VCOM 2025 Annual Report

All in for Health 2025 ANNUAL REPORT

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We are “all in” — for our students, our mission, and the communities we serve. A t VCOM, we educate exceptional individuals to be grounded in the tenets of osteopathic medicine and committed not only to improving health, but to strengthening the communities around them. This shared commitment unites faculty, staff, students, alumni, and partners, and has guided VCOM for more than two decades. Today, more than 6,000 VCOM alumni physicians practice across the country and around the world, bringing skill, compassion, and a whole-person approach to care. As healthcare evolves, so must medical education and research. Through strong academic and clinical partnerships, innovation in teaching and scholarship, and the integration of new discoveries, VCOM prepares students for modern medicine while remaining true to osteopathic core principles and its mission. Across the VCOM community, there is a clear and collective focus: advancing healthcare, strengthening communities, and shaping the future of osteopathic medicine.

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T able of C ontents Introduction

Education

4 President’s Letter 6 Mission Moments 8 Chairman’s Letter

12 Campuses 28 Students

34 Academic Programs 36 Clinical Training Sites 46 Affiliated Programs 50 Graduate Medical Education

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Outreach

Research

Impact

54 Community Outreach 64 International Outreach 68 International Partnerships

72 Research Expenditures 78 Research Events 84 Extramural Funding 92 Publications and Presentations

118 Board Members 124 History of the College 126 Alumni 142 Economic Impact 146 Giving

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A Message from the President Dixie Tooke-Rawlins, DO, FACOFP V COM’s mission is more than just words. It is a commitment we have made

An $8 million transformational gift, the largest in College history, will further enhance excellence in medical education. A $3.5 million Department of Defense grant is strengthening research focused on biothreat surveillance. Our International department, VCOM faculty, and students provided eight international outreach trips, caring for more than 4,200 patients. Our international clinics continue the ongoing follow-up care. New medical mobile clinics have allowed our campus faculty and students to reach rural and medically underserved communities in our Appalachian and Delta states. We believe that access matters, that communities matter, and that character and competence matter. Every member of the VCOM family is all in for educating physicians who will improve lives. Thank you for supporting this mission.

to our students, our community partners, and to the regions we serve. Today’s healthcare challenges include access, cost, and trust. Our commitment to educating future physicians who will care for patients and their community matters today more than ever. Across our four campuses, we remain “all in” for healthcare, not only by what we teach in our classrooms and laboratories, but in our partner, community-based hospitals where students learn the value of caring for patients and their families. VCOM’s outcomes speak for the College. The Class of 2025 is an example of how to turn preparation into measurable success. The graduating class included 635 new physicians, and they achieved a 99.3% residency match rate, well above the national average. Our graduates maintain a 0% federal loan default rate. Also this year, VCOM received a full 10-year reaccreditation, affirming the strength of our academic programs.

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Every member of the VCOM family is all in for educating physicians who will improve lives. ”

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2025 VCOM’s Top Mission Moments

Secured an $8 million transformative gift — the largest gift in College history.

Retained more than 95% of students.

Deployed four new Mobile Medical Units to serve the underserved.

Maintained a 0% federal loan default rate among alumni.

Achieved a 99.3% residency match rate, well above the national average.

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Earned National Recognition for Student Mental Health & Well-being.

Ranked 3rd lowest in tuition and fees among private osteopathic

Provided care to 4,200

Celebrated 635 new physicians from the Class of 2025.

Expanded partnership with Bluefield University by

patients in need

during eight international outreach trips.

adding anesthesia assistant programs.

medical schools.

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A Message from the Chairman John G. Rocovich, Jr, JD, LLM

W hen the Edward Via was founded in 2003, a clear and enduring mission was established that continues to guide every decision we make. Healthcare delivery in the United States faces serious challenges, including physician shortages, hospital closures in rural communities, wavering public trust, and increasing demands on providers. Our steady focus on our mission enables VCOM to not only navigate these challenges, but to take a lead in addressing them. The VCOM Board of Directors is all in on its commitment to ensuring that the College remains academically rigorous, financially responsible, and positioned for the future. This year’s full 10-year reaccreditation affirms the strength of our academic programs and outcomes. Continued progress in College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM)

research, philanthropy, and clinical partnerships reflects thoughtful, steady leadership. We are also mindful that medical education represents both a calling and a significant investment for our students. The Board remains committed to maintaining prudent tuition levels and expanding scholarship support so that talented individuals can pursue their dreams without cost being a barrier. I am deeply proud of the graduates who carry VCOM’s mission into communities across our region and beyond. Their work reflects the vision upon which this College was founded. The challenges ahead are real, but so is our resolve. With strong leadership, sound governance, and continued commitment to our mission, VCOM will remain a steady and trusted force in medical education for years to come.

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I am deeply proud of the graduates who carry VCOM’s mission into communities across our

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From the Dean of VCOM-Virginia Ron Januchowski, DO, FACOFP

I n 2025, the VCOM-Virginia community-focused, globally minded physicians to serve rural and medically underserved populations. As they always do, our students, faculty, and staff embraced a shared commitment to excellence in education, service, and innovation. One of the accomplishments I am most proud of is the collective effort that led to VCOM receiving a 10-year accreditation from the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA), the maximum number of years they will grant. This achievement reflects the dedication of our entire campus community and demonstrates that when we are all invested in a common purpose, we can reach exceptional standards of educational quality. With this strong foundation, we can move forward with a focus on expanding research opportunities, strengthening clinical programs, and enhancing our leadership in osteopathic medical education. Several initiatives in 2025 advanced VCOM’s mission in meaningful ways. The Community campus continued to advance its mission of preparing

Outreach Research and Education (CORE) Program symposium showcased student-driven research projects developed in partnership with community organizations across Southwest Virginia, reinforcing the connection between medical education and real-world public health challenges. Our commitment to service was also demonstrated through international medical outreach in Dominican Republic and Honduras, where VCOM teams provided care to hundreds of patients and delivered essential medications and preventive services. In addition, our Caring for the Caregiver (C4C) program strengthened student wellness and professional development through workshops focused on resilience, time management, mental health, and preparation for clinical practice. Looking ahead to the coming year, I am excited to build on this momentum. Together, we will continue to position VCOM as a leader in osteopathic medical education and community focused healthcare.

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Virginia Campus Statistics

Impact of VCOM Alumni Upon Virginia Osteopathic Physician Growth

707 medical students currently enrolled Classes of 2026-2029

VCOM Alumni All Other DO's

3000

257% Total Increase in DO’s Statewide

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91 % of VCOM-Virginia students come from the VCOM Target Region Classes of 2026-2029

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Physician data and chart created by VCOM's National Center for the Analysis of Healthcare Data and reflects all actively practicing Osteopathic physicians, including alumni/residents from our enhanced state licensure dataset.

March 2026

54 HPSP medical students Classes of 2026-2029

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Southwest Virginia is more than the place that I attend medical school, it is my home. It is where I was born, where I was raised, and where I plan to raise my family. My experience as a firefighter/paramedic here has fostered a passion for emergency medicine and a drive to provide the highest level of quality, compassionate care to both my current and future patients. As an emergency physician, I plan to work in the same areas that I have spent so much time in as a first responder because I feel like I have a duty to serve the people that I have lived and worked alongside of for so long.”

73 students are currently pursuing a DO degree with research distinction Classes of 2026-2029

Nicholas Wright ’26 VCOM-Virginia John K. Skelton Medical Scholarship

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Physician Alumni Practicing in Virginia’s Medically Underserved Areas by Medical School

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VCOM-Virginia Campus University of Virginia

Virginia Commonwealth University Liberty University C.O.M.

Eastern Virginia Medical School

Data Sources: 2025 NCAHD alumni tracking results from the Enhanced State Licensure (ESL) data; 2026 HRSA Medically Underserved Areas/Population (MUA/P). Original chart created by the National Center for the Analysis of Healthcare Data. March 2026

36 core clinical and affiliated sites where students complete rotations. See pages 44-45 for the Virginia list.

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From the Dean of VCOM-Carolinas Matthew D. Cannon, DO

A t VCOM-Carolinas, 2025 was a year of focus and forward motion. Our theme, “All In for Health,” reflects not only what we teach, but how we serve with purpose, partnership, and persistence. This year, our students and faculty continued to demonstrate what it means to prepare physicians for communities that need them most. From clinical excellence in the classroom to compassionate care in rural and underserved regions, the VCOM-Carolinas community remains deeply committed to improving access to quality healthcare across the Carolinas and beyond. A highlight of 2025 was the continued expansion of our community engagement efforts. Through mobile clinics, outreach initiatives, and educational partnerships, our students gained hands-on experience while delivering meaningful care to patients who might otherwise go without. These efforts are not extracurricular but rather are central to who we are as a school.

We also celebrated important milestones in research, student achievement, and residency placement. Our graduates continue to match into competitive programs while remaining aligned with our mission to serve rural and medically underserved populations. Their success reflects the dedication of our faculty and the strength of our academic foundation. As we look ahead, we remain committed to growing our impact by expanding clinical partnerships, advancing research, and equipping students to meet the evolving healthcare needs of our region. This work is demanding, but it also is essential. We have true family at VCOM-Carolinas. I am truly blessed to be surrounded by amazing students, faculty, staff, clinical partners, and supporters who make this mission possible. The healthier future we are building is successful because we are “all in.”

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Carolinas Campus Statistics

633 medical students currently enrolled Classes of 2026-2029 86 % of VCOM-Carolinas

Impact of VCOM Alumni Upon South Carolina Osteopathic Physician Growth

VCOM Alumni All Other DO's

2500

207% Total Increase in DO’s Statewide

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Physician data and chart created by VCOM's National Center for the Analysis of Healthcare Data and reflects all actively practicing Osteopathic physicians, including alumni/residents from our enhanced state licensure dataset.

March 2026

49 HPSP medical students Classes of 2026-2029

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Growing up in Moore County, NC, I saw first-hand how much of the surrounding area depended on a sole town for all their healthcare and how far individuals would travel to receive quality care. By observing this, I have a deeper understanding on how vital it is that medical access be expanded in rural areas within the Southeast to allow many to have care closer to home where they need it most. I hope to be able to play a small role in alleviating this issue and offer quality care for those closer to where they are.”

46 students are currently pursuing a DO degree with research distinction Classes of 2026-2029

Abigale Verchick ’27 VCOM-Carolinas Dennis and Kay Cannon Medical Scholarship

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Physician Alumni Practicing in South Carolina’s Medically Underserved Areas by Medical School

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Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine

University of South Carolina

Medical University of South Carolina

Data Sources: 2025 NCAHD alumni tracking results from the Enhanced State Licensure (ESL) data; 2026 HRSA Medically Underserved Areas/Population (MUA/P). Original chart created by the National Center for the Analysis of Healthcare Data. March 2026

61.8 % matched into primary care Class of 2025

100 % residency match rate Class of 2025

38.8 % matched into North and South Carolina Class of 2025

99.3 % match rate in the

first round. Class of 2025

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From the Dean of VCOM-Auburn Heath Parker, DO, FACP

A s Dean of VCOM-Auburn, I am deeply proud of all we accomplished in 2025. This year, we strengthened our identity as a campus grounded in purpose, educating physicians who are not only skilled clinicians but also compassionate servant-leaders for the rural and underserved communities of the Southeast. What brings me the greatest pride is the heart of our VCOM-Auburn family. Our students, faculty, and staff showed remarkable determination, academic excellence, and community spirit. Their commitment to the osteopathic profession and our mission continues to inspire me every day. A defining milestone of 2025 was expanding our outreach and presence in the communities we are called to serve. Through new pipeline partnerships, youth mentorship, and healthcare initiatives, we reached even more families and future healthcare leaders, helping build a stronger, healthier Alabama and Southeast region.

Several accomplishments stand out as advancing VCOM’s mission: • Growing our community health outreach, providing education, screenings, and support to those with limited access to care. • Strengthening partnerships with local schools and community organizations to inspire future medical professionals from underserved backgrounds. • Supporting student success through holistic education, emphasizing empathy, resilience, and the values at the core of osteopathic care. Looking forward to 2026, I am energized by the opportunities ahead. We will continue expanding our footprint in primary care and underserved areas, growing community partnerships, and empowering students to change lives through service. Together, we are shaping a future where more families in rural America have the physicians they deserve. Thank you to our students, faculty, staff, and partners who make this mission a reality. Your work changes lives, and our greatest achievements are still ahead.

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Together, we are shaping a future where more families in rural America have the physicians they deserve.”

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Auburn Campus Statistics

Impact of VCOM Alumni Upon Alabama Osteopathic Physician Growth

VCOM Alumni All Other DO's

614 medical students currently enrolled Classes of 2026-2029 30 students are currently pursuing a DO degree with research distinction Classes of 2026-2029

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76% Total Increase in DO’s Statewide

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39 HPSP medical students Classes of 2026-2029

As a lifelong resident of the state of Alabama, I am not only grateful to receive this scholarship, but I am also honored to give back to the state I call home. My hope is that this scholarship continues to encourage and empower medical students to provide healthcare to the communities who need it most.” Jacki Damewood ’28 VCOM-Auburn Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama OBGYN Specialty Scholarship

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Physician Alumni Practicing in Alabama’s Medically Underserved Areas by Medical School

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Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine University of South Alabama College of Medicine

Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine University of Alabama School of Medicine

Data Sources: 2025 NCAHD alumni tracking results from the Enhanced State Licensure (ESL) data; 2026 HRSA Medically Underserved Areas/Population (MUA/P). Original chart created by the National Center for the Analysis of Healthcare Data. March 2026

93 % of VCOM-Auburn students come from the VCOM Target Region Classes of 2026-2029

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From the Dean of VCOM-Louisiana Ray Morrison, DO, FACOS, DFACOS

2 025 was marked by both transition and significant achievement at the Louisiana campus. Near the end of the academic year, I was able to return to serve as dean, following my role as dean emeritus and founding dean of VCOM-Louisiana. It is an honor to serve in this capacity and to continue advancing our mission. For the second consecutive year, VCOM-Louisiana excelled in the residency match. The Class of 2025 achieved a 100% match rate through proportion of our graduates entered primary care specialties, reinforcing our institutional mission to address healthcare disparities and physician shortages across Louisiana and the Delta region. Our Mobile Medical Units (MMUs), awarded through a collaborative partnership with the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, served communities throughout Ouachita Parish and Region 8, delivering meaningful outreach and hands-on clinical education. Discussions have begun with the Louisiana Governor’s Office of Homeland Security on how our mobile medical units will help to expand regional emergency response capabilities. Additionally, grant funding was secured to build protective housing for the MMUs, along with disaster debriefing and storage facilities on the University of Louisiana Monroe campus. the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). A significant

Student and faculty volunteerism has reached an all-time high. The Louisiana campus is widely recognized as a valued and trusted community partner. Our presence across social, healthcare, and civic settings continues to strengthen public perception and reinforce our commitment to service. New articulation agreements and pathway programs with regional institutions of higher education are strengthening access to medical education for VCOM-Louisiana students. Our mission remains central to every partnership and initiative across the state and throughout the Delta region. We also look ahead with great anticipation to our first graduating class completing residency training in 2027. Their return to practice will mark a significant step toward meeting the physician workforce needs of Louisiana and the surrounding region. VCOM-Louisiana stands on solid ground as a leader in medical education—enriching the communities we serve and advancing our mission with excellence. We remain deeply grateful for the continued support of our partners, faculty, students, alumni, and community leaders, whose commitment strengthens and sustains our college.

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Louisiana Campus Statistics

609 medical students currently enrolled Classes of 2026-2029 99 % of VCOM-Louisiana

V COM began recruiting students from Louisiana to the Auburn campus in 2018, prior to opening the VCOM-Louisiana campus in 2020. VCOM has long made it a priority to recruit osteopathic physicians to the state, and VCOM-Louisiana alumni will begin to return to the state to practice in 2027.

Impact of VCOM Alumni Upon Louisiana Osteopathic Physician Growth

VCOM Alumni All Other DO's

students come from the VCOM Target Region Classes of 2026-2029

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222% Total Increase in DO’s Statewide

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27 HPSP medical students Classes of 2026-2029

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17 students are currently pursuing a DO degree with research distinction Classes of 2026-2029

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67 % matched into primary care Class of 2025

20 % matched into Louisiana residencies Class of 2025

100 % match rate Class of 2025

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*Data Source: NCAHD’s Spatial Analysis and mapping of VCOM’s Academic Planning, Institutional Effectiveness and Accreditation student Data (2024); Rural based on federal Rural/Urban Continuum Codes 4-10; MUA/P and PC HPSA’s defined by HRSA’s Shortage Designation Program (2/2025)

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Map of VCOM’s Target States and Regions*

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Our Mission in Action: Expanding Access to Care A ccess to healthcare in rural and medically underserved communities remains one of the nation’s most

With four campuses, VCOM is now one of the largest single providers of physicians to the healthcare workforce in the southeastern United States.

pressing challenges. At VCOM, addressing that challenge is central to who we are and what we do. Today, 87% of VCOM students come from one of our target states. By enrolling students with roots in rural and underserved areas, we strengthen the likelihood that they will return to serve them. We are also committed to ensuring that cost is never a barrier. With more than 50 scholarships—many prioritizing students from medically underserved communities— VCOM reduces the financial pressures that can pull graduates away from primary care or rural practice.

Clinical training reinforces that commitment. During their third- and fourth-year rotations, students work with educational partners in the very communities where physicians are most needed, building relationships and confidence in real-world settings. Finally, through strategic graduate medical education partnerships, VCOM collaborates with affiliated hospitals across its region to expand residency programs close to home. Because physicians often establish practices near their residency sites, these partnerships are a deliberate investment in long-term workforce stability—creating a seamless pathway from recruitment to residency to practice in the communities that need care most.

84 % of students come from our Targeted Southeastern Region

50 % of students come from a Medically Underserved Area or Population

64 % of students come from a designated Rural Area

Classes of 2007-2028

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Class of 2025 Residency Match E very year in March, medical stu dents across the U.S. find out if their residency applications have been accepted and where they will complete their first year of graduate medical education.

VCOM students have a match rate that is significantly highe r than the national average.

The Class of 2025 had a combined 99.3 % Residency Match across all campuses

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support during the program. As students advance toward their DO degree, they move closer to serving the communities that need them most. Strong retention is not simply a measure of academic strength; it is evidence of our commitment to our mission.

Investing in Student Success More than 95% of VCOM students remain in the program, reflecting intentional and strategic admissions decisions prior to matriculation, as well as rigorous preparation and sustained academic

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Mission Moments

VCOM Leads the Nation with 0% Student Loan Default Rate A ccording to newly released data from the U.S. Department of Education, VCOM has achieved a remarkable distinction: a 0% federal student loan default rate among graduates. Of the higher education institutions listed in the report, which includes undergraduate and graduate schools, VCOM is the only school with a 0% default rate across all federal student loan borrowers. This milestone underscores the College’s commitment to student success, financial responsibility, and mission-driven medical education.

VCOM Tuition: 3rd Lowest Among Private Osteopathic Medical Schools I n 2025, VCOM’s tuition of $51,800 was the third lowest among all private osteopathic medical schools, reflecting the College’s longstanding commitment to access and affordability. For many students from rural and medically underserved communities, the cost of medical education can be a significant barrier. VCOM works intentionally to ensure it is not. Tuition at VCOM includes the full cost of participation in the DO program, with no additional or hidden fees. As a result, VCOM students can save approximately $50,000 over four years compared to the average tuition and fees at most private osteopathic medical schools. Through disciplined cost control and ongoing investment in scholarships, VCOM continues to make medical education attainable for students who are driven to serve where they are needed most.

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VCOM Recognized Nationally for Excellence in Mental Health and Well-being I n 2025, VCOM was named a recipient of Insight Into Academia magazine’s Excellence in Mental Health and Well-Being Award. This national recognition honors institutions that demonstrate a deep commitment to integrating mental health services and support into the fabric of campus life. VCOM prioritizes the development of mental health and wellness programs across all of its campuses. Through the Center for Institutional, Faculty, and Student Success (CIFSS), students have access to academic and mental health counseling, including 24/7 mental health support and a range of additional resources. Wellness initiatives led by the Office for Student Affairs—alongside the daily efforts of faculty and staff—foster a strong sense of community and support. These services complement the College’s comprehensive student health insurance plan paid for by the College, which includes mental health coverage. “We believe that academic success and personal well-being go hand in hand,” said Jana Carlson, EdD, executive director for academic support services for CIFSS. “VCOM is committed to supporting the whole student—body, mind, and spirit. Our approach helps students succeed both in the classroom and in the clinical setting, while building resilience and self-care skills vital to a lifetime of service in medicine.”

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As a father of three boys—including a newborn— we’ve had to adjust our family rhythms around study schedules, early mornings, and late nights. But my children aren’t distractions from my goals—they’re the reason I pursue them. Osteopathic medicine focuses on the whole patient. As a future pediatrician, I find that especially meaningful. I’ve observed how good pediatricians consider not only the child, but the parents, home life, and social context.”

Wesley Butler ’26 VCOM-Virginia F.W. “Sonny” Merryman Jr. Family Endowed Scholarship

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Educating Physicians Where They Are Needed Most

V COM’s mission is clear and shared across its entire community: to educate community focused, globally minded osteopathic physicians who serve rural and medically underserved a reas, while advancing research to improve human health. This mission is the heart of the College. With four campuses, VCOM is one of the nation’s largest medical schools and is the largest contributor to the physician workforce in the southeastern United States, which is an area facing some of the most significant physician shortages in the country. That makes it especially important that VCOM recruit and train future physicians in the communities where they are most needed and where many will ultimately practice. Through partnerships with community-based hospitals across the region, VCOM delivers a highly structured clinical education built on partnerships with

The DO Program Becoming a physician requires mastering complex medical knowledge while learning how to care for patients with skill and compassion. VCOM’s DO program is designed to prepare students for both. Years 1 and 2 During the first two years, students focus primarily on classroom and laboratory learning organized into blocks. Coursework covers the foundations of medicine, including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, pathology, neuroscience, behavioral health, and preventive medicine. At the end of the second year, students complete a comprehensive review in preparation for the COMLEX exam, which is required before entering clinical rotations. Students also begin developing clinical skills through Early Clinical Experiences (ECEs), where they work under close faculty supervision in real healthcare settings. These experiences, along with service based learning through health fairs, free clinics, and community outreach, help students apply classroom knowledge while serving patients early in their training.

166 students are currently pursuing a DO degree with research distinction Classes of 2026-2029

core hospitals and a standardized curriculum. These collaborations ensure consistent, high-quality training and provide graduates with a broad range of residency opportunities.

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VCOM Receives Full 10-Year Reaccreditation from COCA I n 2025, VCOM was granted the status of Accreditation, by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) for the maximum term of ten years—the highest level of accreditation awarded. This prestigious 10-year designation affirms VCOM’s strong commitment to its mission, academic excellence, and institutional integrity. Following a comprehensive site visit, COCA determined that all accreditation elements were met, with no further action required. The accreditation extends through the 2034– 35 academic year and reflects the continued commitment of VCOM’s four campuses to the College’s mission to prepare globally minded, community-focused osteopathic physicians who will serve rural and medically underserved populations. “From groundbreaking research to rural outreach, and from outstanding board scores to remarkable match results, our outcomes reflect a college deeply committed to advancing the health of all communities— especially those too often overlooked,” said Provost Deborah West, EdD. “This commitment, paired with our continuous pursuit of academic and clinical excellence, is further affirmed by our exceptional accreditation results, which recognize the high standards we uphold in education, service, and innovation.” With more than 6,300 alumni projected to provide nearly one billion patient care visits over their lifetimes, VCOM-trained physicians are transforming healthcare access across the nation. This reaccreditation ensures that VCOM will continue producing physicians who lead with both skill and compassion.

Medical Simulation and Standardized Patients

Simulation training is a key component of preparing VCOM students for their clinical rotations. Each campus features a state-of the-art simulation center where students use advanced manikins and technology to practice managing medical emergencies— including cardiac, pulmonary, pediatric, and obstetric scenarios—in a safe, supervised environment. Through simulation, students strengthen clinical reasoning, teamwork, and decision making skills before enc o untering these situations in real patient settings. Simulation experiences are integrated throughout the first two years, reinforcing classroom learning and serving as a capstone to preclinical education. VCOM also uses standardized patients— trained members of the community who portray a wide range of medical and behavioral conditions—to help students develop effective communication and interpersonal skills essential to high quality patient care.

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Clinical Years Year 3 In the third year, students complete a core clinical education through a campus led curriculum and clinical rotations at community-based hospitals and clinical sites throughout the region, with a strong emphasis on rural and medically underserved communities in the Appalachian and Delta regions. Students gain extensive hands-on experience in areas such as family medicine, internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, psychiatry, and osteopathic manipulative medicine. Students spend the majority of the year training in in-patient care at community hospitals—many with 100 to 400 beds—and in outpatient practices that provide robust primary care exposure. Under the supervision of faculty physicians, students actively assess and care for patients while developing the clinical confidence and adaptability needed to serve diverse populations. Year 4 During the fourth year, students build on this foundation through greater flexibility and elective rotations aligned with their career goals. Clinical training may include continued community-based experiences as well as exposure to academic health centers with established residency programs, preparing students for a wide range of practice settings and for a successful transition to residency. VCOM’s clinical education is delivered through a network of core hospitals and clinical partners across its four campuses. The following sites serve as the foundation of students’ third- and fourth-year clinical training.

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The rural health initiative pioneered by institutions like VCOM, which prioritizes training osteopathic physicians for [medically] underserved regions, has greatly inspired me to pursue this path. My upbringing in a region with physician shortages has given me a profound commitment to providing this care for my community. I understand the importance of localized care and the impact it can have on community health.”

Thomas Coffey ’27 VCOM Virginia, New River Valley Health Foundation Endowed Scholarship

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Alabama Region 1. Crestwood Medical Center, Huntsville, AL 2. Gadsden Regional Medical Center, Gadsden, AL 3. Helen Keller Hospital, Sheffield, AL 4. Grandview Medical Center, Birmingham, AL 5. East Alabama Medical Center, Opelika, AL 6. Russell Medical Center, Alexander City, AL 7. Medical Center Enterprise, Enterprise, AL 8. Christ Health (8a) / Cahaba (8b), Birmingham, AL 9. Thomas Hospital, Fairhope, AL Georgia Region 10. Piedmont Columbus Regional Medical Center, Columbus, GA Florida Region 11. HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital, Ft. Walton Beach, FL 12. HCA Orange Park Florida Hospital, Orange Park, FL

Mississippi Region 13. Magnolia Regional Health Center, Corinth, MS Additional VCOM Affiliated Veterans and Military Training Sites 14. Keesler Medical Center, Biloxi, MS 15. Martin Army Community Hospital, Fort Benning, GA 16. 633rd Medical Group Langley

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Eastern South Carolina Region 9. Aiken Regional Medical Centers, Aiken, SC 10. Roper St. Francis Healthcare, Charleston, SC 11. Grand Strand Medical Center HCA – South Atlantic, Myrtle Beach, SC Affiliated Training Sites 12. McLeod Regional Medical Center, Florence, SC Charlotte Area Carolinas Region 13. Piedmont Medical Center, Rock Hill, SC 14. MUSC Lancaster Medical Center, Lancaster, SC 15. CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, NC Florida Region 16. Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Vero Beach, FL

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Affiliated Sites in Rural Locations 11. Acadian Medical Center, Allegiance Health Management, Eunice, LA 12. Avoyelles Hospital, Marksville, LA 13. Byrd Regional, Leesville, LA 14. Minden Medical Center, Minden, LA 15. Franklin Medical Center, Winnsboro, LA 16. West Carroll Health System, Oak Grove, LA 17. Brentwood Hospital, Shreveport, LA 18. Ochsner LSU Health, Monroe, LA 19. Caldwell Memorial Hospital, Columbia, LA 20. Citizens Medical Center, Columbia, LA 21. Claiborne Memorial Medical Center, Homer, LA 22. Hardtner Medical Center, Olla, LA 23. LaSalle General Hospital, Jena, LA 24. Morehouse General Hospital, Bastrop, LA 25. Reeves Memorial Medical Center, Bernice, LA 26. Delhi Hospital, Delhi, LA 27. Union General Hospital, Farmerville, LA 28. Winn Parish Medical Center, Winnfield, LA 29. Chabert Medical Center, Houma, LA 30. CommuniHealth Services, Bastrop, LA

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Roanoke Valley Virginia Region 13. Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Roanoke, VA 14. LewisGale Medical Center - HCA Virginia, Salem, VA Affiliated Training Sites 15. LewisGale Hospital Alleghany - HCA Virginia, Low Moor, VA 16. Salem Veterans Medical Center, Salem, VA 17. Catawba Hospital, Catawba, VA Southside Virginia Region 18. Sovah Health - Danville Regional Medical Center, Danville, VA 19. Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital, South Boston, VA Eastern Virginia Region 20. Augusta Health, Fisherville, VA 21. Riverside Regional Medical Center, Newport News, VA 22. Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital, Onancock, VA Northern Virginia Region 23. Mary Washington Hospital, Fredericksburg, VA 24. Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Woodbridge, VA Affiliated Training Sites 25. Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center - HCA Virginia, Fredericksburg, VA

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North Carolina Region 26. W.G. “Bill” Hefner Veterans Hospital, Salisbury, NC Armed Forces and veterans Administration affiliated sites 27. 633rd Medical Group Langley Eustis Air Force Base, Hampton, VA 28. Kenner Army Health Clinic, Fort Lee, VA 29. Naval Medical Center at Portsmouth, Portsmouth, VA 30. Womack Army Medical Center, Fayetteville, NC Other Military Rotation Sites (not pictured) 31. Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD 32. Keesler Medical Center, Keesler Air Force Base, MS 33. Martin Army Community Hospital, Fort Benning, GA 34. Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, TX 35. Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, HI 36. Naval Hospital Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL

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Affiliated Programs

Graduate Medical Education C ompleting a medical degree is just one preparing professionals for a wide range of healthcare roles and partnering with organizations that share a commitment to serving rural and medically underserved communities. For these reasons, VCOM has developed graduate medical education (GME) programs and partnerships aligned with the College’s mission. GME includes residencies, fellowships, and other training that occurs after medical school. Physicians pursue fellowships following residency to gain advanced education in a specialty or subspecialty. These programs are accredited and monitored by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). step in becoming a fully qualified physician. Improving health access also requires VCOM partners with HCA LewisGale Hospital Mongomery in Virginia and Piedmont Columbus Regional - Midtown in Columbus, Georgia, to offer ACGME-accredited Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship programs at VCOM-Virginia and VCOM-Auburn. These programs train fellows to diagnose and manage athletic illnesses and injuries across all levels of competition, from Division I university athletes to high school and recreational participants. Fellows also conduct physicals and care for patients with sports-related injuries. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on clinical experience and the development of the medical knowledge, technical skills, professional judgment, and interpersonal abilities—all through an osteopathic lens—that are required for successful sports medicine practice. Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship

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Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine Residency Program The HCA Healthcare LewisGale Hospital Montgomery/VCOM Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal (ONMM) Residency Program (ACGME# 2755100002) at VCOM-Virginia offers the one-year residency pathway (ONMM3) after any prior residency and provides advanced training in pediatric and adult specialty level musculoskeletal assessment, with an emphasis on pain differential diagnosis, functional rehabilitation, diagnostic and therapeutic MSK ultrasound and manual medicine skills. The ONMM3 program provides the clinical and educational experiences necessary for residents to develop advanced diagnostic, psychomotor, interpersonal, and professional skills. VCOM faculty support residents as they progressively assume responsibility for patient care. The program emphasizes osteopathic philosophy, anatomy, and physiology while also fostering academic and research development, preparing graduates for leadership, teaching, and research roles in the field.

Athletic partners include Virginia Tech, Radford University, Roanoke College, Tuskegee University and Auburn University. VCOM Sports Medicine Fellow Accomplishments Graduates of VCOM’s sports medicine fellowship programs have gone on to serve as physicians for the United States Ski Team, USA Gymnastics, the United States Paralympic Team, NFL teams, USA Water Polo, professional wrestling organizations, and other professional sports groups. Others serve as collegiate and high school team physicians, caring for athletes in sports such as football, basketball, and many others. Most maintain practices that treat not only elite athletes, but also a broad range of recreational athletes. In addition to their clinical work, many fellows have served as leaders and advocates within organizations like the American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine, the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, the American College of Sports Medicine, and the American Osteopathic Association, as well as specialty colleges and state organizations. They also contribute to medical education as program directors, assistant directors, osteopathic directors, and faculty members, helping train the next generation of sports medicine physicians.