Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health
COMMENCEMENT
Congratulations, Class of 2024!
We are excited to celebrate the newest class of Parkinson graduates. READ MORE
Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health
The Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health was founded on the belief that good health is a fundamental human right, and by which is a foundation for strong individuals, strong families, and strong communities.
With flexible degrees and professional certificates, the Parkinson School provides programs for undergraduate and graduate students and career professionals who seek additional skills or a career change.
Find the Parkinson degree or program that's right for you.
Departments
Applied Health Sciences
Advancing health by focusing on disease prevention and wellness promotion, whether in the laboratory or the local neighborhood.
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Developing leaders who can efficiently and ethically manage the delivery of high-quality care to those who need it most.
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Impacting patient outcomes and solving health care’s most complex problems through the application of data and informatics.
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Improving health and health care among diverse populations through research, learning, and community partnerships.
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CHOIR
Center for Health Outcomes and Informatics Research awards three funding recipients
Funding awarded to three recipients addressing health disparities.
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Alumni Spotlight
Back to School
Exercise Science double alumni Stephanie Vazquez and Conor Deal enthusiastic about joining Loyola’s faculty ranks.
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Press Release
Loyola University Chicago joins new biopharma hub funded by the National Institute of Health
Partnership to help deliver innovative treatments and technologies to patients faster.
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Health Equity Quest
Climate Change and Healthcare Delivery Summit
The 2023 Health Equity Quest, co-hosted by the Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health and MATTER, convened national thought leaders and innovators who are disrupting healthcare delivery through the lens of health equity and sustainability.
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Faculty Announcement
Pamela Xaverius named inaugural associate dean for research and scholarship
Award-winning researcher will oversee, expand, and strengthen school's research and scholarly activity.
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School News
2023-24 Parkinson Scholars announced
The Parkinson Scholars represent a group of exceptionally talented students from the school’s Applied Health Sciences, Healthcare Administration, and Public Health Sciences departments.
Read MoreAn Increasing Demand
Health care jobs are projected to grow 18 percent from 2016 to 2026—faster than the average for all occupations.
This growth will add about 2.3 million jobs to the sector. The number of people ages 65 and over is expected to be 98 million by 2060, contributing to the expansion of health care needs. Projected growth in employment for specific health care professions:
CENTERS AND PARTNERSHIPS
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Called for a Greater Purpose
At the Parkinson School, we empower the next generation of health professionals to address health disparities and create a more equitable future in Chicago and beyond. WATCH VIDEO