The WVSOM mission

OUR MISSION

The mission of the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) is to educate students from diverse backgrounds as lifelong learners in osteopathic medicine and complementary health related programs; to support and develop graduate medical education training; to advance scientific knowledge through academic, clinical and basic science research; and to promote patient-centered, evidence based medicine. WVSOM is dedicated to serve, first and foremost, the state of West Virginia and the health care needs of its residents, emphasizing primary care in rural areas.

The true worth of our lives is measured by the dreams we pursue. AT WVSOM WE PURSUE A PASSION TO SERVE.

DIAGNOSIS OF A HEALTHY ORGANIZATION

WE HOPE WITHIN THESE PAGES, YOU WILL COME TO KNOW WVSOM AS A HEALTHY AND THRIVING ORGANIZATION. EACH DECISION AT WVSOM IS MEASURED AGAINST OUR MISSION FOR THE

SCHOOL, OUR COMMITMENT TO OUR STUDENTS, AND OUR VISION FOR HEALTHCARE IN OUR NATION.

ACCOMPLISHED STUDENTS

EXPERT FACULTY

Students learn directly from experts in their field of study.

SUPERIOR WORK FORCE

Voted one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For for 5 years.

FISCALLY RESPONSIBLE EXCEPTIONAL FACILITIES

WVSOM’s financial plan is strategic and well-managed in an environment of ever-changing resources.

SUSTAINABLE MISSION

The WVSOM mission focuses on care for rural populations. We serve the students so they may serve others. Students have the highest pass rate of any osteopathic medical school in the nation for the COMLEX 2 PE.

NATIONAL RECOGNITION

Top tier in the nation for primary care, rural health care, medical schools and places to work.

Students learn in state-of-the-art spaces such as the simulator and standardized patient labs in the Clinical Evaluation Center.

SUCCESSFUL ALUMNI

Alumni have the reputation of becoming leaders in osteopathic medicine, community engagement, public service and the military.

GOLD STANDARD ACCREDITATION

Achieved HLC accreditation in 2014, renewing COCA accreditation in 2015-16.