I am the Administrative Assistant for several programs in the office of Student Services in Health Sciences. I work with undergraduate and graduate students in Radiologic Science, Occupational Therapy & Occupational Science, and Speech & Hearing Sciences to guide them through the admissions, registration, and graduation processes during their time at UNC.

Deidra D. Charity, PT, DPT is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where she is engaged in clinical practice and academic instruction for UNC’s Division of Physical Therapy. She is a board-certified clinical specialist in sports physical therapy. Dr. Charity is engaged in patient care at University Physical Therapy and UNC’s Campus Health Physical Therapy clinic. Her expertise and experience in sports and orthopedic rehabilitation inform her work as the course director for the Topics in Sports Physical Therapy course, the lead instructor for the knee module in the musculoskeletal curriculum, and clinical teaching as an instructor for the Integrated Clinical Experience course. Dr. Charity also serves as a mentor in UNC’s orthopedic residency program. Outside of the clinic and classroom, Charity is professionally engaged with the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and APTA North Carolina where she serves at the state and national levels.

As Clinical Coordinator for the Radiologic Sciences Division at UNC Chapel Hill, I oversee all aspects of clinical education for the program. I manage student placements across a range of affiliated clinical sites, maintain strong relationships with clinical partners, and serve as the primary instructor for students during their clinical rotations. My work ensures that students are not only meeting competency requirements but also developing the professional skills and confidence needed for real-world radiologic practice.
In addition to my instructional and coordination responsibilities, I am actively engaged in research focused on advancing radiologic science education and practice. My scholarly interests include radiation safety, the integration of gamification strategies in radiography curricula, and the role of artificial intelligence in healthcare education.

I am deeply committed to pediatric audiology and expanding access to high-quality pediatric services across North Carolina. In my clinical role, I serve patients at UNC Hospitals Audiology at Meadowmont and on the UNC Mobile Hearing and Speech Clinic, ensuring children receive essential hearing care in both medical and community-based settings. Additionally, I coordinate school-based hearing screenings for local schools, helping to identify hearing concerns early and support students’ communication and learning.
Beyond clinical care, I am passionate about education and mentorship. As a faculty member, I teach graduate-level courses in audiologic assessment, educational audiology, and clinical issues, helping to shape the next generation of audiologists.
As the clinical education coordinator for the AuD program, I find great fulfillment in guiding graduate students as they master clinical skills, develop confidence, and discover their professional passions. My work bridges patient care and education, fostering strong relationships with children, families, and students while advancing the field of pediatric audiology.

I do contract management for agreements with external parties for the department. I am the backup to the Grants Manager and I support the Office of Research.

As the Director for Clinical Education for the UNC Physician Assistant Studies Program, I am responsible for scheduling and coordinating all clinical rotations, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards and program goals. I oversee the clinical curriculum, guiding its development and implementation to prepare students for real-world practice. My role includes the recruitment and retention of preceptors and clinical sites across diverse healthcare settings to support a broad and high-quality clinical education experience. In addition to my administrative responsibilities, I also teach in the preclinical year, contributing to the foundational education of our students and supporting their transition into clinical practice.

Teaches/Directs:

• Basic and Molecular Laboratory Methods: Specimen Collection
• Hematology I and II Laboratories
• Bacteriology Laboratory
• Parasitology & Mycology Laboratory