Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

North Haven Campus
203-582-8710 (central office)

Echlin Center, second floor, Mount Carmel Campus

Administrative Offices

Title Name Phone Email
Dean Janelle Chiasera 203-582-5241 janelle.chiasera@qu.edu
Associate Dean of Faculty & Academic Affairs XXX 203-582-XXXX
Associate Dean of Student Recruitment & Success Colleen A. Thompson 203-582-8118 colleen.thompson@qu.edu
Assistant Dean for Career Development Cynthia Christie 203-582-3656 cynthia.christie@qu.edu
Director of Academic Operations Stephen J. Straub 203-582-8443 stephen.straub@qu.edu
Director of Finance Rose Dicocco 203-582-7748 rose.dicocco@qu.edu

Departments/Programs

Undergraduate Programs

Program Name Phone Email
Biomedical Sciences
Biomedical Sciences
Lisa Cuchara 203-582-8677 lisa.cuchara@qu.edu
Medical Microbiology and Immunology
Shawna Reed 203-582-7486 shawna.reed@qu.edu
Diagnostic Imaging
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Marisa Testa 203-582-8264 marisa.testa@qu.edu
Radiologic Sciences
Kori Stewart 203-582-7941 kori.stewart@qu.edu
Health Science
Health Science Studies/HSC Degree Completion
Clotilde Dudley-Smith 203-582-7889 clotilde.dudley-smith@qu.edu
Rehabilitation, Health and Wellness
Athletic Training
Stephen Straub 203-582-8443 stephen.straub@qu.edu
Fitness, Leisure and Wellness
Debora Lavigne 203-582-7943 debora.lavigne@qu.edu

Dual-Degree Programs

Program Name Phone Email
BS in Health Science Studies/MSW (3+2) Clotilde Dudley-Smith 203-582-7889 clotilde.dudley-smith@qu.edu
BS/MHS in Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership (3+1) Paula DeMaio 203-582-7973 paula.demaio@qu.edu
BS/MHS in Biomedical Sciences 4 + 1 (concentration in Medical Sciences & Microbiology) Lisa Cuchara 203-582-8677 lisa.cuchara@qu.edu
Entry-Level Master’s Physician Assistant Laurie Seeger 203-582-3882 laurie.seeger@qu.edu
Occupational Therapy Barbara Nadeau 203-582-8691 barbara.nadeau@qu.edu
BSHS-MOT Occupational Therapy
Deanna Proulx 203-582-8675 deanna.proulx@qu.edu
BSHS-OTD Occupational Therapy
Barbara Nadeau 203-582-8691 barbara.nadeau@qu.edu
Physical Therapy BS/DPT Tracy Wall 203-582-8212 tracy.wall@qu.edu
Social Work JD/MSW Carol R. Awasu 203-582-6433 carol.awasu@qu.edu

Graduate Programs

Program Name Phone Email
Master of Health Sciences
Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership
Paula DeMaio 203-582-7973 paula.demaio@qu.edu
Cardiovascular Perfusion
Michael J. Smith 203-582-3427 michael.smith@qu.edu
Biomedical Sciences
Martine Mirrione 202-582-8117 martine.mirrione@qu.edu
Pathologists' Assistant
Robert Cottrell 203-582-8676 robert.cottrell@qu.edu
Physician Assistant
Timothy Ferrarotti 203-582-7782 timothy.ferrarotti@qu.edu
Radiologist Assistant
Bernadette Mele 203-582-3815 bernadette.mele@qu.edu
Master of Social Work Carol R. Awasu 203-582-6433 carol.awasu@qu.edu
Social Work JD/MSW Carol R. Awasu 203-582-6433 carol.awasu@qu.edu
Post-Baccalaureate Doctor of Occupational Therapy Barbara Nadeau 203-582-8691 barbara.nadeau@qu.edu

Post-Professional Programs

Program Name Phone Email
Occupational Therapy
Online Occupational Therapy Doctorate
Barbara Nadeau 203-582-8691 barbara.nadeau@qu.edu

Career Development

In the School of Health Sciences, the assistant dean for career development works with students to explore majors and career interests through individual consultations and group sessions, and guides them through a career development process. Assistance is provided with resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, conducting a job search and graduate school applications. Students can participate in experiential learning through community service as well as internships and part-time and summer employment. A health professions career fair is held every spring at the North Haven Campus.

Additional Requirements

Academic programs with clinical components use multiple clinical education centers. Students are responsible for their transportation to and from these clinical agencies.

Background Checks & Drug Screening

Students should be aware that certain clinical sites or internship locations may require a criminal background check and/or drug screening before a student is placed in the clinic or intern site. The university has procedures to assist students in obtaining such a background check. The cost of the background check is the responsibility of each individual student; specific costs can be found on the program pages.

Academic and Clinical Software Package Cost

Students enrolled in certain undergraduate and graduate programs in the School of Health Sciences are required to pay for access to Exxat PRISM, a clinical and academic software package. The cost for Exxat PRISM is a one-time charge of $150 that permits access to the software for the duration of the student’s enrollment in their current major. Students in undergraduate and graduate programs that require clinical/fieldwork experiences will be required to pay for access to Exxat APPROVE, a documentation approval system. The cost for Exxat APPROVE is $35 for initial set-up, with a $10 renewal fee (all fees are subject to change).

Technical Standards for Admission

Students admitted to all programs in the School of Health Sciences must be able to meet their program’s technical standards and/or essential functions. Technical standards are developed by accreditation agencies and organizations to establish the essential qualities and standards considered necessary to achieve the skills, knowledge and competencies for entry-level practice. Information on technical standards and essential functions may be found in the catalog, on the website or by contacting the individual program chairperson.

Academic Good Standing

All undergraduate and graduate students in the School of Health Sciences are expected to maintain the required minimum GPA set forth by their respective program of study (if applicable). Each program may have additional benchmarks that must be met to progress within the program of study. The student should refer to the program’s description in the Quinnipiac University Catalog and to the program’s student handbook (if applicable) for clarification for what is required to maintain their status within the program.

At the end of each semester, the program directors will compile a list of students who are deficient in meeting academic or clinical/professional achievement requirements. Utilizing the review process established by their program, the student will be notified via email of their status in the program. Deficient students may be: a) placed on probation, b) suspended or c) dismissed. Students placed on probation remain in their program but in order to progress, must meet the performance standards specified in their probation notification letter. For further clarification please see the Program Level Academic Good Standing Policy.

Mission Statement

The Quinnipiac University School of Health Sciences offers a comprehensive spectrum of health science programs designed to address both the evolving health needs of society and the practical implementation of innovative methods and procedures based on the latest scientific discoveries. Building upon a solid foundation in the basic sciences and liberal arts, the School of Health Sciences offers a student-centered learning environment with interprofessional collaboration, innovative teaching and hands-on experience. The School of Health Sciences seeks to integrate theory, research and practice to best prepare healthcare practitioners and biomedical scientists who can demonstrate leadership in their disciplines and in the global community.

Vision Statement

The School of Health Sciences strives to develop forward-thinking, compassionate practitioners and scientists with broad professional competencies who can shape a rapidly changing biomedical and social landscape in pursuit of excellence in health care delivery. The school will be a nationally recognized school of choice for students, faculty and employers who share this vision.

Values Statement

The School of Heath Sciences values an interprofessional, client/patient-centered healthcare model and the translational science that supports it. Students are held to high ethical standards as they utilize critical thinking, scientific evidence and knowledge of diverse cultures and communities to improve health outcomes. We value an experiential learning environment where faculty integrate inquiry with their professional expertise and build collaborative relationships that empower students to solve health-related challenges in a socially responsible manner.