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Our thanks to American Dental Association President Dr. Brett Kessler for visiting the LECOM Bradenton School of Dental Medicine and presenting to our students!

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Our congratulations to Seth H. Carter, D.O., MSMeD, who has been recognized with the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians 2025 Osteopathic Family Physician of the Year Award.

“So honored to receive this award,” Dr. Carter said. “I am very grateful to all the amazing patients I serve who entrust me with their care. They inspire me to better myself each day because they deserve the best.”

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Congratulations to Dr. Oren Rosenthal, Professor of Anatomy, and Jason DeFrancisis, OMS3, on their groundbreaking case report published in Cureus!
In their article, ‘Investigating the Challenges in Diagnosis and Management of Giant Cell Tumors in the Distal Phalanx,’ they explore the complexities of diagnosing and managing giant cell tumors, a rare and often challenging condition, particularly when located in the distal phalanx. Their research highlights the importance of accurate diagnosis, surgical considerations, and the long-term management of these tumors, offering valuable insights for both clinicians and researchers.
https://www.cureus.com/articles/347258-investigating-the-challenges-in-diagnosis-and-management-of-giant-cell-tumors-in-the-distal-phalanx-a-case-report?utm_medium=email&utm_source=transaction#!

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LECOM Erie Dental Students put together a team to compete in the Erie Corporate Spelling Bee to Benefit Hooked on Books. Hooked on Books has donated over 600,000 books in its nearly 35 years of existence.

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Microscopy is Revolutionizing Dental Practice!

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LECOM alum Dr. Adam Riordan, of Gastroenterology Associates of Ithaca, now performs procedures at the Guthrie Ithaca City Harbor GI/Endoscopy Suite. Here is Dr. Riordan attending the retirement party of LECOM's Dr. Vincent Fierro, under whose guidance Dr. Riordan was a Fellow.

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LECOM is ... Service! As a third-year medical student, I attended Healthy Kitchens at LECOM Elmira, hosted by students and faculty. Here, I am making a citrus green bean salad topped with almonds! This event deepened my understanding of the critical role of nutrition in patient care, and I gained practical skills in discussing healthy eating with patients. It also reinforced the need to advocate for improved access to quality food in addressing health disparities.
-Fazeel Qamar

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Casino Night comes to LECOM Bradenton!
🎩 Save the Date! 🎲 Join us this Saturday, May 3rd at Laurel Oaks Country Club for a night of elegance, casino games, dancing, and Southern charm—all in support of the LECOM Student Scholarship Fund! ✨
🐎Derby attire encouraged�🃏 Blackjack, Roulette, Texas Hold’em & more�🥂 Hors d’oeuvres & full cash bar�🎟️ Tix: $125 GA | $200 VIP
RSVP by replying to this post or emailing Jacqueline Nie at jnie@lecom.edu!

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👏 A huge shoutout to our amazing LECOM at Elmira students who completed their clinical rotations at Rochester Regional Health! On Match Day, we celebrate not only your success but also your passion and commitment to excellence. We're beyond proud to see you shine and inspire the next generation of healthcare leaders. Here’s to the incredible future awaiting you at your newest Match location! Let this be the start of something extraordinary!

#LECOMatElmira #MatchDay #RochesterRegional #FutureDoctors #MedicalEducation #ProudMoment

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LECOM School of Health Services Administration Announces
Class of 2025 Doctor of Healthcare Administration Research Dissertation Defenses.

These candidates for the LECOM DHA degree will be defending their research on the date and time indicated.

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Advocacy in Action - Dr. Katie Dinh recently represented LECOM School of Dental Medicine at the SMILES Act Day of Advocacy in Tallahassee, FL, where she worked with Florida Voices for Health to advocate for expanded Medicaid dental funding for adults with special needs.

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Seton Hill’s Student Government Association is planning events each month to bring students together, boost wellness, and strengthen friendships. Everyone was all smiles for this month’s doughnuts and coffee, hosted by the Specialty Club.

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Dr. Eugene Lee, LECOM Class of 2019, is finishing his residency in Endodontics at Temple University. Last week, he presented his research project at the American Association of Endodontists annual meeting (AAE25). Also present in the meeting: Dr. Kathleen Gaboardi full-time faculty at LECOM School of Dental Medicine, alumni Dr. Teresa Nguyen and Dr. Marla Chavez (Class of 2024), and D4 student Tania Abedi (Class of 2025). Dr. Nguyen is completing her AEGD Program at Texas A&M and starting her Endodontics residency at Nova this Summer. Dr. Chavez is practicing general dentistry in Orlando and Tania is starting an AEGD program in July.

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Good morning! The Canada geese and their goslings are springing to life at our LECOM Erie campus. Hope everyone has a spectacular day!

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LECOM Erie’s Women’s Health and Medical Society and Pediatrics clubs organized a donation drive for the local nonprofit, Grady’s Decision, which assists families struggling financially, emotionally, and spiritually while caring for their premature babies in NICUs around the area.
Blankets, wipes, pacifiers, baby clothes, cards, and even some chocolates for mom will be gathered into baskets for about 20 to 30 families!

We’re so proud of our students’ service and heartened by their compassion.
From left are Lauren Bell, Carolyn Vargheese, and Miranda Kinsell. Also instrumental in organizing the event were WHMS eboard members Tenzin Norzin, Anika, Veeraraghav and Katelyn Relich.

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Academia Meets Practice - LECOM SHSA faculty to present at AMP Conference

Faculty members from the LECOM School of Health Services Administration will present at the 2025 AMP Conference in Tampa on May 15th.

Among academics, entrepreneurs, innovators, business owners, and community leaders and members, LECOM faculty will speak on creating a balance in the U.S. Healthcare system between meeting requirements and maintaining wellness.

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🩺 Our students from LECOM at Elmira are diving into the world of laryngoscope training, where hands-on experience in advanced airway management is the name of the game. This vital skill not only boosts their confidence but also equips them to tackle critical situations with the utmost precision and care. With every practice session, they’re moving closer to becoming the highly skilled and compassionate healthcare professionals we need. These future doctors are embracing the challenge, ready to make a real difference in patients' lives when it counts the most.

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My name is Raza, and I am an MS3 at LECOM Elmira. This is the Last Stand, the best local ice cream spot. My friends and I were out for a nice end-of-semester get-together. This was the last time all of us were together, as we all went to different clinical sites. I am grateful to have met them during my time at LECOM – the people you surround yourself with are very important.

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LECOM LIGHT: Dr. David E. Palo, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
LECOM Preceptor
Diplomate: American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Diplomate: Dental Board of Anesthesiology

Meet David E. Palo, DDS, FACOMS, Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and Clinical Preceptor for the School of Dental Medicine at LECOM. Dr. Palo is in private practice at Presque Isle Oral Surgery in Erie.
Dr. Palo brings a wealth of professional experience and extensive military training, including combat service. He has received numerous awards, including the Humanitarian Service Medal and the Operation Iraqi Freedom Service Medal.
Dr. Palo is also an Eagle Scout, the highest Scouting service award, which he earned after years of community service projects, charitable donations, mentorship to others, and the completion of the official Eagle Scout Project – in his case, the restoration of an old church.
“Though none of us are at our best every day, we should continuously try to serve and help others,” Dr. Palo says. “This commitment to service for others is a core value of LECOM and Osteopathic Medicine.”

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Friends Forever-During my first and second years of medical school, I made some of the closest friends I’ll ever have. We grew together through our educational experience and supported each other every step of the way. I truly couldn’t have gotten where I am without the people who were around me bringing laughs and joy through any tough times. We made tons of memories in Erie, like going out to dinner by the lake and spending time on the beach!
-Sara Orndoff, scholarship recipient

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Student Doctor Mozhan Hagigatian contributed to a research project at Johns Hopkins University examining the role of light in metabolic regulation, which was recently published in Science Advances. This study highlights how light exposure influences glucose and lipid homeostasis through the sympathetic nervous system, independent of circadian rhythms. As part of this work, she delivered a lecture seminar and presented their findings at the Evidence-Based Medicine Research Symposium at LECOM-Seton Hill.

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Dr. Stephen Perez, Assistant Professor of Restorative Dentistry, and eight LECOM School of Dental Medicine students attended the American Dental Association Dentist and Student Lobby Day event in Washington, DC. March 30 – April 1, 2025. D3 students Carter Bedinghaus, Connor Yingling, Anusha Jain, Connor Boinski, Ramya Banda, Sally Ghannam, Mina Zakhary, and D4 student Gabriela Hunter Rodriguez.

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Grateful for the incredible standardized patients at LECOM Bradenton who play such a vital role in our students' education! Today, we hosted a special lunch to thank them for their dedication and support. Their hard work and commitment help shape the future of healthcare, and we couldn’t be more appreciative. Here's to the amazing individuals who make a difference every day!

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LECOM Expands Regional Campuses to the American Heartland

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LECOM Health Releases Economic Impact Report

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LECOM Erie Holds Its 16th Commencement Ceremony

News / Tuesday, 5 June 2012

Families and friends of the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2012 gathered in Erie on Sunday to watch 410 graduates receive their degrees. LECOM commencement moved t...

2013 LECOM Commencement

News / Tuesday, 5 June 2012

To view all of the photos from the 2013 LECOM commencement ceremonies in Erie, PA and Bradenton, FL, please visit this site: LECOM 2013 Commencement Galleries You are free to purcha...

LECOM Institute for Successful Aging Recognized for Quality of Care

News / Sunday, 3 June 2012

Institute only facility locally to meet current standards The LECOM Institute for Successful Aging, a leader in providing clinical services, education, and research in geriatric medic...

LECOM Gives $500,000 to Erie County Government

News / Wednesday, 30 May 2012

College designates funds for Emergency Services and the Erie County Library. The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine has reached an agreement to give Erie County (Pa.) governmen...

Great Rural Learning Experience Occurring For Second-Year Resident

News, Alumni / Friday, 11 May 2012

[caption id="attachment_3203" align="alignleft" width="259"] Dr. Robert Zukas, D.O., is in his second-year residency with St. Anthony Family Medicine Residency Program. He is currently ...

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