West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine

West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine is a medical school in the US state of West Virginia, in the city of Lewisburg, established in the year 1974, offering a Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree.

WV School of Osteopathic Medicine

The West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) is a public medical school located in Lewisburg, West Virginia. It is one of the nation's leading institutions in terms of primary care, rural medicine, and family medicine education.

History

Founded in 1974, WVSOM's primary mission has always been to produce physicians committed to serving rural communities in West Virginia and other Appalachian regions.

Academic Programs

WVSOM offers the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree program, with a curriculum grounded in primary care and emphasizing the holistic approach of osteopathic medicine. This includes a thorough understanding of the interrelationship of body systems and a focus on preventive care.

Facilities

WVSOM's campus in Lewisburg is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including simulation labs, classrooms, and clinical training resources tailored for comprehensive osteopathic medical education.

Community Engagement

Given its mission, WVSOM places a strong emphasis on community engagement. Students are exposed to clinical experiences early on and are encouraged to participate in community health initiatives, emphasizing the school's commitment to improving health in West Virginia's rural areas.

Rankings

Historically, WVSOM has been consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the top osteopathic medical schools in the nation for primary care, rural medicine, and family medicine.

Research

While WVSOM's primary focus is on training physicians for rural medicine, it also emphasizes research, especially in areas that impact the rural populations of West Virginia.

External Links

• Official Website