“See a Doctor!” Is Easier Said Than Done in Rural Communities
Need a doctor? Find one while you still can. Learn what NYITCOM at A-State is doing to address the shortage for rural America.
Student Profile: Mirsha Stiven
Medical student Mirsha Stiven has made it her mission to advocate for disadvantaged and underserved populations in medicine.
Student Profile: Travis Burnett
Travis Burnett was on the path to becoming a nurse until he shadowed physicians and realized he wanted to go on to medical school.
Shil Punatar
Before he settled on medical school, Shil Punatar double majored in biology and economics.
NYITCOM at A-State Students Receive White Coats
The 123 new medical students at NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University celebrated with family, friends, and administrators as they received their white coats, signifying their official start of medical school.
NYITCOM Reveals the Winners of Through the Lens
Three NYITCOM students were the winners of the Through the Lens initiative.
Shane Speights, D.O., Promoted to Dean of NYITCOM’s Site at A-State
Shane Speights, D.O., has been promoted to dean of NYITCOM’s site at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro.
Brookshield Laurent, D.O., on Bias in Medical Education
Racial biases and misconceptions remain rampant in our healthcare system, and medical schools aren’t doing enough to address the issue, writes Brookshield Laurent, D.O., in an op-ed published in The Mercury News (San Jose, Calif.).
Inaugural Class at NYITCOM at A-State Receives White Coats
The first class of 120 students in Jonesboro marked their official entry into medical school.
Officials Celebrate Opening of NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University
Leaders from NYIT, Arkansas State University, and government attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for Wilson Hall, the new home for NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University (A-State).
NYIT Salutes New Osteopathic Physicians at Annual Hooding Ceremony
Nearly 300 NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM) graduates received their doctoral hoods at a May 23 ceremony.
NYITCOM Program Aims to Develop “Fit Physicians”
A new program will study if exercise, activity monitors, and monthly wellness seminars help medical students improve fitness, reduce stress, and score higher on tests.