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Pharmacist Weighs In on New Wegovy Pill

January 30, 2026

With FDA approval of an oral GLP-1 option, Dr. Matthew Holt explains what the shift means for patients and prescribers.

Healing After Harm: Rebuilding Hope One Story at a Time

January 30, 2026

Mental Health Counseling student Oronde McClain (MS ’27) turns lived experience into advocacy, supporting gun violence survivors through PCOM’s SHELTER program.

What Forensic Pathologists Really Do (Debunking TV Myths)

January 29, 2026

PCOM's Dr. McDonald debunks some of the common myths perpetuated by crime shows and to explain the realities of being a forensic pathologist.

PCOM Georgia Enhances Pharmacy Curriculum with Simulation Operations

January 28, 2026

The PharmD program is elevating experiential learning through simulation exercises and standardized patient encounters.

Progress Isn't Linear: A DPT Student Embraces a Whole-Person Approach

January 28, 2026

Reese Stokes' rotation experience highlights how empathy and communication can significantly impact patient outcomes.

How One Medical Student is Speaking the Language of Care

January 27, 2026

As she prepares for residency, fourth-year student Addison Brearton (DO '26) reflects on an impactful Medical Spanish elective in Ecuador.

Partnership with GSMST Opens Doors For Future Healthcare Leaders

January 26, 2026

Now in its fourth year, PCOM Georgia's internship program with a local school allows high schoolers to receive training in health-related fields.

Rotator Cuff Soreness or Injury? An Expert Weighs In

January 23, 2026

PT faculty member Dr. Scott Lowe explains how rotator cuff tears can present differently and offers potential treatment options.

PCOM Study Links Medical Cannabis Use to Lasting Improvements in Sleep

January 22, 2026

Megan Short and Michelle Lent, PhD, explain the research among adults who reported poor sleep quality before starting medical cannabis.

PCOM Research at Forefront of Osteopathic Medical Education, Study Finds

January 20, 2026

According to a recent study, PCOM tied for the highest number of top-cited research articles in osteopathic medical education over a 45-year span.

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