Capstone/Graduation of LECOM-Bradenton Research Internship Program
Thursday, 30 July 2026
Congratulations to the second-year medical students at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM Bradenton) campus on successfully completing the one-year Research Internship Program. During the recently held Capstone Event and Commencement Ceremony, LECOM proudly recognized their hard work, dedication, intellectual curiosity, and commitme... Read More »
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Scholars Pioneering New Frontiers in Osteosarcoma Treatment
A groundbreaking new publication entitled, Targeting Signaling Cascades by Bioactive Phytocompounds in Osteosarcoma: A Novel Therapeutic Approach, has been published in the esteemed journal Pharmacology and Therapeutics (Impact Factor: 12.5) by Elsevier. This article represents an impressive achievement, not only for cancer research, but also for t... Read More »
New 24-Month LECOM Master of Health Services Administration (MHSA) Program
In May 2025, the 50-credit, 24-month LECOM Master of Health Services Administration (MHSA) Program received recognition from the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) and earned national distinction through its ranking by U.S. News & World Report. These achievements reflect the rigorous academic standards of the Pr... Read More »
LECOM Scholars Probe Targeting Signaling Cascades by Bioactive Phytocompounds in Osteosarcoma
The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) proudly recognizes the publication of a significant scholarly review entitled, Targeting Signaling Cascades by Bioactive Phytocompounds in Osteosarcoma: A Novel Therapeutic Approach, in the prestigious journal Pharmacology and Therapeutics, published by Elsevier. The journal is recognized interna... Read More »
Colonial Family Pharmacy Expands Access to Care with New Albion Location
LECOM Health continues to strengthen its commitment to community-centered healthcare with the opening of a new Colonial Family Pharmacy location in Albion, Pennsylvania. On June 10, 2026, community leaders, healthcare professionals, and residents gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the newest pharmacy at 210 E. State St., Suite 2. Th... Read More »
LECOM Pulse Spotlight: Proteomic Applications in Virology
The Pulse is pleased to highlight the work of Dr. Timothy Daniel Veenstra, a globally recognized leader in Proteomics whose research has significantly advanced our understanding of viral biology and host-pathogen interactions. His latest volume, Proteomic Applications in Virology, published by Springer as part of the Advances in Experimental Medicine... Read More »
A Legacy of Service: John and Kristin Malady Establish New Scholarship to Support Future LECOM Scholars
LECOM has long been shaped by individuals whose commitment to service extends far beyond the classroom. Among these champions of osteopathic medicine stand John and Kristin Malady - steadfast advocates, generous supporters, and passionate voices for the profession on Capitol Hill. Their newest contribution, a scholarship designed to support future ... 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 »
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 »
A Proud Partnership for Protection and Community
Friday, 27 March 2026
In communities across America, the strongest bonds are forged when neighbors stand together with a shared purpose. That spirit of unity and service is shining brightly in Corry, Pennsylvania, where LECOM Health Corry Memorial Hospital (CMH) and the City of Corry Police Department have announced a powerful new partnership dedicated to safeguarding both p... Read More »
Advancing Insight into Dance-Related Musculoskeletal Injury
Second year LECOM scholar, Elise Beltram, recently contributed meaningful scholarship to the field of dance medicine through the presentation of her research poster entitled, Biomechanical Risk Factors of Hip and Knee Injuries in Dancers, at the American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA) Region 4 Conference, held on January 17 in Tallahassee, Florida... Read More »
Ringing in the Lunar New Year: LECOM APAMSA – Community, Culture, and Celebration
On February 16, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) students gathered in celebration of the Lunar New Year at the Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association, (APAMSA) annual holiday event - an evening filled with vibrant conversation, comforting food, and a welcome pause from the rigors of academic life. The event brought togethe... Read More »
A Small Berry, A Large Promise: Celebrating LECOM Leadership in Innovative Oncology Research
In the evolving landscape of integrative oncology, where quality of life is increasingly recognized as a clinical imperative, unexpected allies are drawing serious scientific attention. One such ally, Synsepalum Dulcificum, more commonly known as “the miracle berry,” takes center stage in a recent scholarly publication in Phytomedicine, Elsevier... Read More »
LECOM Health Corry Memorial Hospital Introduces Advanced Neurology PET/CT Imaging for Dementia Diagnosis
Thursday, 15 January 2026
In a groundbreaking move for regional healthcare, LECOM Health Corry Memorial Hospital became the first in the area to offer advanced Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Computed Tomography (CT) imaging to diagnose dementia, particularly Alzheimer's disease. In partnership with Vantage Mobile Services, the Hospital has launched a mobile Neuraceq® am... Read More »
Pretty in Pink
Why is Everyone in the Problem Based Learning (PBL) Group Wearing Pink? Every photograph tells a story, and this photo has a special tale to share. Captured at the conclusion of the last PBL Session for the semester, this snapshot shows a group of LECOM scholars all wearing pink. The reason? One of the students is expecting a baby girl, and the ent... Read More »
Bridging Gaps in Sexual Health Education: LECOM Medical Students Lead the Charge
In a groundbreaking open-access publication in Cureus, a team of students and faculty from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM-Bradenton) have made significant strides in addressing a critical gap in medical education. The article, entitled Bridging Gaps in Adolescent and Adult Sexual Health: Training Medical Students as Educators, u... Read More »
Cultivating Calm: LECOM Scholar Presents Groundbreaking Research on Gardening and Anxiety
At the American Medical Association Interim Meeting in National Harbor, Maryland, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) second-year medical student, Betsy Barrueta Alvarez, presented a pioneering study entitled, Cultivating Calm: Evaluating the Efficacy of Gardening to Reduce Anxiety Levels in Medical School Students. The research, coa... Read More »
