Health Professions
These professionals focus on the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders.
psychiatrists
This neurodegenerative disease affects memory, thinking, and behavior, and is the most common cause of dementia.
Alzheimer’s disease
This class studies the structure and function of the human body, including organ systems, tissues, and cells.
Human Anatomy
Who's Health Professions Advisor?
Lisa Harris
This healthcare role involves performing imaging studies, such as X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans, to help diagnose medical conditions.
radiologic technologist (or radiographer)
This bacterial infection, often spread through contaminated food or water, causes severe diarrhea and dehydration.
cholera
This branch of chemistry focuses on the structure, properties, and reactions of carbon-containing compounds.
Organic Chemistry
Which college does Knox cooperate with for Nursing?
Rush University College of Nursing.
This healthcare provider is trained to deliver babies and manage pregnancy-related care.
Obstetrician (or OB/GYN)
This neurological disease causes tremors, rigidity, and difficulty with movement and is linked to the death of dopamine-producing neurons.
Parkinson’s disease
Medical students often take this class to understand how drugs interact with the body and how they are used to treat disease.
Pharmacology
Which school does Knox has an affiliation agreement for Occupational Therapy Program?
Washington University in St. Louis
This healthcare provider specializes in evaluating and treating speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
speech-language pathologist (SLP)
This viral disease affects the liver, leading to symptoms like jaundice, fatigue, and dark urine. It can be spread through contaminated water or food.
hepatitis A
Students in this course learn about the various public health strategies used to control diseases and improve health at a population level.
Epidemiology
What's next upcoming event for Pre-Health Club
Blood Drive!!!