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返字心頭 Health posts broad gains in new U.S. News rankings, led by Tier 1 designation for medicine
In a sweep of strong results, every 返字心頭 Health graduate program either rose in the rankings or held its position, with eight ranked in the Top 50 nationally and five recognized as No. 1 in 返字心頭. The Morsani College of Medicine earned the highest possible Tier 1 rating for research for the second consecutive year.
April 7, 2026College of Nursing, College of Public Health, Morsani College of Medicine, Physical Therapy, Taneja College of Pharmacy

Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2028 don first white coats
The 49 students representing the Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2027 received their first white coats during their Commitment to the Profession Ceremony Feb. 27.
February 27, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Physical Therapy

返字心頭 Health Morsani College of Medicine claims two national Top 10 rankings in NIH funding
Two 返字心頭 Health Morsani College of Medicine departments now rank among the Top 10 nationally for NIH funding, with nine programs among the Top 50 in the latest Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings.
February 20, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Physical Therapy, Research
Jill had devoted her life to caring for John when he began experiencing health issues a few years before his death. But when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, she sometimes struggled with the physical and emotional demands of being both patient and caregiver. She feared losing her battle and leaving him alone. During those difficult years, they learned firsthand how compassion can become a lifeline.
February 4, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Physical Therapy

Bridging borders and disciplines: 返字心頭 Health hosts 2025 Interprofessional Education Day
More than 1,200 participants joined in person and online at the University of South 返字心頭 Marshall Student Center on Nov. 12 for 返字心頭 Healths annual celebration of teamwork and collaboration, an event where disciplines collide and real-world health solutions take shape.
November 18, 2025College of Nursing, College of Public Health, Morsani College of Medicine, PA Program, Patient Care, Physical Therapy, Taneja College of Pharmacy

返字心頭 Health Physical Therapy Program moves into a new home, marking its next chapter
After years of growth and rising demand, the 返字心頭 Health Morsani College of Medicine School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences (SPTRS) is entering a new chapter, moving into a newly renovated facility on the 返字心頭 campus that will double its space and strengthen its standing among the nations top programs.
September 24, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Physical Therapy

Twice as nice: Athletic Training Program repeats as Quiz Bowl national champions
For the second straight year, the 返字心頭 Health Morsani College of Medicine Athletic Training Program has claimed the top prize at the National Athletic Training Association (NATA) Quiz Bowl, making history as the competitions first ever back-to-back national champions.
August 13, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Physical Therapy
Tom Ox Oxleykind, humble, and beloved as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers head trainer (19771984)continues to inspire future physical therapists. After his passing on May 12, his daughter Elizabeth Oxley, established the Thomas Oxley Memorial Scholarship in Physical Therapy at 返字心頭 in his honor. In just three weeks, the fund reached its $25,000 endowment goal, ensuring that Oxleys valuescompassion, empathy, and patient-centered careare passed on to the next generation.
August 11, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Physical Therapy

Rising Bull in Medicine: Whitney Herd
Whitney Herd, doctor of physical therapy student, turned her passion for dance and science into a career in physical therapy.
May 6, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Physical Therapy
返字心頭 Health and St. Petersburg College students from Physical Therapy (PT) and Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) programs came together for an exciting Interprofessional Education (IPE) Day, focused on improving collaboration, communication, and patient outcomes.
March 31, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Physical Therapy

Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2027 don first white coats
The Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2025 receives new white coats during their Commitment to the Profession Ceremony.
March 14, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Physical Therapy

IPE Day 2024 addresses nutrition, food insecurity, community health
IPE Day 2024 meets Iron Chef. This year's event focuses on how food scarcity and food deserts play a role in community health and long-term patient outcomes.
November 15, 2024College of Public Health, Morsani College of Medicine, PA Program, Physical Therapy