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![Exploring the Journal of Integrated Primary Care]()
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.
!['When the Mountain Is High, Climb It']()
'When the Mountain Is High, Climb It'
February 12, 2024
Dr. Kerri Newton shares how her upbringing and values shape her commitment to mental health advocacy and breaking down barriers in counseling.
![Melissa Terlecki, PhD, Appointed Dean of PCOM’s School of Professional and Applied Psychology]()
Melissa Terlecki, PhD, Appointed Dean of PCOM’s School of Professional and Applied Psychology
January 23, 2024
Melissa "Missy" Terlecki, PhD, has been appointed dean of the School of Professional and Applied Psychology at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
![How to Cope When the Holidays Aren't So Jolly]()
How to Cope When the Holidays Aren't So Jolly
December 18, 2023
Jay S. Feldstein, DO ‘81, and Lisa Corbin, PhD, LPC, NCC, discussed the impact of the holidays on mental health and ways to cope with difficult feelings.
![PCOM Publishes First Issue of Journal of Integrated Primary Care]()
PCOM Publishes First Issue of Journal of Integrated Primary Care
December 15, 2023
The peer-reviewed scientific journal aims to grow the evidence base related to primary care professional education, practice and intervention.
![Philadelphia Union Foundation Launches Youth Mental Health Awareness Initiative, HeadFirst]()
Philadelphia Union Foundation Launches Youth Mental Health Awareness Initiative, HeadFirst
October 11, 2023
In collaboration with PCOM and Independence Blue Cross, the mental health initiative provides mental health resources to area kids, coaches, and parents.
!['Embracing Your Whole Self': Reflections on Latino Representation]()
'Embracing Your Whole Self': Reflections on Latino Representation
October 6, 2023
Renata Brito-Cherrin (PsyD '28) shares how she didn't really start to thrive until she was able to accept every part of her identity.
![Dr. Leslie Fernandez and the Village That Raised Her]()
Dr. Leslie Fernandez and the Village That Raised Her
September 15, 2023
Following the loss of her father and brother, Leslie Fernandez, PsyD ‘20, found strength and purpose through the support of her community.
![How Healthcare Professionals can Support Patients through Pregnancy Loss]()
How Healthcare Professionals can Support Patients through Pregnancy Loss
September 12, 2023
Alexa Bonacquisti, PhD, and Kristen Hawk-Purcell, PsyD '23, presented to PCOM students about ways to approach this experience with their patients.
![Positive Psychology and Preventing Burnout in Medical Residents]()
Positive Psychology and Preventing Burnout in Medical Residents
June 22, 2023
The Master of Applied Positive Psychology Program at PCOM is tackling the well-documented problem of burnout among medical residents.
