VCOM 2021 Annual Report

MESSAGE FROM THE CAROLINAS DEAN Success Came from Working Together

The name VCOM represents a high-quality medical education, a leader in the osteopathic profession and a standard of excellence. It also represents family. In challenging times, a family’s true character is conveyed. VCOM- Carolinas displayed a level of resilience and true grit that was admired by many. From donating PPE to hospitals to administering COVID-19 vaccines in our Northside clinic to traveling the state of South Carolina in our mobile medical unit delivering standard childhood vaccines to numerous rural communities that otherwise would not have received immunizations, VCOM-Carolinas made a difference. Regarding truly being community- focused and caring for rural and medically underserved populations, VCOM-Carolinas’ students learned from the high standards of service set by the College. Every individual who is a part of the VCOM-Carolinas family serves a vital role in educating future physicians. Despite the trials, tribulations and uncertainties of this past year, VCOM- Carolinas’ future is exceptionally bright. Our commitment to excellence, collaborative spirit and drive to educate the best of tomorrow’s physicians is paramount to our success. With confidence and conviction, I still believe the best is yet to come. ■

MATTHEW D. CANNON, DO

T his past year has been one unlike any other. From the country at large to every state in this nation, down to nearly every individual family, we all nestled into our respective homes, offices and areas of refuge. Medical students were temporarily removed from the classroom and from patient care. It was certainly a year that changed us. But with change comes opportunity. VCOM- Carolinas consistently rose to every challenge it faced throughout the pandemic. We were successful for many reasons, but one that resonates is the way we worked together.

1 , 080 TOTAL PHYSICIANS (including the Class of 2021) graduated from VCOM-Carolinas since 2015

150 NEW PHYSICIANS graduated in the VCOM-Carolinas Class of 2021

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