The COM Pod: an unfiltered look at life at Idaho's first medical school

What is osteopathic medicine? What does "DO" stand for? Hosts Brian Atkinson, Stephanie Dillon and Dr. Dennis Rau, alongside returning guest, ICOM Dean Dr. Thomas J. Mohr, answer those questions and many others related to osteopathic medicine. If you've ever wanted to know what the difference is between DOs and MDs, then this episode is for you!

It was incorrectly stated in this podcast that A.T. Still's family passed away due to influenza. Rather, two of his children passed away from meningitis. Please reference Still's biography in the link below.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• https://www.aacom.org/ 
• https://www.atsu.edu/museum-of-osteopathic-medicine/museum-at-still 
• https://icomtvids.uscreen.io/

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In this episode, host Brian Atkinson is joined by Russell Colbert, ICOM AV Support Specialist; Alex Lewin, ICOM OPP Opperations Coordinator, and Student-Doctor Lucas Simmons OMS-I. These four discuss technology used in ICOM's learning spaces including the OMM Lab and Auditoriums. You'll also hear about some non-technical aspects of ICOM and learn why sitting really is the new smoking.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• OMM Video Library
   https://icomtvids.uscreen.io/

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Happy National Women Physicians Day! February 3 is nationally recognized as Women Physicians Day in the United States. This day marks the birthday of Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman to receive a medical degree in the U.S. in 1849.

In this episode, host Stephanie Dillon is joined by Dr. Sarah Davis, ICOM Assistant Professor of OPP; Student-Doctor Erica Latorre, member of ICOM's Student Government Association and Health Professions Scholarship Program participant; and Student-Doctor Bailey Lervick, President of ICOM's American Medical Women's Association (AMWA). These three women discuss their respective journey to medicine and offer tips to other women interested in becoming physicians.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• Erica's Instagram: @MedSchoolMessHall
• Bailey's Instagram: @baileylervick
• ICOM AMWA Instagram: @icom_amwa
• Watch "The Feminine Touch" documentary at the following link: https://www.wedu.org/thefemininetouch/ 

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Did you know that the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) is the only Apple Distinguished School in Idaho?

In this episode, co-hosts Brian, Stephanie and Dr. Rau -- joined by special guest, Russell Colbert, ICOM's A/V Specialist -- explain what this means for the school and more importantly, its students, faculty and staff. Hear about how ICOM is using technology in some really unique ways.

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ICOM Student-Doctors Corey Berlant, Lijah Vann Gardner and Edward Letellier chat with Dr. Dennis Rau about their personal paths to pursuing a career in osteopathic medicine, and how osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) can play a significant role in patient care and treatment plans.

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Learn about the process of applying to medical school, as well as what the admissions requirements are for ICOM, as host Stephanie Dillon chats with ICOM Recruiter, Ellie Matthews, and second-year medical students Mitch Brady and Marwah Ahmad.

If you're interested in applying to osteopathic medical schools, visit https://www.aacom.org/become-a-doctor/how-to-apply-to-osteopathic-medical-college for step-by-step instructions on the application process.

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Brian Atkinson and Dina Buratto of ICOM's IT Team chat with Student-Doctors Zaid Ahmed and Sarah Patterson about their journey to ICOM.

Listen to this episode to learn about iPad study tips and note-taking apps that ICOM students have found to be helpful during their studies.

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This episode of The COM Pod focuses on Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM). Hosts Dr. Dennis Rau and Brian Atkinson, joined by Student-Doctors Kenneth Scott, OMS-II and Weston Grant, OMS-II, discuss their unique perspectives on OMM.

From discussing ICOM's Osteopathic Principles & Practice (OPP) curriculum, to the differences between DO's & MD's, this episode gives listeners an introductory look at the heart of osteopathic medicine. 

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In this episode of The COM Pod, hosts Brian Atkinson and Stephanie Dillon introduce Dr. Thomas Mohr, new Dean and Chief Academic Officer of the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine. 

Dr. Mohr shares his background, thoughts on osteopathic medicine, and how ICOM hopes to make an impact in the region's physician shortage, among other topics. Medical student Albert "Os" Nakayama, OMS-II, also makes an appearance, and asks Dr. Mohr a few questions from the student perspective. 

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The COM Pod is an inside look at Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine. It's an open conversation with students, faculty, and staff at ICOM. In this "first look" we get to meet the hosts and the show and hear a little about what kinds of topics will be covered.

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