White Coat Ceremonies in Erie, Greensburg, and Bradenton (Elmira’s ceremony will take place Nov 8) recently welcomed the next generation of healthcare professionals as students in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry and podiatry received their white coats symbolizing their entry into the medical profession. These milestone events celebrate each student’s dedication to compassionate, patient-centered care and mark the beginning of their professional journey with LECOM
In September, LECOM alumni, faculty, and students gathered in Nashville during OMED for an evening of connection and celebration The LECOM alumni dinner provided an opportunity to share memories, network with fellow graduates, and hear updates on LECOM’s continued growth and impact
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Monster Pumpkin Fest
LECOM joined the fun at Pittsburgh’s Monster Pumpkin Festival in October Visitors stopped by the LECOM tent to learn more about our programs and meet students while enjoying the region’s largest display of recordbreaking pumpkins. During the two-day event, Dr Kevin Thomas presented Emily Wood, Western PA Scholarship Award winner, a check for $5,000
LECOM Alumni Gather at OMED 2025
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LECOM Erie
Purse Bingo
Great friends, delicious food, and fabulous prizes filled the room at LECOM Erie’s annual Designer Purse Bingo in September. The event combined fun and philanthropy, with all proceeds benefiting the LECOM Student Scholarship Fund. A heartfelt thank you to our donors, volunteers, and guests for making this year’s bingo a wonderful success!
LECOM Dental Participates in Mission of Mercy in Pittsburgh
Register for Winter CME 2026
LECOM faculty will present topics pertinent to primary care physicians as well as to specialists. Earn up to 28 1-A AOA credit hours including Opioid Abuse and Patient Safety and Risk that healthcare providers must take for PA state license renewal
Jan. 15 - 18
Peek’n Peak Resort in Clymer, N.Y. Attend in-person or online Register at cme lecom edu
Dr. Susan Calderbank with 36 LECOM Dental students and six clinical faculty participated in the Mission of Mercy event, open to children and adults who lack access or cannot afford care, in Pittsburgh on Oct. 25. Over 1,900 volunteers served over 2,000 patients, and more than 9,374 dental procedures were performed. This annual event has donated free health care totaling over $10.5 million since 2017.
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LECOM at Seton Hill
You Are Not Alone with the IDEA Club
The IDEA Clu LECOM Seton reminded first students that not alone dur special Health Wellness Eve designed to li during the demanding anatomy block OMS2 students shared words of encouragement on colorful Post-it notes, offering motivation and reassurance from those who’ve been there before With candy, stickers, and positive vibes, the event provided a fun and meaningful way for students to pause, reset, and recharge.
EBM Club and Vaccine Clinic
LECOM at Seton Hill’s Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) Club and ACOS-MSS joined forces to host a successful vaccine clinic with strong participation from students and faculty. Special thanks to Dr. Mietzner and Dr. Hrach for continuing this important annual tradition and to all the student volunteers whose dedication made the event possible
SIGN Club Walk to End Alzheimer’s
On Sept. 28, the Student Interest Group in Neurology (SIGN) volunteered at the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. President JD Black, Vice President Ty Ferrigno, Treasurer Matt Smith, and Academic Chair Molly Krumenacker along with several LECOM students attended the event. The SIGN club completed tasks such as setting up for the event, running the registration table, and helping clean up after the event.
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Tummala and Weiderman in the Top 3 at FMA Symposium
Congratulations to LECOM-Bradenton student doctors Akash Tummala, OMS2, and Grant Weiderman, OMS3, for winning 2nd and 3rd place, respectively, for poster presentations during David A. Paulus, MD Poster Symposium during the annual meeting of the Florida Medical Association.
Emma Barnes, Jack Carter, Min Chae, Zainab Farooq, Morgan Hatlovic, Nhat Huynh, Amsh Malli, Gregory Smith, Jackson Wren: “Regulation of Na+, K+ ATPase by ouabain-like compounds, phytocannabinoids, and endocannabinoids: a potential mechanism of action in migraine” in Florida Scientist
Michael Wallace, OMS-III, Adam Bobak, OMS-III, Tianna Sasher, OMS-III, Luis Alvarez, DO (class of 2025), Dr. Tania Flink, Professor of Physiology, and Dr. Anupam Bishayee, Professor of Pharmacology: “The Impact of a Summer Research Internship Program on Research Engagement of Osteopathic Medical Students” in the Journal of Osteopathic Medicine
Victoria M Estevez, OMS3, Jose Perez Gongora, Dr Murat Ibatulin, Associate Professor of Neurosurgery and Radiology, and Dr Paul Cervone, Associate Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Surgery: “Omphalothoracopagus: A Case Report of Conjoined Twins and the Impact of Pelvimetry” in the peer-reviewed journal Cureus
Anthony DeSomma, OMS-III, and Dr Jeung Woon Lee, Associate Professor of Physiology, School of Dental Medicine: “Histopathological Analysis of Myocardial Remodeling Following Heart Failure: A Cadaveric Case Report” in the peer-reviewed journal Cureus
Dr Taylor E Collignon, D O (Class of 2025), and Dr Anupam Bishayee, Professor of Pharmacology: “Cancer Prevention and Therapy with Nutritional Science: Addressing the Gap in Medical Education and Practice” in the open access Journal MedComm
LECOM BRIDGES for Older Adults hosted its first virtual conference, BRIDGES to Better Aging, in October Guest speakers included Dr Danielle Hansen, Regional President of LECOM Health; Dr Meghan Kinter, Chief Strategic Growth Officer at LECOM Behavioral Health; Craig Stevens, Training Director for the Achievement Center of LECOM Health; and Dr Belinda Stillman, psychiatrist at LECOM Behavioral Health. View the recording online.
Project LAUNCH in the Community
Project LAUNCH, a grant initiative to benefit children 0-8 and their families, has been hard at work in Erie County! Members of Project LAUNCH have been involved in events both at LECOM Behavioral Health facilities and within the community
Kelly Cooney, certified Infant Massage instructor, has hosted several Infant Massage classes for parents and caregivers with more to come!
Project LAUNCH hosted a Meet 'n Learn event at the expERIEnce Children's Museum for children to make slime and have fun!
LECOM Medical Center
Congratulations to LMC’s Employees of the Month
Nominate a LMCBHP Employee
June
Kelsey Huddleson, RT
Cardiac Cath Lab Supervisor Newest Residents at LMC
July
Alfonso Camacho Behavioral Health Tech, Unit 2
August Adam Heath Payroll Specialist
September
Gabrielle Irizarry Unit Support Staff, Unit 5
Back Row: Sydney Elder, PharmD, Pharmacy; Amanda Williams, PharmD, Pharmacy; Rosh Bharthi, D.O., Transitional Year; Amber Perry, D.O., Transitional Year; Margaret Mary McMurtry, D.O., Transitional Year; Mariah McIntyre, D.O., Transitional Year; Tyler Narsingh, M.D., Sports Medicine; Danielle Deegan, D.O., Family Medicine; Janai Wiggins, D.P.M., Podiatric Medicine and Surgery; Aubry Horne, D.P.M., Podiatric Medicine and Surgery; Christopher Breeding, D.O., Family Medicine
Front Row: Allison Pehl, D O , Psychiatry; Yannick Momo Tefo, D P M , Podiatric Medicine and Surgery; Nicholas Crist, D O , Psychiatry; Austin Jung, D O , Psychiatry; Qadir Fayizul, D O , Psychiatry; Daniel Scutella, D O , Transitional Year; Satnam Singh, D O , Psychiatry; Jasim Abbasi, D O , Family Medicine; Khith Jabir, D O , Psychiatry
The 21st Annual LECOM Medical Center Golf Scholarship Classic teed off in August at Lakeshore Country Club, bringing together golfers and supporters for a great cause Proceeds from the fourperson scramble benefit the LECOM Student Scholarship Fund Thank you to all our sponsors and participants for making this year’s event a tremendous success!
LECOM Medical Center
LECOM Medical Center Celebrates Leadership Transition and Tribute to Mary L. Eckert
Mary L. Eckert, who served LECOM Medical Center for 42 years, is transitioning to Director of Community Engagement, LECOM Ambassador, with LECOM Institute for Successful Living.
Throughout more than four decades of leadership and several titles including Administrator, President/CEO, and Executive Director, Eckert has guided the hospital with unwavering commitment, integrity, and compassion. Under her stewardship, LECOM Medical Center has expanded services, embraced challenges, trained future healthcare professionals, and most importantly, fostered a culture where patient care and community well-being always come first
Colonial Family Pharmacy
Two New Pharmacy Locations to Open Soon
LECOM Health broke ground for two new Colonial Family Pharmacy locations: one in Albion, located right next to LECOM Health's Northwestern Area Health Center, and one on Wattsburg Road in Greene Township, adjacent the Rural Health Clinic of Wattsburg.
Both pharmacy locations are set to open in the coming months! While retail chains and individual pharmacies are struggling, selling, or closing, our pharmacies are positioned to thrive. Operating under the umbrella of LECOM Medical Center, they benefit from 340b pricing.
Both locations will provide several pharmacy services such as prescription drug filling, immunizations, medication therapy management, medication monitoring, delivery/curbside service, over-the-counter products, medication counseling, and excellent customer service
“It is with deep respect and heartfelt appreciation for Mary’s many years of extraordinary service that we join her in celebration of this transition,” said LECOM Health Regional President Danielle Hansen, D.O.
LECOM Senior Services
LECOM Institute for Successful Living Acquires Saint M
The Carriage Homes at Asbury Ridge
On Oct 9, LECOM Institute for Successful Living announced the acquisition of Saint Mary’s at Asbury Ridge, which includes The Carriage Homes at Asbury Ridge, located at 4855 West Ridge Road in Erie The community will retain its name while becoming an affiliate of LECOM Institute for Successful Living Current residents will not experience any changes due to the sale, and all staff were extended the opportunity to remain with the organization
LECOM Health Celebrates Ribbon Cutting at New Rural Health Clinic of Meadville
LECOM Health held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Sept. 9, to officially open the new Rural Health Clinic of Meadville, located at 16954 Conneaut Lake Road in Meadville. This new clinic marks a significant step in LECOM Health’s mission to expand access to high-quality medical care in rural communities that have traditionally faced barriers to healthcare.
LECOM Senior Services
Congratulations to the Most Recent CNA Graduates!
The LECOM Institute for Successful Living has welcomed new employees to our team! Congratulations to our Certified Nursing Aide Classes of August, September, and October!
After completing a comprehensive program, they are now ready to embark on their careers as CNAs at the LECOM Senior Living Center, LECOM at Village Square, LECOM at Elmwood Gardens & Parkside at Elmwood, LECOM Nursing and Rehabilitation, and LECOM at Snyder Memorial
LECOM at Village Square Celebrates International Podiatry Day
On Oct. 8, Dr. Anthony Popoff delivered therapeutic Oasis footwear to LVS residents.
Congratulations to LISL Thumbs Up Winners
Congratulations to LECOM Institute for Successful Living’s Thumbs Up Winners for October!
Kelly Rodney, Parkside Regency at South Shore
J.R. Burrows, LECOM at Elmwood Gardens
Dana Oyebanji, LECOM Nursing and Rehabilitation
Lori Hatheway, Parkside at Glenwood
Guilynn Erickson, LECOM Senior Living Center
Skylar Mumford, LECOM VNA
Dave Craft, LECOM at Village Square
Marcus Sayre, Parkside at North East
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Corry Memorial Hospital
Congratulations to CMH’s Employees of the Quarter
Megan TeCulver
Pharmacy Tech
Quarter 2
Brandi McWilliams
Financial Counselor Quarter 3
Nominate the next CMH Employee of the Quarter!
Newest Residents at CMH
CMH Staff Wear Pink to Support Breast Cancer Awareness
Hospital staff participated in Wear Pink Day on Oct 10, and extended it to every Thursday throughout October by paying $1 to wear pink, with all proceeds going to the Oncology Clinic at LECOM Health Corry Memorial Hospital
CMH Hosts 9 Annual Golf Classic th
On Sept. 10, CMH hosted its largest golf tournament event to date. Golfers enjoyed food and beverage stations throughout the course, along with several skill games and prizes.
Adam Susmarski, D.O., sports, spine and rehabilitation medicine specialist offers electrodiagnostic testing in office Call (814) 868-7840 to find out if your patients qualify
Mark Your Calendars - Nov & Dec
November
National Diabetes Awareness Month
National Home Care and Hospice Month
COPD Awareness Month
National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
Epilepsy Awareness Month
Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
National Patient Transport Week (Nov 2-8)
Perioperative Nurses Week (Nov 9-15)
Veterans Day (Nov 11)
Thanksgiving (Nov. 27) LECOM and LECOM Health Apparel
National Radiologic Technology Week (Nov 2-8)
LECOM Student Scholarship Auction (Nov. 15)
National Rural Health Day (Nov. 21)
December
International Persons with Disabilities Day (Dec. 3)
