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COMP & COMP-NW: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
We, at the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and COMP-Northwest, remain committed to ushering a new generation of osteopathic physicians who serve their patients with purpose, passion, and proficiency. The faculty and staff at both campuses inspire a shared vision of a student-centered, inter-professional approach to learning with a meaningful emphasis on humanistic health care. We strive to model the way for our students and alumni by being leaders in our profession, our communities, and in the realm of academia. Today’s advanced technology and the ever-growing body of medical knowledge continue to move COMP and COMP-Northwest into a new era of medicine. A vigorous desire to heal combined with their strong medical education makes our students stand apart from the rest. Our students thrive in a culture of patient-focused care because they practice on a foundation of professionalism, benevolence, and respect. They understand that while they practice the art of medicine with their heads, they must never forget to use their hearts.
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Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine California & Oregon
Western University of Health Sciences (°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±app) welcomes international students and their families to our diverse university community.
International Student Services (ISS) is responsible for providing support and assistance in immigration advising, maintaining immigration status, maintaining information and documents on foreign students and their dependents in the Student and exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), staying current with rules and regulations and interpreting and applying the rules and regulations set forth by the Department of Homeland Security.
Western University of Health Sciences has approval from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to certify students eligible to receive VA educational benefits. The School Certifying Officials that are located on the Pomona, California campus assist all students who receive VA educational benefits. We cannot assist you with determining your eligibility for benefits.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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Upcoming Events
Thursday, September 12 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
Monday, September 16 at 6:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
Join us for a Zoom presentation on the °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±app COMP and COMP-Northwest curriculum. Dr. Talbot, Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs, will speak on the systems based approach used during the first two years of medical school, along with information on Interprofessional Education, Service Learning and more. Next, Dr. Cook, Director of Clinical Education, will speak on the clinical third and fourth year rotations and the pathway on to residency. The faculty presenters will be joined by medical students who will share their insights and experiences, followed by a Q&A session with the audience.
Thursday, September 19 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
Thursday, September 26 at 3:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
Wednesday, October 2 at 5:30 PM Pacific Standard Time
Join the COMP-Northwest WC4BL club for a workshop on medical school interviews. We will be providing tips and tricks to prepare you for your future interviews. We will have current medical students ready to answer your questions and share their perspectives. WEDO = WC4BL (White Coats for Black Lives) Enhancing Diversity in Osteopathy. Our mission is to support students from diverse backgrounds on their paths to medicine.
Tuesday, October 15 at 6:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
Prospective students and accepted students are invited to join Paul Aversano, DO and Neurologist. He’ll be talking about medicine, what it’s like to be a physician, and how to think and correlate with case presentations. Dr. Paul Aversano graduated Des Moines University with a DO degree and then completed his residency in neurology at the Cleveland Clinic Hospitals. He practiced neurology in Portland, OR. for 25 years while also teaching and mentoring °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±app grads from its inception in 1978. He was part of the founding faculty of COMP-Northwest, and though retired often participates in clinical discussions with the Student Interest Group in Neurology and lectures in the Foundations of Medicine (FOM) 8 course in the COMP/COMP-Northwest curriculum.
Saturday, November 2 at 9:00 AM Pacific Standard Time
Prospective students, accepted students into the DO2029 class, and their guests are invited to visit °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±app COMP-Northwest in Lebanon, Oregon for this half-day event. This on-site event will showcase a number of activities from our hands on curriculum, a med student panel, the option of a general tour of the school and includes lunch and snacks. Accepted students will spend the day together getting know some of their future cohort. Rotating sessions will include sessions like: Stitching and Suturing, Ultrasound Demo, Actor Patient Communication, SIM Lab, OMM Demo & Anatomy Lab. Check-in will take place from 9am-9:30am, and the event will conclude between 1-2pm. If you have any dietary restrictions, please click here to provide that information.Dietary Restrictions for November 2nd COMP-Northwest Preview Day and Class Klatch (office.com)
Wednesday, November 6 at 5:30 PM Pacific Standard Time
Please join WEDO at COMP-Northwest on Zoom for a mock session of multiple miniature interviews. This is great practice as you go through several MMI rounds with current medical students and receive feedback on your interview skills! All are welcome to sign-up, but preference will be given to those currently in the application cycle. Interview confirmation will be sent out one week before the event. WEDO = WC4BL (White Coats for Black Lives) Enhancing Diversity in Osteopathy. Our mission is to support students from diverse backgrounds on their paths to medicine.
Saturday, November 16 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time
Get to know °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±app, our programs, and our community. Choose your program of interest and join us on our Pomona, California campus to: – Hear directly from our president and faculty members about program curriculum and highlights – Explore our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences – Participate in hands-on, interactive workshops – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success