Tag: Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine

NSU University School Students Gain Hands-On Medical Experience

NSU University School Upper School students in the NSU Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (NSU-KPCOM) Fellowship have been participating in hands-on learning experiences under the guidance of NSU medical professionals. The Fellows recently participated in a suture demonstration led by Nicholas Lutfi, D.P.M anatomy department chair at the NSU Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine. Students received an overview of each surgical tool and learned proper suturing techniques. The Medical Fellows also had the opportunity to participate in a simulation lab led by Noel Alonso, MD and his medical students. Fellows learned how to take and monitor important vital signs, received a step-by-step intubation demonstration, and experienced a virtual reality childbirth simulation. These invaluable opportunities provide the knowledge and skills students will need as they continue to develop their passion for medicine and work toward a career in healthcare.

 

KPCOM’s B.S. in Human Nutrition Program Welcomes Accreditation Site Visit

The Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine’s (KPCOM) Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition program hosted site visitors from the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) on November 18 and 19.  The program is seeking accreditation for a unique concentration that will offer students a professional outcome as registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs).

Following the completion of a robust self-study by the KPCOM’s Department of Nutrition in August 2019, ACEND reviewers came to NSU to validate the findings. The visit included personal meetings with faculty members, administration, and senior leaders. Members of the program’s advisory board and representatives from areas of academic support at NSU also contributed.

While the official ACEND report is forthcoming, the program expects to begin this new specialization in the fall of 2020. Along with the Future Education Model Graduate program for RDNs, this second successful accreditation effort in two years builds a strong foundation for future practice and highlights the KPCOM’s Department of Nutrition as a unique provider of quality education in this field.

For more information, please contact Ioana Scripa, Ph.D., RDN, LDN, program director, at iscripa@nova.edu.

M.S. in Nutrition Program Hosts Inaugural RDN White Coat Ceremony

The Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Master of Science in Nutrition program held its inaugural white coat ceremony for graduate student dietitians (RDNs) on November 13. Family members, faculty and staff members, and senior leadership enjoyed a touching ceremony to honor the students as they entered practicum training.

Lucille Beseler, M.S., RDN, LDN, CDE, former president of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, inspired everyone with a keynote address, challenging the students to champion excellence. Students were then welcomed into the profession of nutrition and dietetics as they proudly donned their new coats after taking a pledge to the academy’s code of ethics. The white coats displayed a new patch design, closely resembling that of the D.O. program, with a fun twist to showcase nutrition with an apple.

“The evening provided warm and fulfilling moments that captured why we do this,” said Stephanie Petrosky, M.S., RDN, LDN, FAND, program director and department chair. “We are proud of the hard work and dedication of our students and faculty members to this new program.”

The inaugural cohort of students in the RDN program are Sara Brobeck, Jessie Brownstein, Yasmin Chauan, Katie Emerson, Cassandra Evans, Angelica Green, Cara Milman, Christina Perez, and Luciana Perasso.

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2023 Raises More Than $9,000 for Men’s Health

The Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine class of 2023 at the Fort Lauderdale/Davie and Tampa Bay Regional campuses brought out their mustaches as they participated in the month long Movember fundraising campaign.

Held every November, the organization that began in 2003 in Australia has become the leading charity for men’s health, with the goal of reducing the number of men dying prematurely by 25 percent by the year 2030. The Big Moustache on Campus competition aims to continue the efforts in the United States as college students participate in a fun and competitive way for the cause.

The first-year D.O. students got involved as they took to social media, where they posted photos with grown-out or fake mustaches, followed with a caption that included statistics and facts covering the main issues affecting men, such as mental health, suicide prevention, and testicular and prostate cancer. Through social media, contests, and support from the KPCOM Student Government Association, the college raised $9,224, ranking 16 out of 733 university teams and first in Florida.

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Government Leaders Advocate on Capitol Hill

While Capitol Hill never takes a break from its active life of politicians, tourists, and everyday citizens, the Capitol witnessed the arrival of another demographic as 26 teams of osteopathic medical students, representing the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM), went to Washington, D.C., for the annual “COM Day on the Hill” event held October 17.

The AACOM event aims for osteopathic medical students to network, raise social media awareness, and voice their opinions to politicians regarding policies that directly affect medical students. NSU’s Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine was represented by two of its Student Government Association (SGA) leaders—Regina Zambrano, third-year student and SGA president, and Charles Bisbee, second-year student and SGA president-elect.

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Earns HHSC Scholarship

Hamzah Mughal

Hamzah Mughal, a class of 2023 NSU Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine student, was accepted into the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Scholarship Program. NHSC scholars receive three benefits in exchange for providing primary care service in one its designated Health Professional Shortage Areas—full coverage of the scholar’s tuition for as many years designated in his/her contract; a monthly stipend to aid with living expenses; and reimbursement of the student’s other reasonable costs, such as required materials, lab fees, etc. Student physicians who are awarded this scholarship must pursue a residency program in any of the primary care fields designated by the NHSC.

 

KPCOM Mourns the Loss of Howard Neer, D.O.

In the early morning hours of November 24, the osteopathic profession and Nova Southeastern University’s Dr. Kiran C. Patel College (KPCOM) lost a beloved and respected leader when Howard Neer, D.O., FACOFP, passed away at the age of 90.

Neer, who joined the KPCOM in 1992 and served in various roles throughout his 25-year NSU career, spent nearly seven decades furthering the cause of osteopathic medicine both statewide and nationally. After being named associate dean of clinical affairs in 1992, Neer transitioned to his longstanding position as the college’s associate dean of alumni affairs in 1993. His NSU career culminated when he was named executive associate dean for professional affairs for the Health Professions Division.

During a career overflowing with accomplishment, Neer, a 1954 graduate of the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, became an impactful leader, becoming president of the Broward County Osteopathic Medical Association in 1960. He also served as president of numerous other organizations, including the Florida Osteopathic Medical Association in 1976 and the American Osteopathic Association in 1995.

Not surprisingly, Neer’s dedication to the osteopathic medical profession earned him innumerable accolades.

1986 – Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Distinguished Service Award

1997 – Florida Osteopathic Association Physician of the Year Award

2001 – American Osteopathic Foundation Horizon Award

2001 – Florida Society of the American College of Family Physicians Lifetime Achievement Award

2007 – Florida Osteopathic Medical Association Lifetime Achievement Award

2007 – NSU Health Professions Division Distinguished Service Award

2016 – Broward County Osteopathic Medical Association Lifetime Achievement Award

Early Immersion Presentation of “Fuel Up Right. It’s a Jungle Out There” for UNIV1000 First Year Experience Students

Our very own KPCOM’s nutrition department partnered with Publix Aprons Cooking School to provide a fun, nutrition focused activity for First Year Experience students. The freshman enjoyed a nutrition lesson, a grocery store scavenger hunt and finished off with creating their own unique smoothies with fresh fruits and vegetables. Faculty and graduate nutrition students provided nutrition education and facilitated the activities. The scavenger hunt winners received prizes provided by the ExEL Career Services team. All participants were entered into a drawing to win a free Aprons cooking class. We are grateful to our community partner, Publix Aprons, Chef Rey and his awesome team for making this event a great success!  Our next Early Immersion event is on Nov 6th and a secondary offering on the 7th. If interested in our next free event, please sign up via ExEL Career Services. Graduate students involved include Cara Millman and Angelica Green. Faculty included Melinda Luis, M.S., RDN, LDN Adjunct Faculty, Petra Colindres, M.A., RDN, LDN, IBCLC, Assistant Professor, Nadine Milkati, Ph.D., RDN, LDN Associate Professor.

KPCOM Students Earn Induction into OBI

Pictured (from left) are Joshua Berko, Neil Sood, and Matthew Heffelfinger.

Joshua Berko, Matthew Heffelfinger, and Neil Sood, who are second-year NSU Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine students, were inducted into Omega Beta Iota (OBI)—the National Osteopathic Political Honor Society—on October 26 at the American Osteopathic Association’s OMED annual medical conference in Baltimore, Maryland. Induction into OBI is an honorary recognition for politically active medical students and professional mentors who demonstrate excellence in health care politics.

KPCOM Establishes Health and Wellness Coaching Bachelor’s Program

The KPCOM received approval to launch its third bachelor’s degree program—a Bachelor of Science in Health and Wellness Coaching (HAWC) in partnership with NSU’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS). The new program, which will begin in fall 2020, also offers students an option for an accelerated Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree program, as well as an option for dual admission into the CAHSS’s Master of Science in Family Therapy program.

The HAWC program will be offered as a traditional on-site, daytime model at the Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus. Faculty members from the KPCOM, the CAHSS, the Halmos College of Natural Sciences and Oceanography, and the College of Medical Sciences will teach the courses.

The curriculum will provide opportunities for the HAWC students to participate in global and domestic health outreach initiatives with undergraduate public health, nutrition, family studies, and pre-counseling students. Classroom instruction will be augmented with innovative, community-based, experiential learning opportunities that include the use of contemporary information technology.

Additionally, the curriculum will provide opportunities for immersion in experiential learning and clinical research. Curricular aspects will also encompass essential principles of human and family systems theories, varying perspectives of wellness and nutrition, public health, research methods and evaluation in coaching, ethics of coaching, and clinical practice.

Future graduates will attain the skills necessary to provide personalized health solutions for patient and clients in a holistic manner. This includes the ability to assess client lifestyles and family support systems, develop tailored diet and/or wellness plans, create health education materials, conduct health workshops and seminars, build a clinical practice, and apply solution-building strategies to coaching.

“We are very excited about this new bachelor’s program, since it will provide a unique pathway for students to enter the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine,” said Phyllis Filker, D.M.D., M.P.H., associate dean of undergraduate, graduate, and community education. “The HAWC major also provides an opportunity for students not interested in becoming a physician to be a vital part of the health care team.”

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