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Who We Are

The TTUHSC School of Health Professions Office of Research promotes clinical knowledge and practice through research in basic, applied, and translational sciences with the aim of advancing SHP scholarly activities among faculty and students.

The SHP Research initiatives are aimed at elevating the SHP Research Enterprise both regionally and nationally by transforming laboratory findings into healthcare practices. Our research encourages innovation that translates discoveries from the bench to the practitioner and public.

We Aim To

  • Inspire discoveries through investigative research.
  • Support research involvement by providing resources and opportunities.
  • Promote collaboration using a team-based approach.
  • Foster translation from research to practice.

Research Productivity - Academic Year 2024

  • 90 Peer-Reviewed Publications
  • 107 Presentations
  • 41 Submitted Grants

Meet the Team

The SHP Office of Research provides learning, development, and support programs for SHP research and scholarship. Our programs promote knowledge, practice, and translation through research in basic, applied, and clinical sciences with the aim of advancing SHP scholarly activities among faculty and students.

Please call 806.743.2439, email us at shp.research@ttuhsc.edu, or visit our office if you are interested in learning more about the programs we offer or have any questions. We are proud to have an “open-door” policy and encourage drop-in visits to assist you in achieving your research and scholarship goals.

Office of Research

Troy Hooper

PT, LAT, ATC, PhD

Associate Dean of Research

McKenzie T. Wilkes

PhD

Senior Director

Julie St. John

PhD(c), DrPH, MPH, MA, CHWI

Associate Professor

Giovanni Ramirez

Research Administrator

Research Advisory Council

Troy Hooper

PT, LAT, ATC, PhD

Roger James

PhD, FACSM

Katie Bennett

PhD, MB (ASCP) CM, NRCC-CC

Candace Hicks

PhD, CCC-A

Institute and Center Directors

Roger James

PhD, FACSM

Director, Center of Rehabilitation Research

Leigh Ann Reel

Au.D.,Ph.D., CCC-A

Director, Center for Speech, Language, and Hearing Research

Kerry K. Gilbert

PT, ScD

Co-Director, Institute of Anatomical Sciences Assistant Dean of Anatomy Research & Education