Department of Family Medicine
Department Faculty
Message from the Chair
The Department of Family Medicine focuses on comprehensive healthcare for patients of all age groups. Our medical practice and learning focus on healthcare maintenance, disease prevention, education, wellness, and psycho-social and cultural effects in the doctor-patient relationship.
Nancy Bono, D.O.
Chair, Department of Family Medicine
Mission
The Department of Family Medicine of NYIT’s College of Osteopathic Medicine is committed to the advancement of tomorrow’s healthcare professionals. This will be achieved through an innovative curriculum, patient centered care, and a faculty dedicated to teaching and research utilizing osteopathic principles and practice. Our department recognizes that human health and illness are directly influenced by biological, psychosocial, cultural, economic, and behavioral factors.
Vision
Our vision is to provide an environment that recognizes the importance of generalist/primary care through education, clinical expertise, and professionalism. We strive to become outstanding educators and compassionate clinicians for the diverse communities that we serve.
Contact Us
Long Island (Old Westbury)
Nancy Bono, Department Chair
Serota, room 116
516.686.3910
nbono@nyit.edu
Deitra E. Diggins, Administrative Assistant
516.686.3910
ddiggins@nyit.edu