when you're in bed, that's a place for sleep and sleep only," says Philip Gehrman, Ph.D., assistant professor of psychology at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia and a specialist in sleep medicine. If nothing else, put that bad boy on silent mode. Whatever e-mails you get can wait until dawn.
Extra Exposure
The Philadelphia Inquirer (Sept. 14) ran a story on the Middle Grade Science Teachers program that the University developed and hosted this past summer. In its third year, the program exposes teachers from the Philadelphia School District to an inquiry-based curriculum focusing on exploration, explanation, and application.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Plans Consider Consolidation Amid ...
Kaiser network.org - Aug. 25
New Jersey's Horizon BCBS recently filed an application to become a for-profit company, and other not-for-profit BCBS plans are expected to do the same in the next few years, according to University of the Sciences in Philadelphia health policy professor Robert Field.
Blue Cross Plans Feeling
Wall Street Journal - Aug. 25
... merging or getting swallowed up in one way or another," said Robert Field, health policy professor at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. ...
August 22, Fox 29: The Fox 29 morning show spent the morning on campus on Thursday, August 28 with reporter Jennaphr Frederick as part of a back-to-school series. The show brought in an interior designer who decorated one of the rooms in Goodman for the live shots. In addition, legacy student Lydia Watkin PharmD'14 and Joe DeVito PA'10 were interviewed. Watch Lydia and Joe in segment 3 below.
Segment 3 (3:33): http://www.redlasso.com/ClipPlayer.aspx?id=cc39e73b-c2c4-4507-9092-6582d7e17d68
Segment 2 (3:12): http://www.redlasso.com/ClipPlayer.aspx?id=d666accb-4ad9-4f65-8f2d-23e929fc5196
Segment 1 (2:57): http://www.redlasso.com/ClipPlayer.aspx?id=04c0457b-d698-4b04-8835-4d2bff03284b
June 25, CN8
Dr. Robert Field was interviewed by Art Fennell on "Art Fennell Reports" to discuss the future of vaccines. The interview came on the heels of the University’s health policy symposium regarding the subject. http://www.redlasso.com/ClipPlayer.aspx?id=26857538-c393-4384-8fc2-160a1c1df6ec
June 16, WHYY: Pat Peterson, former director of Career Services, was featured on Voices in the Family, to discuss job satisfaction and when it’s time to make the switch. http://www.usp.edu/smc/media/whyy_voices_080616.mp3
June 12, WHYY: Dr. Robert Field was interviewed by WHYY to comment on a published report about individual hospital’s financial health.http://www.redlasso.com/ClipPlayer.aspx?id=05b93f6e-7839-43a1-b5f8-3e0f74a2b1d9
May 11, WPVI: Don't be fooled by the promise of vitamins in soda says Dr. Ara DerMarderosian in this Channel 6 Health Check piece. http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/story?section=news/health&id=613090
Business People
The News Journal - Wilmington,DE,USA
Lucy Malmberg was elected to serve on the board of trustees of the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. Malmberg is executive vice president and ...
Blue Cross Plans Feeling
Wall Street Journal - USA
... merging or getting swallowed up in one way or another," said Robert Field, health policy professor at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. ...
On the Boards
Philadelphia Inquirer – Philadelphia, USA
The University of the Sciences, Philadelphia, named Lucy Malmberg to serve on the board and as the alumni representative. She is executive vice president and corporate…
People in the News.
Philadelphia Inquirer – Philadelphia, Pa.
Laurie N. Sherwen has been named dean of the College of Health Sciences at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia…
Fourteen Reasons You're Not Sleeping
Forbes - NY, USA
"...it worse," says Philip Gehrman, an assistant professor of psychology at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia who treats people with insomnia...
On the Boards
The Philadelphia Inquirer – June 30th, 2008
University of the Sciences elected elected Frank Baldino Jr. and Raj Lakhanpal to its board of trustees. Baldino is founder…
Most Hazardous Summer Activities
Forbes - NY,USA- June 9, 2008
...they don't think of it as a form of exercise, says Paula Kramer, chairwoman of occupational therapy at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia....
People in the News
Philadelphia Inquirer - Philadelphia, PA, USA, June 9, 2008
Ann Satterthwaite was named vice president and general manager of institutional advancement at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. ...
Local woman top model
Wilkes Barre Times-Leader, PA - May 31, 2008
During the last few years, the college student has focused on attaining her pharmacy degree at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia and spending ...
Symposium: Vaccinations Shot With Controversy
Jewish Exponent, PA - May 29, 2008
... but controversies may impede their progress, concluded four international experts at a symposium sponsored by University of the Sciences in Philadelphia ...
Inqlings: 'Idol' alum in film job in Philly
The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jun 03 10:24 PM
Jamie Wall, a Reinhard model and doctoral candidate at the University of the Sciences, won Philly's Next Top Model contest from CW Philly 57, which will get her to Beverly Hills and a walk-on part on the network's special, to air June 21 at 10 p.m.
Experts Agree: Vaccines Give Healthcare a Needed Shot in the Arm
Infection Control Today, AZ - May 15, 2008
Vaccines will play a growing role in global public health, but controversies may impede their progress. That was the conclusion of four international ...
University of the Sciences hosting vaccine symposium
Philadelphia Business Journal, Thursday, May 8, 2008 - The University of the Sciences in Philadelphia is hosting a health symposium Thursday night on the future of vaccines.