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OSU-COM student aims to create lasting change as an ElevateMeD Scholar

OSU-COM student MacKenzie Toliver was one of 37 medical students from across the country to be selected for the 2026-27 ElevateMeD Scholars Program.
OSU-COM student aims to create lasting change as an ElevateMeD Scholar
OSU-COM students make impact on Latinx youth with Schweitzer Fellowship

Tue, Dec 17, 2024

Carleen Perez and Madison Tytanic are using their life experiences to support Latinx youth in Tulsa. The second-year medical students at OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine, are a part of The Albert Schweitzer Fellowship 2024-25 Tulsa cohort.

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OSU-COM offers path to medicine for five brothers

Tue, Dec 17, 2024

For nearly 15 years, one of five brothers from the Khattab family has attended classes, studied for tests, practiced clinical skills or went through rotations as a medical student at OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine.

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Alum reflects on career, philanthropy and impact of OSU-COM

Fri, Dec 13, 2024

Dr. J. Kevin Pidkowicz has spent more than four decades practicing medicine, a journey that has taken him from the halls of the OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine to military bases in Europe, private clinics across the United States and teaching

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Checketts named Outstanding Resident of the Year in Orthopedics

Wed, Nov 20, 2024

OSU-COM alumnus and OSU Medicine resident Dr. Jake Checketts was named the American Osteopathic Foundation and American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics' 2024 Outstanding Resident of the Year in Orthopedics.

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OSU-COM alumnus continues legacy of medicine in Tulsa

Wed, Nov 13, 2024

For OSU-COM alumnus Dr. Brad Hardy, the decision to become a physician was influenced by the legacy of his father and grandfather, both of whom were doctors in Tulsa.

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OSU-CHS students organize health fair to benefit NE Oklahoma residents

Mon, Nov 11, 2024

More than 50 students from OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine and the OSU Center for Health Sciences Physician Assistant program are working together with Cura for the World Medical Clinic, Creek County Community Partnership and Sapulpa Public

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From architecture to medicine: A journey rooted in family legacy

Wed, Oct 16, 2024

Dr. Mark Callery's path to becoming the medical director of population health at Utica Park Clinic is as deeply rooted in his family history as it is in his passion for helping others.

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OSU-COM alum donates $250,000 to establish endowed scholarship fund

Tue, Aug 13, 2024

Dr. Adam Smith, a bariatric surgeon and founder of Ultimate Bariatrics, donated $250,000 to establish the Adam B. Smith, DO, DFACOS Family Endowed Scholarship. The scholarship aims to support students from north Texas pursuing their medical

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Student overcomes cancer while attending OSU med school

Mon, Aug 12, 2024

Dr. Brandon Garner's journey to becoming an OSU physician was filled with unexpected challenges, including a battle with cancer. Despite these obstacles, he has emerged stronger and more determined to help others.

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Historic inaugural class graduates from OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine at the Cherokee Nation

Fri, May 17, 2024

Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine at the Cherokee Nation celebrated a monumental achievement on May 16 as its inaugural class of 46 medical students graduated from the country's first tribally affiliated medical school.

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