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Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM)
Beyond their basic and clinical medical training, Osteopathic physicians (DO) receive training in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM). That is, in addition to their basic science and clinical training, DO’s are additionally able to use their hands to diagnose and treat injury and illness and encourage the body's natural tendency toward good health.
OMM enables physicians to treat their patients with the appropriate combination of medical procedures, medication, AND manipulation. This form of treatment can often result in immediate relief and/or increased speed of healing. Visit the American Osteopathic Association to read how DO’s have made a significant difference in the lives of patients who thought they had run out of options.
Beyond their basic and clinical medical training, Osteopathic physicians (DO) receive training in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM). That is, in addition to their basic science and clinical training, DO’s are additionally able to use their hands to diagnose and treat injury and illness and encourage the body's natural tendency toward good health.
OMM enables physicians to treat their patients with the appropriate combination of medical procedures, medication, AND manipulation. This form of treatment can often result in immediate relief and/or increased speed of healing. Visit the American Osteopathic Association to read how DO’s have made a significant difference in the lives of patients who thought they had run out of options.
Transferring into WesternU's College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
We welcome you to apply for transfer into the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific if you:
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have completed one or two years at a Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA).
or Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) accredited medical institution. -
your current institutions' curriculum is compatible with the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific's.
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are in good academic standing at the school where you are currently enrolled.
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are eligible for continuation at the school where you are currently enrolled.
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meet the admission requirements.
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are willing to complete the last 50% of instruction at the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific.
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are willing to complete all osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) requirements prior to graduation.
Application Process
Before you get started on the application, contact the transfer admissions counselor for details regarding your transfer eligibility and curriculum compatibility. After the transfer admissions counselor has confirmed you are eligible to apply, please select the year you are interested in transferring into from the options below for details on the application process.
To give you peace of mind, we will let you know we've received your primary and your secondary application within two weeks of receipt. Should you be invited to interview, you can expect to hear from us within a week after we receive your completed application packet.
We are happy to answer your questions as you navigate through the application process,
so please do not hesitate to contact us if we can help.
