VCOM 2016 Annual Report

Chairman’s Message

Making a difference in the southern Appalachian Region

T he Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) has a mission to improve the health of all humans, especially those who are most in need in the southern Appalachian states. The purpose of the VCOM Board of Directors and the Carolinas and Auburn Campus Advisory Boards are to assure that our students have the privilege of attending one of the most innovative medical colleges in the country, with cutting-edge technology, facilities and experienced faculty. We want our students to have the highest quality education while in medical school, leading them to become successful, purpose-driven physicians. One of the goals of our strategic plan is to become a significant contributor as a research college in the area of medicine. With the addition of the VCOM–Auburn campus and continued partnerships in Virginia and the Carolinas, our research initiatives continue to grow and develop in ways that improve healthcare. An important part of providing the highest quality education for our students is the fact that VCOM is a private college, requiring no state funds or taxes for facilities or equipment. The Board of Directors is ensuring that all strategic and financial priorities are met. The College is positioned for long-term growth and continues to be well known as one of the most affordable private medical schools in the United States.

John G. Rocovich Jr. JD, LLM, Chairman

VCOM College-Wide 2015 Direct Economic Impact on the

Southern Appalachian Region: $ 138,037,813

Direct Economic Impact Analysis without indirect impact or multipliers

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