MISM - Interprofessional Spine Management (MS)

Parkers University’s Masters of Science in Interprofessional Spine Care presents an integration of didactic, imaging, and clinical experiences. The program prepares students to function as entry-level providers directing the coordination of spine care in their community. Individuals who receive education in this program will help manage the flow of patients through the conservative and/or medical specialty pathway in managing spine pain. In this program, students will learn to plan and implement case referrals and goal treatments. The new Spine Management program will be taught by distance learning. The proposed plan is to offer the ease of clinical engagement with the guidance and oversight of program faculty and leadership.

This program does not lead to professional licensure. Graduates of this program will not receive new clinical privileges or a license to diagnose or treat patients beyond the scope of their existing professional credential. The scope of practice for all graduates remains defined by the laws and regulations governing their original licensure. This program is designed to enhance interdisciplinary knowledge and collaboration in spine care, not to alter or expand clinical scope.