In this edition of SCU Now, we highlight the recent news and achievements from Southern California University of Health Sciences.
Key updates include the expansion of the Doctor of Chiropractic program to Phoenix, Arizona, in January 2026, becoming the first chiropractic degree program in the Southwest. Executive Dean Dr. Nick Poirier and SCU Provost Dr. Tamara Rozhon discuss the significance of this expansion. Other highlights include a Q&A with Executive Dean Dr. Nick Poirier, Mohammad Hadadzadeh's research on the health impacts of space tourism, Dr. Martin Gallegos' award for excellence in teaching and commitment to health justice, the Student American Black Chiropractic Association's chapter of the year award, and Dr. Aly Cohen's work on detoxification is also featured.
Read more in-depth on these stories on the SCU website at www.scuhs.edu