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Apr 25

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Honored to present our neurosurgery research poster with my mentor, Dr. Mills, at the 2025 AANS Annual Meeting in Boston! Dr. Mills has been an incredible mentor since my second year at LECOM ... I’ve had the opportunity to shadow him in clinic, assist in the OR, and collaborate on several research projects. We’ve presented at multiple symposiums, including the Schwid Symposium and now the AANS, focusing on advancing technology in spine surgery — from spinal cord stimulators to robotics. Grateful for the chance to represent LECOM and share our work in the neurosurgery field! – Anna Haymov

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Apr 24

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The ACOS-MSS Club at LECOM at Seton Hill Participated in an OR Walkthrough at Independence Health Westmoreland Hospital. The walkthrough included touring multiple Operating Rooms, designated for different specialties. Students toured pre- and post-operative areas and learned more about the hospital's daily operations, better preparing them for rotations.
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Apr 24

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Sports Scholarship Day is a high-energy event, with our sports team affiliates bringing the celebration, and our students forever grateful for their support! Huge thanks to @buffalosabres @buffalobills @cleguardians @cavs @clevelandbrowns

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Apr 23

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"I thought I could always just look it up." Then the preceptor asked. 👀💊
LECOM PharmD students do not just learn to reference. They learn to know. Clinically sharp and rotation-ready when it counts.

What is a moment your training surprised you? Drop it below 👇

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Apr 23

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Dr. Thomas Yoon, Dean of the LECOM School of Dental Medicine and Board-Certified Periodontist, generously shared his insights and expertise with 3rd-year dental students recently, providing tips on Dental Residency Programs, the application process, how to prepare, and what to expect. Our students were grateful for the chance to connect and learn from Dr. Yoon.
Shout-out to SGA for providing lunch!

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Apr 22

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Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
We're proud to recognize all of the LECOM administrative professionals who support the faculty and students with unwavering commitment to everyone's shared success. Thanks for all you do!

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Apr 21

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LECOM’s School of Podiatric Medicine welcomed Dr. Andrew G. Puckett, who is Chief of Podiatry at the Veterans Health Administration in Buffalo and directs the Comprehensive Limb Salvage Fellowship at VHA Western New York. Dr. Puckett was eager to meet our students, and we were excited to learn of his experiences and get his perspective on Podiatry.
Thank you, Dr. Puckett!

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Apr 21

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Apr 20

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Good Times, Great Memories!
"Best Week Ever" energy can carry us through challenging times.
When was that one week when everything just clicked for you?
Drop a comment with the highlight of your Best Week Ever! ⬇️

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Apr 20

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Campus Connection at Alumni Session

LECOM Bradenton recently welcomed Dr. Nick Andrews for an Alumni Residence Session with students. Dr. Andrews is a 2014 graduate of LECOM at Seton Hill in Greensburg, Pennsylvania.
Standing, from left, are OPP Director Dr. Nicole Myers, Dr. Andrews, Dr. Thomas Quinn, and Dr. David Boesler.

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Apr 19

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Congratulations to Sally Lynch on her retirement from LECOM Bradenton as the Executive Assistant to the Dean of Academic Affairs.
Wishing you all the best, Sally!

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Apr 19

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Apr 19

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Year 4 at LECOM: No more classrooms. Just real patients and real pharmacy practice.
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) rotations put PharmD students in the field, applying everything from the past three years and choosing the clinical areas that matter most to them.

All six rotations down. What comes next is everything they have worked for.

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Apr 18

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A Couple of "Firsts"
Dr. Vivek Kumar and Dr. Natalie Novak captured a moment together at this year’s Suncoast Classic Tournament, representing the legacy of education and achievement. Dr. Kumar, a distinguished member of LECOM’s first graduating class in 1997, stands alongside Dr. Novak, a proud graduate of the inaugural Doctor of Healthcare Administration Class of 2023. The tournament also included Dr. Kumar’s son, Noah, a professional golfer, embodying the spirit of resilience and determination.

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Apr 18

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This friend of LECOM Erie, a real rule-follower, parked in the handicap spot today, presumably because he's showing only one leg. Not to worry! He has both, and they're perfectly fine...which leads to our next question. Why do geese stand on one leg? Because if they didn't, they'd fall down.
Got any more old jokes?

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Apr 17

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Wrapping Up National Osteopathic Medicine Week
Celebrating Service

At the medical tent, LECOM Bradenton students are working alongside faculty to provide care while learning what it truly means to serve others.

#LECOMSuncoastClassic
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Apr 17

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LECOM Bradenton this week was the site of a U.S. House Ways and Means SubCommittee Field Hearing on "Modernized Health Care in Practice: Empowering Americans to Live Healthier Lives” today.
We were honored to serve as the host for this Congressional field hearing. We are especially proud that Dr. Mark Kauffman, Dean of Academic Affairs, has been called upon to share his knowledge and perspective with the Committee, highlighting the critical role of osteopathic principles in advancing prevention, wellness, and cost-effective care delivery.
To view the hearing, click the link in our bio.

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Apr 17

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Pro-Am party at the Suncoast Classic - always a great night, kicking off the tournament, pairing the pros and amateurs, and learning more about how vital the Student Scholarship Fund is in the lives of so many of our students.

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Apr 17

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“Superhero” Smiles

LECOM Erie’s 4th-year dental students served 88 children from the community for its latest “Give Kids a Smile” Event. Mr. Tooth was on hand to add to the bright smiles, while 36 volunteer students provided dental screenings, cleanings, and over 60 sealants. This free dental care clinic embodies the superhero service our community deserves!

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Apr 16

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Celebrating Service During National Osteopathic Medicine Week -
Growing Community

Funded by the Erie County Health Department, a gardening club began work on a community garden in Erie. The goal is to grow produce for residents in the community, then host farm markets in the neighborhood where residents pay what they can; if they cannot, they get the produce for free. About 12 LECOM Erie students come out to start working the land, clearing garbage and weeds, and laying down good soil. It was hard work, but everyone was eager to jump in and help!

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Apr 16

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Pharmacy school hits different. The pace, the professors, the pressure. 💊

But LECOM PharmD students figure out something early: you do not have to do it alone. Find your people, build your community, and the hard days become a lot more manageable.

Tag a classmate who has been in your corner 👇

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Apr 16

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Join us for Interprofessional Research Day with Dr. Bonnie W. Brown presenting the keynote.

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Apr 16

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LECOM at Elmira students and faculty changed into their best for Casino Night 2026! It was an exciting evening with great energy and friendly competition for a good cause.

Casino Night raises money for the LECOM Student Scholarship Fund. It's also an opportunity to come together for a night of camaraderie and celebration, all while supporting the next generation of healthcare leaders!

#LECOMElmira #CasinoNight2026

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Apr 15

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Dr. Richard Terry explains why nutrition is a critical component of the LECOM at Elmira curriculum. While medications have their place, as a future doctor, if you simply prescribe a pill to manage high blood pressure without considering the high-sodium diet, you’re only treating half the problem.

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LECOM Again Recognized in U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools 2026 Rankings

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News, Choosing The Right Medical School / 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 ...

Why Problem-Based Learning Works: Preparing Students for Medicine the Way Medicine Is Practiced

News, Choosing The Right Medical School / 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...

What the Directed Study Pathway Is Like at LECOM

Choosing The Right Medical School, News / 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, ...

LECOM Celebrates Research Excellence as Record Number of Students Conduct Studies and Present Projects at Annual Event

News / Friday, 27 February 2026

In 2025, a record number of research projects were conducted and presented at the April 24th LECOM Interprofessional Research Day event in Bradenton. FL. This year alone, over 1,000 LEC...

What Problem-Based Learning Is Like in Medical School

News, Choosing The Right 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 ...

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Latest from @1LECOM on Instagram

LECOM Again Recognized in U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools 2026 Rankings

LECOM Expands Regional Campuses to the American Heartland

One of the Nation’s Largest Medical Schools and the only Osteopathic Academic Health Center in the Nation

Lecture-Discussion Pathway at LECOM: Structured Learning, Faculty Guidance, and Building a Strong Medical Foundation

Why Problem-Based Learning Works: Preparing Students for Medicine the Way Medicine Is Practiced

What the Directed Study Pathway Is Like at LECOM

LECOM Celebrates Research Excellence as Record Number of Students Conduct Studies and Present Projects at Annual Event

What Problem-Based Learning Is Like in Medical School

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