Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine

11/07/2025

ACOM preceptors play a vital role in shaping the next generation of physicians. Through their mentorship, guidance and dedication, they help third and fourth-year students gain invaluable hands-on experience across our core site network.

We’re proud to recognize our 2025 Regional Preceptors of the Year for their commitment to excellence in medical education and their impact on the future of osteopathic medicine!

11/04/2025

Congratulations to Kevin Lillis, MPH, BSN, on his appointment to the Southern Medical Association’s Physicians-in-Training Committee!

Kevin, a third-year medical student at ACOM, brings more than a decade of experience as a Neuro ICU nurse and educator to his work in medicine. His passion for mentoring and empowering others continues to shape his journey as he combines his backgrounds in nursing and public health to pursue a future in Family Medicine and Obstetrics.

We’re proud to see Kevin representing ACOM and the osteopathic profession through his commitment to service, education and leadership.

11/03/2025

The future of healthcare starts with you.💙

Preceptors are essential to ACOM’s mission of guiding, mentoring and shaping tomorrow’s osteopathic physicians.

Interested in becoming a preceptor? Email jfhowell@acom.edu to learn more!

10/31/2025

With trick-or-treaters filling neighborhood streets tonight, let this be a reminder to slow down, stay aware and make safety part of the celebration.

Before you head out for the festivities, take a moment to review a few simple safety reminders:
• Choose costumes that fit well and don’t block vision
• Use reflective materials or carry a flashlight to stay visible
• Walk on sidewalks, cross at corners and stay alert near traffic
• Young children should be accompanied by an adult, and older kids should travel in groups on familiar routes
• Drivers—slow down in neighborhoods and watch for pedestrians

Wishing everyone a fun and safe evening celebrating the season!🧡

10/30/2025

October serves as a powerful reminder that behind every diagnosis is a person whose life has been forever changed.

Radiology Interest Group Vice President, Alis Mullen, and SGA Director of Wellness, Rebecca Best, created a display to help their peers see beyond the textbooks and imaging scans to remember that real people live with the impact of cancer every day.

Featuring four women whose stories of strength and survival are paired with radiology images of their breast cancer, the project creates a powerful connection between science and humanity. Ultimately, reminding us of our shared goal as student doctors to understand disease not just for the sake of medicine, but for the preservation of our patients’ minds, bodies, and spirits. 💗

10/17/2025

We are so proud of ACOM Student Timothy Thompson, OMS-III, for being named a 2025 AOF Thomas A. Quinn, DO, Osteopathic Scholarship recipient! This incredible recognition honors students who exemplify the true spirit of Osteopathic medicine — compassion, dedication and excellence in care. Congratulations, Student Doctor Thompson, on this well-deserved achievement!

Timothy Thompson, OMS-III, Alabama COM, is a 2025 AOF Thomas A Quinn, DO, Osteopathic Scholarship recipient. Congratulations, Student Doctor Thompson! This scholarship was made possible through a generous contribution from Thomas A. Quinn, DO, and his beloved wife Sissy, to recognize students in the profession who exemplify what it means to be an Osteopathic physician. Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine

10/16/2025

Congratulations to the 29 future physicians who were inducted into the Sigma Sigma Phi Honorary Osteopathic Service Fraternity over the weekend!

Sigma Sigma Phi is a national honor organization that recognizes exceptional osteopathic medical students who demonstrate leadership, academic excellence and a strong commitment to service. Members are dedicated to advancing the science and philosophy of osteopathic medicine while upholding the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct.

This year’s induction ceremony featured guest speaker Maxwell Jabaay, DO, ACOM Class of 2022, who shared insights on service, integrity and the lifelong impact of osteopathic principles in patient care.

We are proud of these students for exemplifying the mission and values of both Sigma Sigma Phi and ACOM as they continue their journey toward becoming compassionate, service-minded physicians.

10/15/2025

We are deeply grateful to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama’s Medical Scholarship Program for their steadfast commitment to improving access to healthcare in rural communities.💙 Their generosity has helped shape the next generation of physicians as 19 ACOM alumni are now practicing in rural, underserved areas, while 10 current students follow in their footsteps through this meaningful scholarship.

This partnership empowers our students’ dreams while making a tangible difference in the health of Alabamians and beyond.

Learn more about the program and its impact here: https://mediacenter.bcbsal.org/media-releases/releases-20250924

10/14/2025

Calling all ACOM Students and Alumni!📣

Haven’t joined ACOM Connect yet? Now’s your chance!

Stay connected with classmates, share your journey, mentor future physicians, and expand your professional network all in one exclusive ACOM community.

Join today➡️ www.acomconnect.com

10/13/2025

Our second-year medical students in Health Systems Science III recently participated in a Poverty Simulation. The simulation is an immersive experience that increases awareness of the daily challenges faced by individuals and families living in poverty.

The Community Action Poverty Simulation allowed students to navigate real-life scenarios that required difficult choices about housing, food, employment and healthcare. This hands-on exercise deepened understanding of how social and economic barriers impact health outcomes and strengthened empathy for future patients.

Learning to see beyond the clinical setting prepares our students to care for the whole person—mind, body and circumstance.💙

10/09/2025

InSPIRED to the Core Week 2025 reminded us what it truly means to live out ACOM’s Core Values — Integrity, Service, Passion, Innovation, Respect, Excellence, and Diversity.

Throughout the week, students, faculty and staff reflected on which core value resonated with them by writing it on an apple and sharing how they bring that value to life each day. Together, these apples created our “InSPIRED Tree,” a vibrant display of unity and purpose across campus.

We also saw our values in action throughout the community as several students led Clear the Air presentations at local high schools, educating teens about the dangers of va**ng and empowering them to make healthier choices.

Receiving the Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Distinction (HEED) Award for the third consecutive year is a reflection of how we truly live out our Core Values every day with compassion, collaboration and a shared commitment to making a difference. For ACOM, this recognition highlights our work is more than a health campaign; it represents a model for how values can extend beyond campus walls and create a scalable, community-centered and values-driven approach.

Weeks like this serve as a reminder that ACOM’s values aren’t just words on a wall — they’re the foundation of who we are and who we’re becoming as future physicians, educators and community leaders 🤝

10/08/2025

Thank you to the Southeast Health Foundation for their incredible generosity and ongoing support of our students! These scholarships make a meaningful difference in the lives of our future physicians, helping them continue their education, reduce financial barriers and stay focused on their calling to serve patients and communities across Alabama and beyond.

Their investment in these students' journey not only impacts the individual, but also strengthens the future of healthcare in our region. We are deeply grateful for the Foundation’s commitment to education, excellence, and service!

The Southeast Health Foundation is proud to support Southeast Health Employees, teenage volunteers at the Medical Center, and medical students at the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine through scholarship assistance!

25 scholarships were awarded for the 2025-2026 academic year to deserving members of the Southeast Health community. We extend our deepest gratitude to the generous donors who make this life-changing assistance possible.

The scholarships are managed through the following funds:
- ACOM Rural Medicine Scholarship
- George H. Stokes Award for Excellence in Pharmacology
- Michael Miller Memorial Scholarship
- Patsy S. McGowan Memorial Scholarship
- Suzanne & Ronald S. Owen Scholarship
- Walter Scott Foundation ACOM Scholarship
- Walter Scott Foundation Southeast Health Nursing Scholarship

To learn more about the Foundation and our scholarship programs, visit sehealthfoundation.org.