Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine – Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

http://www.vcom.vt.edu/index.html

Blacksburg, VA
Phone: 540-231-6138
E-mail: admissions@vcom.vt.edu

The curriculum at VCOM is innovative and modern. VCOM faculty recognize students learn in a number of ways. Students generally assimilate a knowledge base through instruction, reading and experience. Students who are in problem based, case-based, or discipline-based curriculums, often complain of repetition and lack of variety. VCOM has developed a hybrid curriculum consisting of lectures, computerized case tutorials, laboratory experiences, clinical skills laboratories and clinical experiences throughout the four years.

The curriculum is directed toward the development of a primary care physician. VCOM faculty believe that the students who choose medical specialties will benefit from a broad based primary care curriculum and a whole patient approach to care. There are fellowship and curriculum specific tracts within the VCOM clinical curriculum for students who qualify and wish to enter research or missionary medicine training.

Retrieved from VCOM website on 4/15/2010.