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Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program
![Pearson to Lead Biomedical Sciences at PCOM Georgia]()
Pearson to Lead Biomedical Sciences at PCOM Georgia
July 13, 2026
PCOM Georgia has appointed Phillip Pearson, PhD, as the new Chair of Biomedical Sciences for the osteopathic medicine program.
![Preparing Surgical Residents for the Future of Surgery]()
Preparing Surgical Residents for the Future of Surgery
July 8, 2026
Lindsey Perea, DO '13, explains how surgical training is evolving as PCOM balances emerging technology with patient-centered care.
![New Class of DO Students Welcomed in South Georgia]()
New Class of DO Students Welcomed in South Georgia
July 2, 2026
Incoming DO students began their medical education at PCOM South Georgia with orientation, clinical milestones and community service projects.
![PCOM Georgia Student Publishes Children's Book on Glaucoma]()
PCOM Georgia Student Publishes Children's Book on Glaucoma
June 26, 2026
Wendee Duong (DO '27) shares her glaucoma journey through a children's book about bravery, eye health and medical adherence.
![Q&A with David Kuo, DO '96, Chair of the NBOME Board of Directors]()
Q&A with David Kuo, DO '96, Chair of the NBOME Board of Directors
June 17, 2026
The PCOM alum and faculty member reflects on his appointment as chair of the NBOME Board of Directors and the future of osteopathic medical education.
![PCOM DO Student Raises Awareness of E-Bike Injuries]()
PCOM DO Student Raises Awareness of E-Bike Injuries
June 8, 2026
Med student Tiffany Jackson (DO '28) advocates for child e-bike safety through education, outreach and injury prevention efforts.
![Pain to Purpose: Worth Finds Success Through Life-Altering Experiences]()
Pain to Purpose: Worth Finds Success Through Life-Altering Experiences
June 8, 2026
After years of training at PCOM, Arielle Worth is ready to bring skilled, patient-centered surgical care to her community.
![Abdul Walters Reflects on His PCOM Medical Training Journey]()
Abdul Walters Reflects on His PCOM Medical Training Journey
June 4, 2026
Abdul A. Walters, MS/Biomed '16, DO '20, RES '26, prepares to continue his surgical training through a critical care and trauma fellowship.
![PCOM and Cobbs Creek Foundation Foster Community Engagement]()
PCOM and Cobbs Creek Foundation Foster Community Engagement
June 2, 2026
Students, faculty, staff and alumni participated in a Community Day that focused on promoting various areas of health and wellness.
![Benjamin Jorgensen (DO '29) Finds His Fit at PCOM Georgia]()
Benjamin Jorgensen (DO '29) Finds His Fit at PCOM Georgia
June 2, 2026
After applying later than most, Benjamin Jorgensen (DO '29) found his place at PCOM Georgia and began his journey toward becoming a physician.
![PCOM Student Honored by American Academy of Osteopathy]()
PCOM Student Honored by American Academy of Osteopathy
May 22, 2026
Lauren Lussier (DO '27) was recognized for an OMM case presentation highlighting osteopathic manipulative treatment.
![PCOM South Georgia Expands Rural Health Training Initiatives]()
PCOM South Georgia Expands Rural Health Training Initiatives
May 8, 2026
PCOM South Georgia strengthens rural health education with new partnerships, experiential learning and a Rural Health Track Certificate.
![Newly Engaged DO Couple Match Together for Residency Training]()
Newly Engaged DO Couple Match Together for Residency Training
May 8, 2026
PCOM South Georgia graduates John Buford, DO '26, and Kylie Parrish, DO '26, matched together while pursuing careers in family medicine and cardiology.
![PCOM South Georgia DO Student Pursues Rural Family Medicine]()
PCOM South Georgia DO Student Pursues Rural Family Medicine
May 6, 2026
Teighlor Ashburn, DO '26, found purpose in rural medicine at PCOM South Georgia and will continue serving communities in the area.
![Daniel Burke, DO '26, Reflects on PCOM Georgia Journey]()
Daniel Burke, DO '26, Reflects on PCOM Georgia Journey
May 1, 2026
Burke recounts his time at PCOM Georgia and shares excitement for his next step as a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) resident at Emory University.
![PCOM Grad Heads to UPMC Children's Hospital]()
PCOM Grad Heads to UPMC Children's Hospital
April 28, 2026
Claire Shemon, DO '26, reflects on her PCOM journey as she prepares for pediatrics residency and a career in cardiology.
![DO Graduate Turns Loss Into Purpose in Medicine]()
DO Graduate Turns Loss Into Purpose in Medicine
April 28, 2026
Lauren Bowser, DO '26, transforms adversity into strength as she prepares for a career in patient-centered care.
![PCOM DO Student Joe Williams Inspires Through Service and Resilience]()
PCOM DO Student Joe Williams Inspires Through Service and Resilience
April 28, 2026
Joe Williams, DO '26, shares his journey, inspired by resilience and a passion for improving mental health care in underserved areas.
![PCOM Study Questions Routine Blood Draws in Children With ASD]()
PCOM Study Questions Routine Blood Draws in Children With ASD
April 22, 2026
PCOM study finds routine blood draws rarely impact care for children with ASD, raising ethical concerns and the need for patient-centered practices.
![PCOM Study Explores How Cannabis-based Therapy Reduces Chronic Neuropathic Pain]()
PCOM Study Explores How Cannabis-based Therapy Reduces Chronic Neuropathic Pain
April 15, 2026
Medical students published an early look at how cannabis-based therapies may improve analgesia, sleep and daily functioning for patients.
