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Rehabilitation Sciences
Tools and resources to help you succeed in your Rehabilitation Sciences education journey
Created for students, by students to help build a diverse doctor workforce
SDN brings together thousands of current and future AuD, OTD, DPT, and SLP PhD students into one community where you can share information, offer guidance, and provide encouragement to peers and those coming up behind you. Whether considering a gap year, struggling with the intensity of your classes, or navigating your next career steps, you can find someone who understands what you’re facing.
WHAT IS THE OT AND PT ADMISSIONS PROCESS?
These step-by-step guides are intended to help you strengthen your application so that, with some hard work, you can be competitive at any school.
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HOW CAN I PREPARE FOR INTERVIEWS?
Discover details about interviews and student experiences from rehabilitation sciences programs reported by students after their interviews.
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HOW DO I GET MY REHAB SCIENCE EDUCATION QUESTIONS ANSWERED?
Have your questions about undergrad planning, admissions, interview prep, research, and more answered by experts.
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How to Get Legal Help
As you move along your journey to become a medical professional, eventually you are going …
Underrepresented in Healthcare
Defining who is considered an underrepresented minority (URM), the frequent obstacles they face, and how …
20 Questions: Jeremy Duane Houser, PT, DPT
Jeremy Houser shares his advice for students and gives perspective on the field of physical therapy
20 Questions: Lani Hessen, OTR/L
Lani Hessen shares her perspective on the field of pediatric occupational therapy and advice for students.
20 Questions: Karen McCain, PT, DPT, NCS
Karen McCain, PT, DPT, NCS is assistant professor at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical …
20 Questions: Kimberly O. Scanlon, SLP
Kimberly O. Scanlon discusses her thoughts on the field of speech-language pathology and shares advice for students.
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