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Time Magazine
08-05-2025
- Health
- Time Magazine
Steve Beard
Steve Beard knows that diverse health care is better health care. The belief drives his efforts as CEO of Adtalem Global Education, a corporation that operates institutions for higher learning including Chamberlain University, Walden University, and Ross University School of Medicine. 'Science shows the benefits of a diverse health care workforce, and no one makes a larger contribution to that goal than Adtalem's institutions,' Beard says. Under his leadership, Adtalem has made large strides in addressing shortages of health care workers while increasing racial representation. With more than 90,000 students currently enrolled at its schools, Adtalem has become one of the leading suppliers of doctors, nurses, veterinarians, and social workers to the U.S. workforce. Adtalem's medical schools are major producers of Black physicians in the U.S.—and over the past year, 95% of its medical school graduates have successfully secured hospital residencies, helping to shore up critical areas like primary care and underserved communities. Beard's institutions are at the forefront of technology. In 2024, Adtalem forged a new partnership with Hippocratic AI, developing curricula to train nursing students—and soon physicians—to use AI tools to monitor patients and improve follow-ups after treatment. 'Some of these innovations will relieve administrative burdens in ways that create better quality of life, on the hospital floor and at the bedside,' Beard path from first-generation college student to changemaker is a personal success story—and through Adtalem, it's become a model for building the next generation of health care professionals.
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
It's time to reimagine health-care education
The health-care industry workforce crisis is here. Many providers are exhausted and overworked. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, it is not hard to find a story in the news about burnout among nurses and physicians, which has caused many to leave their professions. This burnout, accompanied by an aging population, is adding severe health-care shortages to an already strained system. According to a report from November 2022, the Health Resources and Services Administration estimates a shortage of over 78,000 full-time registered nurses this year, and the Association of American Medical Colleges recently predicted a physician shortage of up to 86,000 by 2036. These projections threaten the foundation of our health-care system and access to quality health care for people across the country. As leaders in the health-care higher education space, we know firsthand that to solve this urgent problem, we must expand opportunities to educate and train more health-care professionals. The traditional higher education model alone will not close the gap. We must look beyond the exclusivity of traditional higher education and help students from all backgrounds reach their potential in health-care careers. We must reimagine health-care education to provide it at scale and in communities that are woefully underserved. It's no secret that a health-care workforce that reflects the patient population it serves leads to better care, stronger relationships, and improved health outcomes overall. Many of our alumni graduate and enter medically underserved areas, including urban and rural ones, and we know that our role is to enable the next generation of health-care professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to continue to serve in the areas that need their support the most. This means expanding access to medical education by raising awareness about opportunities in health care for those who may not otherwise have considered this career path or who, for a variety of socioeconomic or personal reasons, believe that goal is out of reach. It also means addressing the most common barriers that students from vulnerable populations may face when pursuing degrees in this field. For our institutions, that means offering dedicated support in the classroom throughout their matriculation. We successfully turn students into health-care professionals that traditional systems may not have given the chance simply by providing the support they need to succeed. Many aspiring students have families or are caring for older loved ones, so flexibility is important. They need non-traditional schedules, accelerated programs, or online courses to accommodate their full-time job or other competing responsibilities. For instance, Chamberlain University, the nation's largest nursing school (and an Adtalem subsidiary), has 23 campuses across the country and offers many online and hybrid degree options, making it easier for students to create a flexible schedule and attend classes based on where they live and work. Additionally, more than 90% of Chamberlain students receive some form of financial assistance to help combat the very real and prevalent financial barriers they face. Our institutions excel at preparing graduates to make a difference in their communities. They provide hands-on, specialized training that ensures students are practice-ready when they graduate. Through a unique Chamberlain program, for example, BSN students have the opportunity to consider which specialty they will choose, while sharpening their clinical judgment and gaining real-world experience to develop the skills and confidence they need to be successful and caring health professionals. It is a myth that these models of health-care education are less than adequate. As the leading grantor of BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) degrees to minority students in the U.S., it's clear that Chamberlain's innovative programming allows students who may not have otherwise had the opportunity to pursue a nursing career to do so, while also filling critical shortages. Moreover, Adtalem's medical institutions—the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in Sint Maarten and Ross University School of Medicine in Barbados—combined graduate more physicians than any school in the U.S. Students from these schools match into competitive residency programs at rates comparable to U.S. medical schools (with a 98% match rate in 2024) and at substantially higher rates than most international medical school graduates. These are physicians entering hospitals, clinics, and communities, and they're well-prepared post-graduation to immediately begin to provide quality care to people throughout the country. Our medical schools offer three admission cycles, giving students the ability to begin their medical careers at the time that best fits their personal and academic schedules—as opposed to traditional medical schools that offer one enrollment cycle for first-year students. The multiple admissions cycles enable students to complete their coursework sooner and, in turn, enter their residency program earlier, helping to address the health-care workforce shortage by graduating qualified MD students at a higher rate. Traditional approaches will not solve today's health-care workforce challenges by solely relying on legacy models. We can only expand the pipeline of capable, practice-ready professionals by reimagining health-care education and considering new, innovative models at scale. The opinions expressed in commentary pieces are solely the views of their authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions and beliefs of Fortune. This story was originally featured on
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
The ONS and Chamberlain University Collaborate to Offer Oncology Nursing Practice Ready. Specialty Focused. ™ Course
Chamberlain University and the Oncology Nursing Society launched the Oncology Nursing PRSF Course, an in-depth curriculum that equips students with the skills, knowledge, and preparation needed to pursue oncology nursing. CHICAGO, February 18, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) and Adtalem Global Education have partnered to offer Chamberlain University nursing students a free course that provides an in-depth introduction to oncology nursing. The class is a part of the institution's Practice Ready. Specialty Focused. ™ (PRSF) initiative, which acquaints pre-licensure students with the various healthcare specialties available through hands-on experiences with practicing nurses. Funded by a grant from the American Nurses Foundation, the PRSF program is part of Adtalem's dedicated efforts to address the country's ongoing nursing shortage. "As an Executive Dean at Chamberlain and a former oncology and hospice nurse, I can attest to the deeply rewarding nature of this field," said Chamberlain University Executive Dean, MSN/RN-BSN Programs Rhoda Murray, Ph.D., FNP-C. "I wish that, as a young nurse, I had access to a specialized course like this so I could have been better prepared earlier in my career to provide exceptional care, compassionate support, and hope during the most challenging times in the lives of patients and their families." ONS and Chamberlain University collaborated to develop a 16-week Introduction to Oncology Nursing class, available online and at all 23 Chamberlain campuses. The class provides students with a foundation for providing care to patients experiencing a cancer diagnosis, treatment complications, or trouble coping. The course contains four modules—Cancer Basics, Cancer Treatment Modalities, Symptom Management, and Cancer Treatment and Beyond—each lasting four weeks. "ONS is pleased to partner with Chamberlain University to introduce students to the rewarding field of oncology nursing early in their education," said ONS Chief Executive Officer Brenda Nevidjon, MSN, RN, FAAN. "By offering a dedicated oncology nursing curriculum, we aim to inspire interest in this vital specialty and prepare future nurses, helping to address the growing demand for nurses in cancer care." Along with oncology, additional PRSF courses offered at Chamberlain University campuses and online include emergency nursing, perioperative, home health nursing, nephrology, and critical care nursing. From January 2022 through May 2024, 2,263 students enrolled in the PRSF online 16-week courses with an over 90 percent completion rate. About the Oncology Nursing Society ONS is a professional association that represents 100,000 oncology nurses and is the professional home to more than 35,000 members. ONS is committed to promoting excellence in oncology nursing and the transformation of cancer care. Since 1975, ONS has provided a professional community for oncology nurses, developed evidence-based education programs and treatment information, and advocated for patient care, all to improve quality of life and outcomes for patients with cancer and their families. Learn more at About Chamberlain University Chamberlain University, an Adtalem Global Education (NYSE: ATGE) institution, educates, empowers, and emboldens a diverse community of healthcare professionals who seek to advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations. Chamberlain has the largest school of nursing in the U.S., with both on-campus and online degree programs. Chamberlain is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions, offering a variety of bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and certificate programs. Chamberlain University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Visit for more information, and follow on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. About Adtalem Global Education Adtalem Global Education is the leading provider of healthcare education in the U.S., shaping the future of healthcare by preparing a diverse workforce with high-quality academic programs. We innovate education pathways, align with industry needs and empower individuals to reach their full potential. Our commitment to excellence and inclusivity is reflected in our expansive network of institutions, serving over 90,000 students and supported by a strong community of approximately 350,000 alumni and nearly 10,000 dedicated employees. Visit for more information and follow us on LinkedIn , Instagram and Facebook. View source version on Contacts Media Contact: Jason Carr773-858-7932adtalemmedia@ ONS Press Contact: Molly ColvilleDirector of Marketing412.859.6146mcolville@ Sign in to access your portfolio
