As the founding dean of the College of Health
and Human Sciences at Georgia State
University, J. Rhodes Haverty, MD, launched
the first university-based program in physical
therapy and medical technology in Atlanta,
including degree programs in nursing, nutrition,
mental health, and respiratory therapy.
Under his innovative leadership, the college
grew to become one of the largest and most
well-respected producers of health care professionals
in Georgia.
Dr. Haverty received an AB degree from Princeton University in 1948 and his medical degree in 1953 from the Medical College of Georgia. After completing his residency, he became a highly regarded pediatrician, practicing in Atlanta for 11 years.
Although he retired in 1991, Dr. Haverty is actively engaged in community life, serving on boards and garnering awards for his tireless service. He is past chairman of the Georgia Health Foundation and currently serves on its board. In addition, he serves on the Board of Directors of the American Red Cross and the Board of Advisors of the College of Health and Human Sciences.
Dr. Haverty was cited as Top Volunteer in 1998 by the American Red Cross for his three plus decades of advocacy and community service. In 1998, he received the City of Hope Award for his contributions as a physician and community leader. In honor of his exemplary service to the College of Health and Human Sciences, the college launched an annual lecture series in his name that features speakers of national and international prominence. Georgia State University further recognized Dr. Haverty by bestowing upon him an honorary doctorate of philosophy.
Dr. Haverty received an AB degree from Princeton University in 1948 and his medical degree in 1953 from the Medical College of Georgia. After completing his residency, he became a highly regarded pediatrician, practicing in Atlanta for 11 years.
Although he retired in 1991, Dr. Haverty is actively engaged in community life, serving on boards and garnering awards for his tireless service. He is past chairman of the Georgia Health Foundation and currently serves on its board. In addition, he serves on the Board of Directors of the American Red Cross and the Board of Advisors of the College of Health and Human Sciences.
Dr. Haverty was cited as Top Volunteer in 1998 by the American Red Cross for his three plus decades of advocacy and community service. In 1998, he received the City of Hope Award for his contributions as a physician and community leader. In honor of his exemplary service to the College of Health and Human Sciences, the college launched an annual lecture series in his name that features speakers of national and international prominence. Georgia State University further recognized Dr. Haverty by bestowing upon him an honorary doctorate of philosophy.