Department of Clinical Health Professions

The Department of Clinical Health Professions (DCHP) is where education, technology, experiential learning, and research focused on healthcare intersect. The expansion of knowledge and technology and the increasing demand for high quality care necessitates the need for highly-trained healthcare professionals. The DCHP is a leader in preparing compassionate, well-rounded, well-educated healthcare professionals and leaders. We do this through innovative, high quality educational and practical experiences, with an emphasis on clinical medicine, medical imaging, behavioral health, and research that embraces the rapidly changing knowledge, technology and clinical landscape.

Message from the Department Head
As professor and department head of Clinical Health Professions in the College of Health Sciences and Technology at the Rochester Institute of Technology, I am honored to serve a department dedicated to excellence in education, innovation, and student success. With more than three decades in higher education, I have come to deeply value the transformative power of teaching, mentorship, and collaborative leadership.

Education should not only prepare students for careers, but it should also empower them to lead, adapt, and make meaningful contributions to the communities they serve. At RIT, I have had the privilege of working alongside exceptional faculty, staff, and partners who share this vision. Together, we are committed to advancing academic programs that are rigorous, forward-looking, and responsive to the evolving needs of healthcare.

I am especially proud of our efforts to expand interdisciplinary programs and experiential learning opportunities, including initiatives in nursing, echocardiography, digital therapeutics, and forensic psychology, as well as the development of a Simulation Center to enrich hands-on education. These initiatives reflect our shared commitment to innovation and to preparing graduates who are confident, compassionate, and career-ready.

The College of Health Sciences and Technology believes strongly in the importance of access, engagement, and inclusion in shaping the future of healthcare. Creating supportive, inclusive learning environments where all students can thrive is central to our mission. Through intentional strategies and a strong network of clinical partnerships across the country, we continue to expand opportunities and strengthen pathways to student success.

I am proud to lead a department grounded in respect, integrity, and engagement. I welcome collaboration, open dialogue, and shared governance as essential elements of effective leadership and institutional growth. My goal is to foster a culture where every member of our community feels valued, supported, and inspired to achieve their full potential.

Learn more about our programs, connect with our community, and join us in advancing the future of healthcare education.

Dr. Hamad Ghazle
Professor and Department Head
Clinical Health Professions

Our bachelor of science degree in diagnostic medical sonography and physician assistant program are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Joint Review on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS) and the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for Physician Assistants respectively. Please visit each program webpage for more information about program accreditation and organizations.

Our priority behavioral health and clinical psychology internship is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) Commission on Accreditation.