Promoting your personal wellness and academic success
At ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ COM we recognize that you are as unique as fingerprints, or, in medical terms, those cutaneous ridges on the bulbs of the distal phalanx of our fingers. The osteopathic principles teach us that everything is interconnected, and, in the same vein, we acknowledge that you need continuous support to grow academically, professionally, and personally. By adhering to these principles, we promote your personal wellness and academic success as you pursue your osteopathic medical degree and your passion for practicing medicine.
If you are considering applying to ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ COM, or researching how the program aligns with your present or future goals, visit our Admissions page. There you will gain insight into everything from touring campus, to course requirements, and financial aide information. For an in-depth understanding of our academic programs, the Academic Curriculum details what you can expect from years 1-4 of your medical education.
Amy Lin ’23
My decision to pursue medicine has not always been obvious and has certainly been challenged. I am a first-generation Chinese-American student who does not come from a family of health care providers. I grew up in Chinatown where most residents, including my family, highly valued eastern medicine such as acupuncture and Tai chi. However, these experiences have helped me become receptive to alternative forms of medicine.
I became interested in osteopathic medicine after witnessing a fascinating osteopathic manipulation demonstration. The student doctor measured the patient’s legs and determined that the right was longer than the left. The student doctor then located landmarks and performed a high-velocity low amplitude thrust technique which resulted in restoring both legs to the same length and relieving the patient of pain. I was intrigued at how something that looked so simple to perform could yield immediate results.
I felt as though I discovered a big secret: there were doctors who practice medicine with an extra set of tools that traditional doctors did not carry. This demonstration, combined with my background in eastern medicine, has motivated me to choose osteopathic medicine. I am confident that ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ COM will prepare me to be the best osteopathic physician I can be.
I felt as though I discovered a big secret — there were doctors who practice medicine with an extra set of tools that traditional doctors did not carry. I am confident that ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ COM will prepare me to be the best osteopathic physician I can be.
As a ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ COM student, you have opportunities both in and out of the classroom. You can choose to get involved in our community to enrich your experiences in the classroom with practical applications. Browse through the list of more than 40 clubs and organizations that promote healthy lifestyles, professional growth, and ever-lasting friendships.
To aid in successfully maintaining school/life balance, you have access to Student Support Services on the Biddeford campus. Ranging from tutoring to health appointments, and counseling, we recognize that there are many factors that lead to your success and have structured our services based on this belief.
We pride ourselves on being student-centered, student-friendly, and family-friendly. As you embark on this new chapter in your life, we welcome you into our family, so that when you are here you are home.