College of Osteopathic Medicine
Using OMM to Fight MMA Head Injuries
With a background in mixed martial arts (MMA), Assistant Professor of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Jayme Mancini, D.O., Ph.D., is combining her two interests to study how osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) can help mixed martial artists recover from head injuries.
Aspiring D.O.s Receive White Coats
The College of Osteopathic Medicine welcomed the Class of 2029 at events in Arkansas and Long Island, where future osteopathic physicians (D.O.s) celebrated the start of their medical education.
Serving Up Food Safety at Summer Barbecues
Associate Professor of Family and Sports Medicine Matthew Heller, D.O., provides insight and guidance on how to recognize, treat, and prevent food poisoning as the outdoor eating season kicks into high gear ahead of Labor Day.
A Warm Welcome on a Service-Learning Trip to Ghana
College of Osteopathic Medicine students Josena Joseph and Alaina M. Mitchell reflect on a service-learning trip to Ghana, where they learned about medicine and the true meaning of being invited.
The Practice of Care
When he joined the New York State (NYS) Board for Medicine in 2016, Amit M. Shelat (D.O. ’02) recognized it as an opportunity to combine his two passions: medicine and the well-being of his community.
Faculty Tenures, Promotions for 2025–2026
Several faculty members have been recognized for their outstanding teaching, scholarship, service, and commitment to the university and its students through tenure and promotions.
Healthcare Providers Feel Unprepared to Counsel Patients on Medical Marijuana
New research from the College of Osteopathic Medicine finds that most United States healthcare professionals believe they lack the necessary training to discuss medical cannabis with their patients.
Medical Student Recognized for Cardiovascular Research
NYITCOM student Jac Lun Lin will investigate how reduced levels of testosterone put men at a higher risk for developing vascular metabolic complications.
This Summer, Don’t Let Dehydration Ruin Your Workout
Sports medicine physician Hallie Zwibel, D.O., shares tips to stay hydrated during summer exercise.
The Ferrara Center for Patient Safety and Clinical Simulation Achieves Full Accreditation in Human Simulation
The center received full accreditation from the Association of Standardized Patient Educators, joining an elite group of institutions dedicated to advancing the science and art of simulation-based education for future healthcare professionals.