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Standing on her Shoulders: Celebrating Meta L. Christy, DO, and African American Alumnae Trailblazers

February 16, 2021

Seven PCOM alumnae share their experiences as African American female doctors, health professionals and leaders.

PCOM Georgia Plans Healthcare Camp for High Schoolers

February 11, 2021

The free summer program allows Atlanta area youth to explore healthcare careers while being mentored by PCOM Georgia students and faculty.

Local Physicians Discuss the State of the Black Male in Medicine

January 22, 2021

Robert Walker, PhD, associate professor of physiology, led a panel of local physicians discussing Black men in medicine.

PCOM Receives Insight Into Diversity 2020 HEED Award

December 3, 2020

This award recognizes U.S. colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion.

PCOM Hosts Dr. Barbara Ross-Lee for Event Honoring Meta Christy, DO '21

October 26, 2020

Health policy expert Barbara Ross-Lee, DO, joined PCOM for a virtual event honoring Meta Christy, DO '21, the nation's first African American osteopathic physician.

Student Committee Designs Medical Spanish Curriculum

October 6, 2020

A four part virtual series will teach medical students and faculty members using online lectures, group practice and tutors.

Diversity Event Addresses Racism and Health Disparities

October 2, 2020

The second part of the virtual event included a roundtable discussion with five former US Surgeons General.

Four Named to LMSA Regional Board

October 1, 2020

Three PCOM Georgia students and one alumni were elected to the Southeast Regional Latino Medical Student Association Executive Board.

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