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Hurricane Helene Update

Hurricane Helene is predicted to make landfall tomorrow afternoon in the Big Bend region of the Florida Panhandle and move into the area as early as 3 p.m. It is expected to be out of the area by early Friday morning. Please take time to review the following information and adjust your plans accordingly.

To prioritize the safety of our faculty, staff, and students, the ACOM campus will be closed for business on Thursday, September 26 and Friday, September 27. Your safety is our top priority, and we ask everyone to take the necessary precautions during this time. Please be advised conditions could change rapidly during a storm. Monitor local weather sources.

Severe Weather Alert:

The National Weather Service is forecasting significant weather impacts for our area starting tomorrow afternoon and continuing through Friday morning. This may include:

  • Heavy Rain with three to six inches forecasted.
  • High Winds of 58 to 73 mph.
  • A Flood Watch for low-lying areas.
  • The possibility of Tornadoes.

Precautionary Measures for Thursday and Friday:

To prioritize the safety of our faculty, staff, and students, ACOM will be closed for business on both days. Please note the following:

  • Faculty will convert in-person curricular events to virtual, non-mandatory events. Students, please check the announcements section of Canvas for specific course-related updates.
  • OMS III and OMS IV students at their core sites should follow the protocols issued by their respective core sites. Please stay in contact with your core site coordinators for any updates or changes.
  • COMAT exams for OMS III and IV students will still be given on Friday by their core sites. However, if you are in an affected area, please monitor communications from your core site coordinator for exam cancellation and rescheduling.
  • Faculty and staff are expected to work virtually on Friday unless they are experiencing power outages or other weather-related issues. If possible, please communicate with your supervisor if you are unable to work remotely.
  • We MAY make access to the campus available on Friday, September 27, depending on weather conditions and facility safety. Updates will be provided as the situation evolves.

Local Shelters in Dothan, AL:

If you are in need of shelter, please consider the following locations in the Dothan area:

  1. Westgate Church of Christ
    619 Westgate Parkway
    Phone: (334) 793-2280
  2. Memphis Baptist Church
    4595 Eddins Road
    Phone: (334) 677-5387

Please contact these locations ahead of time for availability and shelter-specific guidelines.

Important Contacts and Resources:

Hurricane Helene Update2024-09-25T16:02:48-05:00

Admire Named to Board of Directors

The Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine (ACOM) is pleased to announce William E. Admire, DO, has been named to the college’s nine-member board of directors. Prior to his appointment to the board, Dr. Admire served on the ACOM Advisory Board.

Dr. Admire, internal medicine, currently serves as the vice president and chief medical officer for the Mobile Infirmary, North Baldwin Infirmary and Infirmary Health. In addition, Dr. Admire has been instrumental in teaching students as an ACOM core site medical director for Mobile Infirmary, North Baldwin Infirmary and Thomas Hospital.

Dr. Admire also works with Infirmary Occupational Health and Infirmary Health’s external wellness program.

Dr. Admire received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania. He earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He completed an internship at Delaware Valley Medical Center, Levittown, Pennsylvania and an internal medicine residency at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Admire participated in the 2016 Institute for Physician Leadership program through the University of California, San Francisco. He has served with the Mobile Police Department as the police surgeon for the last 20 years. Dr. Admire is on the board of the Mobile County Medical Society and a board member of the Claims and Underwriting Committee of ProAssurance.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Admire to the ACOM Board of Directors.

Admire Named to Board of Directors2024-08-30T10:12:09-05:00

Southeast Health Named a Forbes Best-in-State Employer

The Southeast Health system, which includes the Medical Center, Medical Group, Foundation, Statera and the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine, is proud to announce we have been named to the Forbes 2024 list of Best-in-State Employers for the third year in a row.

This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced today, and it can currently be viewed on the Forbes website.

America’s Best-in-State Employers 2024 were identified in an independent survey based on a sample of approximately 160,000 employees. Ultimately, 1,294 employers nationwide made the Forbes list, which was then broken down by states.

The evaluation was based on direct and indirect recommendations from employees who were asked to rate their willingness to recommend their own employers to friends and family. Employees were also asked to evaluate other employers in their respective industry and state that stood out either positively or negatively.

Rick Sutton, CEO of Southeast Health, said becoming a Best-in-State-Employer is the result of great employees who are committed to providing excellent patient care in a safe environment, as well as educating future physicians.

“It is a reflection of who we are as a system and the importance of everyone’s role from the Houston County Health Care Authority to clinical and support teams, to the educators in the classroom and everyone in between,” said Rick Sutton, “I am proud of our Southeast Health team for giving of yourselves daily in service to the community, our patients and our students. You don’t do it for awards or recognition, you do it because service is in your heart, and you believe every patient and student deserves access to your very best.”

Southeast Health Named a Forbes Best-in-State Employer2024-08-20T11:22:00-05:00

ACOM Recognized Among the Best Graduate Schools

The Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine (ACOM) is pleased to be ranked as the No. 1 medical school in the nation in 2024 for the most graduates practicing in primary care, according to U.S. News & World Report.

U.S. News also ranked ACOM No. 13 in the nation among medical schools for graduates practicing in rural areas. These rankings highlight ACOM’s positive impact among a field of 168 medical schools ranked in these areas. This also demonstrates bringing to fruition the vision of the Houston County Health Care Authority.

“We are pleased to be recognized among the nation’s best,” said James C. Jones, DO, FACEP, dean of ACOM. “This recognition is a testament to our students, faculty, and staff and their commitment to fulfilling the mission of ACOM.”

The most recent ACOM graduating class had a 52 percent placement in primary care residency program and we have a 62 percent rate with all graduating classes combined. Overall, more than 99 percent of the class received a residency placement in 21 different specialties, which included orthopedic surgery, vascular surgery, interventional radiology, urology, and dermatology.

“We are proud that our graduates are competitive across all residency specialties,” said Dr. Jones. “We are committed to providing our graduates with a high-quality osteopathic medical education that puts them in a position to excel in all specialties, and we are pleased that so many of our graduates choose primary care.”

By collecting graduate school data annually, U.S. News is able to present the latest enrollment numbers, job placement rates, faculty statistics and other essential quality indicators that help prospective students make informed decisions.

“Deciding where to attend graduate school can be formidable, considering the wealth of schools with distinctive and quality programs,” said LaMont Jones, EdD, managing editor for Education at U.S. News. “The Best Graduate Schools rankings and related content empower prospective students to choose the best fit for their educational needs and ultimately achieve career success.”

ACOM Recognized Among the Best Graduate Schools2024-08-15T13:17:01-05:00

Eric Johnson Named Professor of Anatomy

The Alabama College of Osteopathic (ACOM) is pleased to announce Dr. Eric B. Johnson has been elevated to professor of Anatomy.

Dr. Johnson joined the ACOM faculty more than 10 years as an associate professor of Anatomy. Prior to coming to ACOM, Dr. Johnson taught at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Dr. Johnson received his Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology from the University of California in San Diego. He earned his Doctorate in Integrative Biology from the University of Texas, Southwest Medical Center, in Dallas, Texas.

Dr. Johnson is a member of the International Association of Medical Educators and American Association for Anatomy. His research includes analyzing human genetic variations in relation to disease progression.

Please join us in congratulating and supporting Dr. Johnson in his new role.

Eric Johnson Named Professor of Anatomy2024-06-28T16:55:20-05:00

Shane Warren, PhD, named director of Research and Grant Development

The Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine (ACOM) is pleased to welcome Shane T. Warren, PhD, as Director of Research and Grant Development as well as Assistant Professor of Medical Education.

Dr. Warren comes to ACOM from Mississippi State University (MSU) in Starkville, Mississippi where he served as Deputy Director of Research and Development. He brings more than 10 years of experience in research and analysis to ACOM.

He received his Bachelor of Science in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He earned his Doctorate in Educational Psychology from Mississippi State University in Starkville, Mississippi.

As Director of Research and Grant Development, Dr. Warren will provide support to our faculty and students who are involved in research projects, as well as coordinate and support the growth of research across the ACOM campus.

Shane Warren, PhD, named director of Research and Grant Development2024-06-03T11:32:31-05:00

ACOM Receives Top Accreditation Status

DOTHAN, Ala. – The Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine (ACOM) is pleased to announce it has been awarded the highest accreditation status, Accreditation with Exceptional Outcome, by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA).

The 10-year re-accreditation for ACOM is the longest accreditation cycle COCA grants. COCA is the accrediting agency for colleges of osteopathic medicine, reporting to the U.S. Department of Education.

To earn re-accreditation, ACOM successfully underwent a rigorous evaluation to determine its compliance with COCA’s 12 accreditation standards and 80 elements, related to the school’s mission, resources, and curriculum.

“I want to thank our faculty and staff for their hard work and their contributions to ACOM’s strategic planning and accreditation process, especially for their focus on the well-being and success of our students,” said James C. Jones, DO, FACEP, dean of ACOM. “This accreditation status is a direct reflection of the critically important work being done at ACOM on a day-to-day basis.”

Dr. Jones said the medical school received the accreditation decision this week following COCA’s meeting on April 11-12. During that meeting, the Commission reviewed the comprehensive report ACOM submitted in September 2023, as well as the report of ACOM’s seven-year comprehensive site visit that was conducted in December 2023. ACOM previously received a seven-year accreditation.

“Our next comprehensive site visit will be held in the academic year 2033-2034,” said Carmen Lewis, PhD, MBA, vice president of Institutional Effectiveness at ACOM, who leads the accreditation readiness processes “We will continue our efforts to ensure high academic standards and continuous quality improvement through our strategic planning process and supplemental reports to COCA.”

ACOM Receives Top Accreditation Status2024-04-23T13:22:55-05:00

Sappington Receives ACEP/EMRA Award

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Alexandra Sappington, fourth-year ACOM student (OMS IV), recently received the National Outstanding Medical Student Award from the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) and the Emergency Medicine Residents’ Association (EMRA).

Alexandra is one of this year’s nine recipients of the award, representing medical schools from across the country. She was chosen for dedication to her training, commitment to compassionate patient care, professionalism, and community service.

This annual award honors exceptional fourth-year medical student ACEP/EMRA members who demonstrate humanism/professionalism, leadership to medical organizations, community service, research, and academic excellence. Nominations for the award are open to students in good standing at any US or international allopathic or osteopathic medical school. A maximum of 10 students may receive the annual award, although only one student can be nominated per school.

Recognition for this accomplishment was included in EMRA’s Spring Medical Student Forum.

Sappington Receives ACEP/EMRA Award2024-04-17T13:25:34-05:00

ACOM Students Speak at TROY University

Recently, three second-year ACOM students, Cassie Abrams, Miranda Byarly, and Maggie Russell were invited to speak at TROY University.

The ACOM students provided a panel discussion to an audience that included members of two biology senior seminar classes, as well as members of the pre-med honor society, AED.

Senior seminar is a course that prepares biology majors to transition from undergraduate school to their next step. As part of this course several panel discussions are held, including this one for students who plan to attend medical school.

Each of the ACOM students shared information on their personal journey which led them to medical school, offered advice on courses to take, whether or not to do a postbaccalaureate program, preparation for MCAT, and various other helpful topics.

They also spoke to the TROY students about preparing a personal statement, developing interview skills, and choosing a medical school that is the best fit for you. They concluded the discussion with some of the best and worst advice they had received before fielding questions from the audience.

ACOM Students Speak at TROY University2024-04-11T16:29:38-05:00

ACOM Alumni Fundraiser 2024

We are excited to announce this alumni fundraiser and we hope that you will consider ordering a T-shirt to raise money to continue improving our alumni programming. This year, we will be offering 3 styles of t-shirts. Please feel free to share this fundraiser with family, friends, neighbors, mentors, etc. Orders can be made using the links on this page. Just click on a design to begin an order. This fundraiser will run through April 22nd, and you will be able to pick up your shirts during the Graduation Exit Conference at ACOM on May 9th.  Thank you for supporting the ACOM Alumni Association.

Select Your Design:

Class of 2024

Proud Parent

Alumni

ACOM Alumni Fundraiser 20242024-03-27T11:23:24-05:00
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