Dean's Message

Stacy Jaffee Gropack

I am thrilled to welcome you to the School of Health Professions, a dynamic and inclusive community of dedicated students, distinguished faculty, and committed staff.

 

We offer a wide range of programs—from certificates to doctoral degrees—designed to prepare graduates for both clinical and non-clinical roles in today's complex and evolving healthcare landscape. Whether your passion is in patient care, technology, business, or advocacy, your journey can start here.

Our mission extends beyond healing. We champion prevention, wellness, and holistic care through an interprofessional education model that fosters collaboration across disciplines. This foundational training, delivered across our Stony Brook and Southampton campuses, cultivates essential competencies in communication, leadership, teamwork, cultural humility, and ethical practice, all of which are vital to thriving in diverse healthcare environments.

As the healthcare field continues to transform, we remain steadfast in our commitment to innovation and healthcare equity. We embed principles of belonging and inclusive excellence throughout our programs, ensuring that every student is empowered to contribute meaningfully to clinical practice, research, and community engagement.

 

It is both an honor and a privilege to serve as Dean and to lead this extraordinary group of educators and professionals. I am deeply committed to advancing our School's vision of being a premier institution for educating future health leaders.

 

I invite you to explore all that our School has to offer, and to discover your purpose in a fulfilling healthcare career.

Sincerely,

Stacy Jaffee Gropack, PT, PhD, FASAHP
Dean and Professor 
School of Health Professions