Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

"I really believe in the mission of supporting osteopathic students and protecting the profession's identity." said David Kuo, DO '96, associate dean of graduate medical education at PCOM and recently-appointed chair of the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME).

"NBOME has given me an opportunity to advocate for future generations of osteopathic physicians while also representing PCOM on a national level."

In a recent Q&A, Dr. Kuo shares his thoughts on osteopathic medical education, reflects on his journey and gave advice to this year's graduating residents.

Click the link to learn more! https://tinyurl.com/2s4ckup9

From residents to leaders in healthcare! 🥼🩺

PCOM’s Department of Graduate Medical Education (GME) proudly celebrates the achievements of its residency graduates at the 2026 Residency Graduation Ceremony. Here’s to the next chapter in their journey as physicians and the impact they will make in patient care.

PCOM honors and celebrates Juneteenth—the day marking the end of slavery in the United States. It was on June 19, 1865, that Union soldiers, led by General Gordon Granger, landed at Galveston, Texas with news that the American Civil War had ended and that the enslaved were now free–more than two years after Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation that freed slaves.

Regular college operations will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

Read more about the history of Freedom Day
➡️ https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/moments/juneteenth

Learn about Juneteenth celebrations around Philadelphia
➡️ https://juneteenthphilly.org/

Medical school experience packed into one unforgettable week!

PCOM's Opportunities Academy gives local high schoolers the chance to explore careers in healthcare through interactive educational games, hands-on experiences, simulation training, CPR training, anatomy experiences and mentorship from healthcare students and professionals.

Click the link to learn more about PCOM's Opportunities Academy! https://tinyurl.com/ytu4ptf6

This Wednesday, second-year DO students Ariana Ruffin (DO '29) and Ellie Koerner (DO '29) will be taking over our Instagram Story to showcase a day at PCOM's Opportunities Academy!

Follow along at https://www.instagram.com/pcomeducation/ to get a behind-the-scenes look at Opportunities Academy.

“My patients are my daily reminder of why I went into medicine.”

Arielle Worth, MS/Biomed ’15, DO ’21, RES ’26, made the most of every opportunity—from earning multiple degrees to cofounding and serving as vice president of the PCOM Global Surgery Group and serving as vice president of the PCOM Association of Women Surgeons. Her time at PCOM also included service work, academic growth and hands-on training.

Click the link to learn more about her medical journey! https://tinyurl.com/3c57n452

Did you know the United States Army was founded in Philadelphia in 1775? 🇺🇸

Clinical Associate Professor Robert Bassett, DO ‘06, FAAEM, FACEP, FACMT, shares his experience in military medicine as part of PCOM's partnership with 52 Weeks of Firsts during America’s 250th anniversary—highlighting the impact of caring for those who serve and the meaning it brings to his work.

“I originally thought I’d leave the Army after my scholarship commitment. More than 20 years later, I’m still serving because of the camaraderie, shared purpose, and privilege of caring for people willing to put their lives on the line for our country. Honestly, I probably get more out of it than I give.”

Through organizations like PCOM’s Student Association of Military Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (SAMOPS), students carry that legacy forward preparing to serve both their patients and their country.

Exploring the path to med school! 🩺🥼

PCOM’s Campus and Community Partnership (CCP) hosted PADMed with a day of learning. Students explored the admissions process, toured campus and heard from Dr. Noto-Bell about the origins of osteopathic medicine and the use of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT).

Powered by appreciation (and maybe a few desserts)!

Today, PCOM Human Resources celebrated our faculty and staff with Employee Appreciation Day—complete with food trucks, games, sweet treats and free PCOM merch. A day to relax, connect and enjoy some well-earned fun together.