What Future Pharmacists Should Know Before Choosing a School
Thursday, 14 May 2026
Key Takeaways Not all pharmacy programs are structured the same. Format, timeline, and support systems vary widely. Key factors include accreditation, faculty access, clinical experience, tuition, and long-term flexibility. LECOM offers three Pharm.D. pathways that serve different learning styles and life circumstances. Students should cho... Read More »
Can You Really Earn a Pharm.D. Online? Here’s What to Expect
Wednesday, 6 May 2026
Key Takeaways LECOM offers a full-time, accredited Pharm.D. program through its Distance Education Pathway. Most coursework is completed online with structured weekly schedules and live sessions. Students attend campus twice for hands-on labs and exams: once after year one and again after year three. The program is ideal for students who... Read More »
Pharmacy School Debt Guide: How to Choose a Program Without Taking On Huge Loans
Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Key Takeaways The average pharmacy school graduate in the U.S. carries over $170,000 in student loan debt. Choosing an affordable school can reduce long-term financial pressure. Program length, tuition, location, and curriculum structure all impact total cost. LECOM offers three cost-effective Pharm.D. pathways with some of the lowest tuit... Read More »
From LECOM to Neurosurgery: Dr. Giorgio Rotoli’s Path in a Highly Competitive Field
Sunday, 19 April 2026
Dr. Giorgio Rotoli, a graduate of Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, is a partner at New Jersey Brain and Spine, a multidisciplinary neurosurgical practice in New Jersey, where he brings an osteopathic, patient-centered philosophy to his work in neurosurgery. As a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine entering neurosurgery, one of the most competiti... Read More »
Ronald Corti to Be Honored with Doctor of Science, Honoris Causa, from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Friday, 17 April 2026
A few weeks hence, the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) will confer the degree of Doctor of Science, honoris causa, upon Ronald Corti, recognizing a distinguished career in healthcare leadership defined by operational excellence, financial stewardship, and an enduring commitment to patient care and medical education. The honorary deg... Read More »
Three-Year, Four-Year, or Online: Which Pharm.D. Pathway Fits You Best?
Wednesday, 15 April 2026
Key Takeaways A Three-Year Accelerated Pharm.D. Pathway helps you begin your pharmacy career faster, while saving a year of graduate school tuition. A Four-Year Florida Pharm.D. Pathway offers a traditional semester-based program with more time off. A Distance Education Pharm.D. Pathway allows students to complete most coursework online wit... Read More »
From Policy to Practice: LECOM is Driving America’s Shift to Preventive Health Care
Tuesday, 14 April 2026
The selection of the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) as the site for the April 14, 2026, Field Hearing of the House Committee on Ways and Means Health Subcommittee was far from incidental, indeed it underscores the burgeoning national influence of LECOM at the intersection of medical education, policy innovation, and patient-centered c... Read More »
LECOM Celebrates Sports Scholarship Day
Saturday, 11 April 2026
The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) marked its annual Sports Scholarship Day this spring with celebrations at its Bradenton and Erie campuses, recognizing the impact of its valued professional sports partnerships. On March 28, 2026, the Bradenton campus honored 65 student recipients in the presence of representatives from the Atlant... Read More »
LECOM Student Scholarship Spotlight
Thursday, 9 April 2026
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) congratulates second-year medical student, Gideon Schamberger, on his recent scholarly achievement. Schamberger presented a research poster entitled, Using a Molecular Testing Algorithm for Surveillance of Vector-Borne Pathogens in Ticks from Monroe County, New York, at the 89th Annual Florida Academy... Read More »
LECOM Again Recognized in U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools 2026 Rankings
Tuesday, 7 April 2026
ERIE, PA –– Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) has once again earned recognition in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Graduate Schools 2026 rankings, released today. The recognition reaffirms LECOM’s standing as a national leader in producing physicians who serve primary care and rural communities across the country. In the m... Read More »
Directed Study Pathway at LECOM: How Independent Learning Works in Medical School
Thursday, 19 March 2026
Article by: Sarah McCarthy, Ph.D. Key Takeaways Directed Study is independent, but it is highly structured and faculty-guided. DSP is best suited for students with strong time management skills who are comfortable learning from textbooks. Flexibility in DSP comes from how students organize their day, not from fewer expectations. Account... Read More »
Medical Education Is Not One-Size-Fits-All: Choosing Your Pathway at LECOM
Monday, 16 March 2026
Article by: Jonathon K. Kalmey, Ph.D. Key Takeaways Multiple Learning Pathways: LECOM offers three primary pathways for the first two years of medical school – the Lecture-Discussion Pathway (LDP), Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Pathway, and Directed Study Pathway (DSP) – each catering to different learning styles. All pathways cover the same ... Read More »
Lecture-Discussion Pathway at LECOM: Structured Learning, Faculty Guidance, and Building a Strong Medical Foundation
Thursday, 12 March 2026
Article by: Jack R. Lee, Ph.D. Key Takeaways The Lecture-Discussion Pathway provides a structured, faculty-led learning environment similar to what many students experienced in undergraduate education. LDP offers consistent schedules, regularly scheduled courses, and in-person engagement with faculty across foundational medical sciences. T... Read More »
Why Problem-Based Learning Works: Preparing Students for Medicine the Way Medicine Is Practiced
Monday, 9 March 2026
Article by: David M. Duriancik, Ph.D. Key Takeaways Problem-Based Learning is challenging, but it is absolutely manageable for motivated students. PBL teaches students how to identify what they do not know and learn it independently, a critical skill for lifelong medical practice. Learning in PBL happens in context, not in isolation, which... Read More »
What the Directed Study Pathway Is Like at LECOM
Tuesday, 3 March 2026
The Directed Study Pathway is built for students who prefer independence but still want structure, accountability, and faculty support. At Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, this pathway allows students to manage their own schedules for independent learning while following clear expectations, learning objectives, scheduled weekly meetings and... Read More »
What Problem-Based Learning Is Like in Medical School
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Problem-Based Learning, often called PBL, represents a different way of approaching medical education. Rather than relying primarily on lectures, students learn through guided clinical cases, discussion, and independent preparation. At Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, the Problem-Based Learning Pathway is designed for students who learn bes... Read More »
What the Lecture Discussion Pathway Is Like at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Medical School
Monday, 26 January 2026
When students ask what medical school is really like, many are asking a more specific question than they realize. They are asking what their days will look like, how learning will be delivered, and whether the structure will support their ability to keep up with the pace. The Lecture-Based, or Lecture Discussion Pathway, at LECOM is designed for stud... Read More »
How Medical School Learning Pathways Work at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Thursday, 15 January 2026
Choosing a medical school is not only about where you are accepted. It is about how you will learn, how you will spend your days, and how well the educational environment supports your ability to succeed. At LECOM, students complete the same rigorous medical curriculum through different learning pathways. Each pathway is designed to support different... Read More »
LECOM at Seton Hill Scholars Make Generous Donation to Student Scholarship Fund
Friday, 2 August 2024
Recognizing the importance of nurturing the future of healthcare education and the need to educate scholars who follow in their footsteps, Student Government Association (SGA) students at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) at Seton Hill were proud to donate $5,000 to the LECOM Student Scholarship Fund. These important resources wil... Read More »
LECOM at Seton Hill Scholar Enters National Multiple Sclerosis Society Medical Student Mentorship Program
Tuesday, 30 July 2024
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) at Seton Hill first-year student, Ahmed Nahian, has been selected for the competitive National Multiple Sclerosis Society Medical Student Mentorship Program This prestigious Program is designed to identify and nurture future leaders in the advancement and understanding of comprehensive treatment of Mu... Read More »
