LECOM Health Releases Economic Impact Report
Thursday, 22 February 2024
The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) recently celebrated its 30th Anniversary since its establishment as the 16th college of osteopathic medicine in December of 1992. To mark this milestone, LECOM commissioned Tripp Umbach to conduct a study of LECOM Health’s economic impact on its community, state, and the nation. Highlights of th... Read More »
LECOM’s Hunter-Pettersen Named to City & State Pennsylvania’s 2023 Impact 75 List
Tuesday, 19 December 2023
LECOM is proud to announce that faculty member Dr. Teresa Hunter-Pettersen has been named an honoree of this year’s City & State Pennsylvania Impact 75. The list is comprised of citizens who have helped to make communities in the Commonwealth more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous. To be selected for the Impact 75 list, nominees must be consi... Read More »
LECOM is Featured on National TV Broadcast
Tuesday, 10 October 2023
“The Balancing Act” airing on Lifetime showcases LECOM and highlights the college’s impact on osteopathic medicine over the past 30 years Erie, Pa. – The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) was the subject of a segment that originally aired October 4th at 7:30 a.m. ET on the “The Balancing Act,” a nationally televised morning ... Read More »
Elmira College and LECOM Launch Accelerated 6-Year BS to DO Program
Sunday, 4 June 2023
Elmira College (EC) and Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) - Elmira partnered to launch a unique, dual admission accelerated six-year Bachelor of Science (BS) to Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program. By leveraging the close proximity and collaboration between EC and LECOM, this accelerated six-year program will reduce the time s... Read More »
LECOM Holds Commencement Ceremonies for 27th Graduating Class
Saturday, 3 June 2023
1,098 degrees are being conferred across all LECOM campuses ERIE, Pa. (May 28, 2023) – The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) will hold commencement ceremonies in Erie, Pennsylvania and Bradenton, Florida for their 27th graduating class since the school’s inception in 1992. Ceremonies are being held on May 28th at Erie Insurance ... Read More »
LECOM Launches Master of Science in Nursing Program
Thursday, 1 June 2023
16-course program is being offered entirely online ERIE, Pa. (June 1, 2023) – The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) is now accepting applications for their Master of Science in Nursing program, the first nursing program to ever be offered by the school. The first cohort of registered nurses (RNs) will start January 16, 2024st. ... Read More »
U.S. News & World Report Ranks LECOM Among 2023-2024 Best Graduate Schools for Primary Care
Monday, 15 May 2023
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) has been ranked No. 84 among the 2023-2024 Best Graduate Schools Medical Schools: Primary Care by U.S. News & World Report. Designed for prospective students looking to further their education beyond college, the Best Graduate Schools rankings evaluate programs in a variety of disciplines, includi... Read More »
LECOM Provost, Dr. Silvia M. Ferretti, Honored by the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine
Wednesday, 3 May 2023
Dr. Ferretti received the Robert A. Kistner Award in recognition of her significant contributions to osteopathic medical education ERIE, Pa. (April 30, 2023) – Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) provost, Dr. Silvia M. Ferretti, D.O. was recently awarded the Robert A. Kistner Award from the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathi... Read More »
LECOM Health Breaks Ground on New Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit
Saturday, 25 March 2023
Two-story addition will add 34,000 square feet to Millcreek Community Hospital ERIE, Pa. (March 23, 2023) – LECOM Health officials announced the groundbreaking of a 34,000 square-foot addition to the Millcreek Community Hospital that will create a new emergency department and intensive care unit. The announcement was made today during a ceremony at... Read More »
LECOM Pharmacy Students Plan Series of Events to Educate the Community on Prescription Drug Adherence
Wednesday, 8 March 2023
“Script Your Future Campaign” includes free educational events, Drug Take Back Day scheduled for March 18 ERIE, Pa. (March 7, 2023) – Students from the LECOM School of Pharmacy are hosting a campaign throughout March to raise awareness about the importance of taking medications as directed to properly manage health problems. The “Script Yo... Read More »
