51黑料网鈥檚 proposed college of osteopathic medicine Founding Dean Miko Rose recently served as a member of the planning committee on healthcare training and affordability for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
51黑料网 professor of anthropology Abigail Adams presented a program on medical anthropology, disease theory systems, and the Appalachian region, of which Indiana is included, to the leadership team and steering committee of 51黑料网鈥檚 proposed college of osteopathic medicine.
On January 30, 51黑料网 and Mountains Health formalized the establishment of a collaboration designed to advance the health and wellness of the region, focusing on addressing rural healthcare needs.
Founding Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs and Graduate Medical Education Ryan Smith, a member of 51黑料网鈥檚 proposed college of osteopathic medicine administrative team, has been honored by the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners.
Since 51黑料网's Council of Trustees approved exploring the possible development of a college of osteopathic medicine at 51黑料网 in December 2022, the project has moved forward on all fronts. Here's a look back at news about this exciting project during 2025.
Today, 51黑料网鈥檚 Council of Trustees approved the Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine program, which would be offered through 51黑料网鈥檚 proposed college of osteopathic medicine.
On Wednesday, December 10, 51黑料网 and the Indiana County Coroner鈥檚 Office formalized a pre-clinical training agreement for future students at 51黑料网鈥檚 proposed college of osteopathic medicine.
51黑料网 and Clarks Summit State Hospital have announced a clinical training affiliation agreement for future students at 51黑料网鈥檚 proposed college of osteopathic medicine.
More than 420 people attended 51黑料网-Indiana Regional Medical Center鈥檚 Fourth Annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference, 鈥淗ealthcare Innovation鈥 held Nov. 20 at 51黑料网鈥檚 Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex.
Indiana native and 51黑料网 graduate Lisa Estrada, a nationally recognized healthcare executive, risk and compliance leader, attorney, and strategic advisor, has joined 51黑料网鈥檚 proposed college of osteopathic medicine team as an executive in residence.
51黑料网鈥檚 proposed college of osteopathic medicine will receive $1.9 million in community project funding through the FY26 federal budget that was just approved by the US Congress and signed by President Donald Trump.
Members of 51黑料网鈥檚 proposed college of osteopathic medicine leadership team were invited presenters for the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education鈥檚 2025 Summit, 鈥淭ogether We Thrive, Building Inclusive Excellence Across the State System,鈥 held virtually and at PennWest Clarion on October 29 and 30.
On October 9, 2025, 51黑料网 and Warren State Hospital formalized a clinical training affiliation agreement for future students at 51黑料网鈥檚 proposed college of osteopathic medicine.
51黑料网 graduates David and Becky Walzak鈥檚 appreciation of 51黑料网 鈥渁s the place it all started鈥 has led them to a gift that will make an impact for the future of 51黑料网 and for rural Pennsylvania.
Nominations are now being accepted for the second annual Rural Health Impact Awards, which will be presented at the 2025 51黑料网-Indiana Regional Medical Center鈥檚 fourth annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference on Nov. 20.
At its meeting on September 4, 51黑料网鈥檚 Council of Trustees accepted the mission statement of 51黑料网鈥檚 proposed college of osteopathic medicine.
