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Bidey Inducted as Fellow of the College of Physicians of Philadelphia

May 14, 2025

Dean and chief academic officer Peter Bidey, DO '08, joins other distinguished physicians and public health leaders in the Spring 2025 Fellowship class.

What is Neurodiversity? Understanding the Spectrum of Cognitive Ability

May 12, 2025

PCOM's Dr. Ruta Clair shares strategies to create affirming, inclusive health care for neurodiverse patients through empathy and whole-person understanding.

OMM Professor Detects Student's Possible Autoimmune Condition

April 29, 2025

During an OMM lab, PCOM student Alyssa Salera's professor sensed signs of lupus through touch, highlighting the diagnostic power of hands-on osteopathic care.

Brian Mann Named Interim Dean, School of Health Professions and Sciences

February 5, 2025

Dr. Mann, appointed interim dean of PCOM's School of Health Professions and Sciences, brings leadership in healthcare education and simulation training.

Osteopathic Medicine and Military Service

October 25, 2024

PCOM's Robert Bassett, DO '06, discusses his extensive experience in military medicine and why so many DOs serve in the armed forces.

Parental Mental Health Advisory: Expert Reaction From Dr. Bonacquisti

October 14, 2024

The U.S. Surgeon General urges support for parents' mental health. PCOM's Dr. Alexa Bonacquisti shares expert insights on the advisory's impact.

Joan Grzybowski Appointed Chair of AOBFP

September 19, 2024

Joan Grzybowski, DO '87, will oversee certification for 13,000+ osteopathic family physicians as chair of the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians.

Becker Named ACOFP Osteopathic Family Medicine Educator of the Year

May 2, 2024

Michael A. Becker, DO '87, was honored as the 2024 Osteopathic Family Medicine Educator of the Year by the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians.

Exploring the Journal of Integrated Primary Care

March 4, 2024

Dr. Lent and Dr. DiTomasso joined the PCOM Perspectives podcast to discuss the recently published free, open-access Journal of Integrated Primary Care.

Making a Difference Through Teaching, Research and Service

February 16, 2024

Cathy J. Hatcher, PhD, a passionate scientist, actively supports students of all backgrounds, acknowledging the importance of representation in academia.

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