College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, Northwest
College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, Northwest is a medical school in the US state of Oregon, in the city of Lebanon, established in the year 2011, offering a Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree.
College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, Northwest (COMP-Northwest) is a branch campus of Western University of Health Sciences and is located in Lebanon, Oregon. It was established to address the healthcare needs of the Pacific Northwest, focusing particularly on rural health and wellness.
Overview[edit | edit source]
COMP-Northwest was established in 2011 as an additional campus to the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP) in Pomona, California. It offers a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree and is dedicated to producing osteopathic physicians who are ready to meet the diverse healthcare challenges of the region.
Curriculum[edit | edit source]
The curriculum at COMP-Northwest is designed to integrate basic sciences, clinical sciences, and osteopathic principles throughout the four years of medical education. Students are exposed to early clinical experiences, allowing for a smooth transition from pre-clinical to clinical phases of their education.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The COMP-Northwest campus is equipped with state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, and other educational facilities. It also has simulation labs and an anatomy lab, providing students with hands-on learning experiences.
Community Involvement[edit | edit source]
COMP-Northwest emphasizes community involvement, and students participate in numerous outreach programs and health clinics to serve underserved populations in the region.
Accreditation[edit | edit source]
COMP-Northwest is accredited by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) and is a part of Western University of Health Sciences.
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