DREAM BIG • DO GREAT
MISSION
The mission of the Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine is to train caring and competent osteopathic physicians who will have an impact on the Central Florida community, our nation, and our global community.
vision
The vision of the Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine is to be a leader in training caring, altruistic, and transformative osteopathic physicians in support of our mission.
values
Innovation & Continuous Improvement Inclusivity & Diversity Integrity Wellness
Caring Service
On behalf of Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine, it is a pleasure and honor to welcome you.
The mission of Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine is to train caring and competent health professionals who will have an impact on the Central Florida community We live by our mission are excited to have you join us while we advance our mission together
In advancing our mission, we have designed the facility and curricula to train the caring and competent healthcare professionals of the future We have also designed a culture to support you in a caring and advanced environment that will help you become the type of professional that you want to be
Dr. hasty dean and Chief academic officer
welcome to
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connected
950+ fully-credentialed faculty and preceptors
Nineteen hospital and healthcare system affiliations
Licensed with Florida's Commission on Independent Education (CIE)
Articulation agreements with five universities, including three HBCU's
Exclusive medical school partner with the Kiran C Patel Institute for Graduate Medical Education (501(C)3) (GME Institute)
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admissions requirements
Minimum Requirements for Admission
OCOM applicants for admission will be required to complete a minimum of 75 percent of the required credits for a bachelor’s degree in a college accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education to be considered for an interview. Applicants must earn a baccalaureate degree prior to matriculation Applicants should have achieved at least a 3 2 cumulative grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale to be considered.
The admissions process is competitive, and a higher-grade point average (above 3.2) results in improved chances for acceptance. The most competitive applicants would have a science and cumulative GPA of 3 2 or higher OCOM also places emphasis on the applicant’s interview.
The required undergraduate courses for entry are:
Biological Sciences: One year with laboratory (8 semester hours/12 quarter hours)
Physics: One year (6 to 8 semester hours/9 to 12 quarter hours)
Inorganic Chemistry: One year with laboratory (8 semester hours/12 quarter hours)
Organic Chemistry: One year with laboratory (8 semester hours/12 quarter hours)
English: One year (6 semester hours/8 quarter hours)
Six (6) additional science hours are highly recommended
OCOM recommends courses in the 300/400 level or beyond in subjects that will enhance performance in medical school such as Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology, and Immunology
NOTE: Courses with equivalent content will be reviewed. Student GPA and MCAT requirements can be found HERE under Students, Admissions policy
vaccination and other matriculation policies
admissions FAQ's
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OCOM Website Matriculation & Enrollment policy health & vaccination policy
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innovative ways of learning
Active Retrieval/Frequent Assessment;
Spaced Practice, Interleaved Learning and Practice, and Spiral-Based Education, Variation of Learning Strategies;
Effortful/Active Learning;
Integration of Elaboration, Generation, Reflection, and Learning Devices; and Use of Multiple, Objective Measures to Provide Timely Feedback on Learning.
To accomplish these principles, we implement the following strategies: Systems-based approach integrating clinically-applicable biomedical science concepts into the clinical application of medical knowledge; AND Use of a combination of:
Modern medical school curriculum with a focus on wellness, safety, and excellent student experience
Hands-on fully integrated manipulation room
Curriculum built on the principles of:
self-directed learning with associated virtual anatomy
case-based physician-led learning
patient-centered simulation
Learning Consolidation course throughout DO program, challenging students to apply their knowledge to complex clinical cases
Longitudinal preparation for the COMLEX-USA
Seamless integration of Apple technology within a Google cloud powered environment
We accomplish our mission through a carefully-planned “lecture-less” systemsbased curriculum that takes an evidence-based approach to educating osteopathic medical students and incorporates the following: 6
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modern curriculum
OCOM faculty members develop the curriculum with input both from the larger college Curriculum Committee as well as from the Department Chairs and Course Directors. Integration is ensured by Course Directors and Course Teams of subject matter experts (individualized for each course) overseeing appropriateness of content. A Course Leadership Liaison assists in the organization and operationalization of the curriculum and supports the Associate Dean of Pre-Clinical Education in ensuring that faculty have the tools they need to succeed in delivering their content to our students.
“OCOM is going to change healthcare for the region for generations to come”
- Dr Hasty, Dean & Chief Academic Officer
Pre-Clinical Phase Clinical Phase
3rd Year
Milestone I
4th Year
18 Integrated Systems Courses
Family Medicine/Primary Care
Internal Medcine/Hospitalist
Internal Medicine
Subspecialty
General Surgery
Electives (6)
Osteopathic Principles & Practice
On Doctoring
Learning Consolidation
Surgical Subspecialty
Women's Health
Pediatrics
Psychiatry
Osteopathic Principles & Practive V
Learning Consolidation V
Residency Planning & Preparation I
Research
Elective (1)
Emergency Medicine
Residency Planning & Preparation II
Osteopathic Principles & Practive VI
Learning Consolidation VI
Milestone 2/EPA Evaluation
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what our faculty says
“Osteopathic Medicine was the only choice for me I love the opportunity to quickly and easily help people leave our encounter feeling better than when they arrived I can’t wait to start teaching this amazing philosophy and tool to new doctors ” -Dr
Smith-Gonzalez
“Because OCOM has invested in high fidelity simulation technologies and human simulation, our learners will benefit from a more dynamic and interactive layer of preparation much like seeing actual patients.”
Dr. Khan
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whole-person wellness
Students will have confidential access to mental health services
24 hours a day, 365 days a year Policies & Procedures for Seeking Diagnostic, Preventive, and Therapeutic Health Services can be found at ocom.org/policies or by scanning the QR Code.
Fully equipped gym with both cardio and weightlifting equipment
Flex lounge space for students to relax, eat, and socialize
Mothers room and Spiritual room
A variety of study spaces for individual and group study
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library
gym
LIFE at
Orlando: our magical city
One of the fastest growing areas in Central Florida, proximity to major attractions, beautiful weather, low crime rates, housing opportunities, great healthcare, and a terrific community
horizon west:
local daycare beaches parks
KLA Schools
Goddard School
Cranium Academy
Kiddie Academy
Orlando Area Guide
housing options
Horizon West/Winter Garden Area
A local Realtor that OCOM has an established relationship with is Patti Agront.
APARTMENTS
Vintage Horizon West
Alta at Horizon West
The Lodge at Hamlin
Cortland Independence
IMT Residential
Braxton Waterleigh
Lakewalk at Hamlin
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Disney Universal Seaworld
