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Club Description

Our mission statement: to strengthen the relationship between students, faculty members, and other student organizations while promoting excellence in osteopathic family medicine through quality education and responsible advocacy.

Becoming a SAACOFP member is FREE! By becoming a member you will gain access to all of our speakers, volunteering events, scholarships and other opportunities.

We provide great networking opportunities with other medical students, residents and attending physicians. We have a variety of speaker to showcase all of the opportunities/possibilities you can have while practicing as a family medicine physician. Even if your passion isn’t family medicine we have speakers on various residency tips and trick, as well has different practice models such as direct primary care.

Club Activities include: * Asbury Woods Invasive Species Clean Up * Donation Drives * Guest speakers on topics such as what to look for in residency programs, what is direct primary care, how to implement OMT into your practice and many more. * Fundraisers include: white coat embroidery sale and our pin sale

We provide students with the opportunities to get involved with ACOFP (American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians) on a national level.

Next years ACOFP conference will be in New Orleans, Louisiana! This is a GREAT networking opportunity with students and physicians from around the United States who are all passionate about being an osteopathic family physician! Last years conference included a student session that included an OMT workshop and a skills workshop.

Come prepare yourself for life after medical school and join SAACOFP!

Officers

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Richard Ortoski

President: Michael Matteis

Vice President: Edwin Zhu

Secretary: Janet Johns

Treasurer: Samuel Calkins

Volunteer Coordinator: Aaliya Khaja

Co-National Liaison: Bryce Selman

Co-National Liaison: Jung-In Park

News & Events

• Color A Smile
  February 25, 2025
  Color A Smile Volunteer Opportunity & Family Medicine Update 2/24/25: 5PM – 6:30PM Vora Lounge This will be a formatted meeting to update to the family medicine club’s goals in the coming year a in combination with a volunteer opportunity to brighten…
• AIDS Day Candies for Cure & Quilt Making
  December 3, 2024
  AIDS Awareness Day – Candies for Cure & Quilt Making DATES & TIMES FOR CANDY GRAM DISTRIBUTION: Wednesday, December 4th, 2024 in students’ lockers DATES & TIMES FOR QUILT MAKING: Thursday, December 5th, 2024, 11:30-2:00 P.M.   LOCATIONS: Lockers (Candy Gram) Case Room…
• History & Physical Practical Review Session
  November 11, 2024
  DATES & TIMES: Thursday, December 5th, 2024, 5:30-7:30 P.M. LOCATION: OPP Lab We will be hosting an H&P review session for OMS-1 on techniques such as taking blood pressure, exams of the eyes, ENT, MSK, abdomen, etc., supervised by faculties & experienced…
• Volunteering @ Second Harvest Food Bank
  October 3, 2024
  DATES & TIMES: Saturday, October 5th, 2024, 9:00-11:30 A.M. LOCATION: Second Harvest Food Bank Warehouse 1507 Grimm Drive, Erie, PA 16501 *Volunteers will work alongside other volunteers & Second Harvest staff to accomplish the “Project of the Day”. While warehouse projects vary…

Officers

PRESIDENT: Nevin Anderson

VICE PRESIDENT 1: Sanjana Ravi

VICE PRESIDENT 2: Mark Leone

SECRETARY: Muhammed Alam

TREASURER: Louisa Warnke

LDP REPRESENTATIVES:  Cassandra Holub, Rebekah Moshier, Salmman Ahmed

PBL REPRESENTATIVES: Alec Basile, Chris Pusatere

DSP REPRESENTATIVE: Whitney Brown

PCSP Representative: DJ Pfeiffer

News & Events

• AOCPMR Pin Sale
  August 31, 2021
  Help support the PM&R Club and order a custom lapel pin to go with your white coat! AOCPMR will be having a pin sale fundraiser for the Class of 2024 and Class of 2025. Pins are $5 each. Online orders via Google…

Club Description

The Christian Medical and Dental Society (CMDA) is a national organization of physicians, dentists, and medical and dental students who strive to integrate their Christian beliefs within the health care that they provide. As a student chapter, CMDA attempts to achieve this through fellowship, prayer, Bible study, and communication with the local graduate chapter and the national office. CMDA encompasses five core themes to its mission, which are: (1) whole person medicine, (2) medical and dental ethics, (3) medical and dental missions, (4) medical and dental marriages, and (5) sharing our faith in Jesus Christ. With chapters in nearly every U.S. medical and dental school, CMDA provides opportunities for fellowship with other Christian health profession students at LECOM as well as at other schools.

Officers

President: Keziah Ann Thomas

Vice President: Maclyn Vasey

Treasurer/ Secretary: Emily Vo

Advisor: Dr. Leah Labranche

News & Events

Club Description

The mission of the LECOM Dermatology Club is to provide a community of academia, support, and resources to medical students interested in the field of dermatology. As well as raise awareness for interest in a future residency in dermatology, strengthen application competitiveness, and introduce novel exposure to the field.

Officers

President: Peter Baldwin

Vice President: Daniyal Hasan

Secretary: Uzma Jafry

Treasurer: Millanjit Kaur

National Liaison: Arianna Feller

Club Advisor: Noelle R.J. Thielman

News & Events

• Dermatology Club Hoodie and Sweater Sale
  October 24, 2023
  Support the Dermatology Club by getting a hoodie or sweater in one of the following colors: black, blue, or grey. They will have the LECOM logo in the upper left corner of the chest.
• Meeting with Dr. Owen Reynolds, board-certified dermatologist
  October 4, 2021
  Zoom meeting with Dr. Owen Reynolds, board-certified dermatologist in Boston, to talk about the field of dermatology and answer any questions students may have. He has been practicing for over 40 years and has expertise in psoriasis treatment.
• Meeting with Dr. Delost, board-certified dermatologist
  March 22, 2021
  Board-certified dermatologist and graduate of LECOM will be talking about his experiences and advice for residency applications.
• Dermatology Club T-Shirt Sale
  September 28, 2020
  Hi all! We are selling LECOM long sleeve T-shirts! A great way to get LECOM gear right now!

Club Description

Welcome to DO2 Max club! Our goal is to provide an athletic outlet for students during the week. We organize and run different events throughout the week to give LECOM students a friendly and supportive environment to compete in. During the spring and fall we have soccer, flag football, ultimate Frisbee, and volleyball; however, we are always open to suggestions! All are welcome regardless of ability or previous experience, so let’s have some fun!

Officers

President: Dominic Manzella

Vice President: Colin Mclaughlin

Secretary: Ramya Nissankula

Treasurer: Shruthi Suresh

Advisor: Dr. Kulesza

News & Events

• DO2 Max Spring Raffle
  March 22, 2021
  DO2 Max will be having a spring raffle with 3 winners earning running and LECOM gear! A google spreadsheet will be posted on the DO2 Max facebook page. You earn points towards the raffle by walking or running for the week Aril 5-11.
• Polar Plunge
  October 20, 2019
  Be a Part of the Polar Plunge! Come join members from LECOM as they participate in the Polar Plunge on Saturday November 16th! Use the link below to sign up to plunge or donate to our team! Check out LECOM's team fundraising page for Special Olympi

Club Description

The Emergency Medicine Club provides students with an interest in Emergency Medicine the opportunity to learn, develop and practice skills that are pertinent to Emergency Medicine. The practice of these techniques will benefit students during their rotations and residency. The EM club serves as a centralized source of information to expose students and provide opportunities for those interested in a career in EM. The club operates through its commitment to osteopathic medicine and participates in service activities within the Erie community.

Club activities include:

• Radiology review, suture clinic, IV clinic, intubation lab, surgical airway lab, ultrasound clinic
• Guest speakers on topics regarding pursuing a career in EM from different perspectives: 4th year medical student, resident and attending
• Community service projects: Refugee health fair, Relay for Life, and Celebrate Erie
• Fundraising

Officers

PRESIDENT: Sierra Ziegler

VICE PRESIDENT: Anna Meyer

SECRETARY: Aneesha Balachander

TREASURER: Connie Yang

SOCIAL MEDIA LIASON: Shiva Gowda

CLUB ADVISOR: Brian Risavi

News & Events

• LECOM Students to Provide First Aid Support at AFJ-ROTC Commandos Competition
  October 24, 2024
  On November 9, 2024, students from LECOM will be offering first aid support at the AFJ-ROTC Commandos Competition at McDowell Intermediate High School in Erie, PA. This event is a challenging military-style athletic competition featuring activities like ropes courses, tire flipping, and…
• Advanced Airway Management Seminar
  September 5, 2024
  We would like to give our members the opportunity to participate in an advanced Airway Management Seminar run by Dr. Risavi and other certified instructors. This event will be held on a Saturday to talk to EM club members about respiratory emergencies…
• Dry Bag Survival Kit Sale
  September 5, 2024
  We would like to host a LECOM Emergency medicine sale to promote and raise funds for the club. We will be selling waterproof ‘survival bags’ which will contain items such as an emergency blanket, cold pack, whistle, bandages, flashlight, etc. This bag…
• EM Club Mass Casualty Training
  August 27, 2024
  EM Club is hosting an event to give students experience in triaging for mass casualty events. The EM Club advisor, Dr. Risavi, will be giving this training to students. We will have a sign up sheet and cap the limited number of…

Club Description

The Internal Medicine Club is devoted to educating medical students on the various aspects of being an internist. Goals of the club include educating students on the specialties available to internists, what to expect on an Internal Medicine clerkship, and other current issues that may arise in the field of Internal Medicine. Past speakers have included but are not limited to: Cardiology, Hematology, Oncology, Internists, and Pulmonologists.

Officers

President: Maryam Khan

Vice President: Katie Tulp

Secretary: Kaitlyn Stirling

Treasurer: Luke Tsudis

Club Advisor: Dr. Carmine D’Amico

News & Events

• Free IM Club Shirts
  December 3, 2024
  IM Club will be passing out free shirts to all members of the club, both first and second years. Members must have paid dues to receive the shirt. We will distribute them in the Vora Lounge once they arrive sometime in December…
• Dr. Risavi: How to Suceed on Rotations and in Residency
  October 28, 2024
    Dr. Brian Risavi graduated from the Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency in Emergency Medicine at St. Lukes Hospital in Bethlehem, PA. Currently, he is an assistant professor of emergency medicine at LECOM. He also serves…
• Dr. Risavi Guest Speaker: How to Suceed on Rotations and Residency
  October 24, 2024
  Dr. Brian Risavi graduated from the Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency in Emergency Medicine at St. Lukes Hospital in Bethlehem, PA. Currently, he is an assistant professor of emergency medicine at LECOM. He also serves as…
• LECOM Apparel Sale
  October 24, 2024
  The Internal Medicine Club will be hosting a LECOM apparel sale as a club fundraiser through Prep SportsWear! Apparel can be ordered online and you will be able to pick up your order at LECOM at a later date designated by the…

Club Description

International Medical Society is LECOM’s primary organization focused on international health. Members bring with them their experiences from serving on overseas mission trips from countries such as Uganda, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic to name a few. As students of the club are passionate about serving both locally and globally, we encourage others to participate in medical mission trips and further connect students to service opportunities. IMS also prides itself on its active involvement serving the Erie community by helping the myriad of refugees in Erie. Throughout these opportunities, the International Medical Society hopes to offer members a glimpse into international healthcare practices and public health.

Officers

Club Advisor: Dr. Sarah McCarthy

President: Melinda Dacri-Kim

Co-Vice Presidents: Amal Saeed & Cindy Lam

Treasurer: Farah Qureshi

Multicultural Community Resource Center (MCRC) Coordinator: Amulya Kullkarni

News & Events

Club Description

The American Medical Muslim Student Association (AMMSA) is an organization created to provide a common outlet for LECOM’s Muslim student population. As part of LECOM’s student body, the AMMSA seeks to positively change the surrounding community through service and outreach. The AMMSA places a particular emphasis on using the unique cultural perspective of its members to interact with populations in a way that both complements and enhances the work of other service organizations.

Officers

Co-President: Faysal Abu-Samhan

Co-President: Sana Zulfiqar

Secretary: Salam Hasaba

Treasurer: Imran Husain

Event Coordinator: Mohammad Qasem

National Liaison: Ajwad Rajput

Club Advisor: Dr. Fahim Kadir

News & Events

• AMMSA LECOM Patagonia Sale
  March 6, 2025
  The AMMSA will be selling LECOM-branded Patagonia jackets to students and staff. These high-quality winter jackets will give students the opportunity to express pride in their school while staying warm. Don’t miss your chance to purchase an exclusive LECOM Branded Patagonia! Contact…
• AMMSA Iftaar (dinner) gathering
  March 6, 2025
  Ramadan is a sacred month observed by Muslims worldwide, marked by fasting from dawn to sunset. Join AMMSA on March 7th at 6:00 PM in the LECOM Education Center for an Iftaar Dinner, where we will break our fast together with delicious…
• AMMSA Discussion Night
  January 30, 2025
  Join us on Tuesday, February 4th, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at the Hammocks Clubhouse. The evening will include a formal transition of the executive board, with outgoing members passing on their responsibilities to the incoming board. We will also hold…
• LECOM AMMSA The North Face Sale
  November 21, 2024
  The AMMSA will be selling LECOM-branded The North Face jackets to students and staff. These high-quality winter jackets will give students the opportunity to express pride in their school while staying warm. Don’t miss your chance to purchase an exclusive LECOM Branded…

Club Description

Mentoring Club is a service-based club that allows LECOM students the opportunity to volunteer at the Erie Heights Kids Club, a local nonprofit, on a weekly basis. A TOUCH qualified volunteering opportunity, we aim to bring joy & entertainment to the kids through fun games and holiday celebrations. Through Mentoring, LECOM students are able to build connections with the kids and have a positive impact on the local Erie Community.

Officers

President: Arden Bui

Vice President: Ananya Ganesan

Treasurer: Amelia Kilduff

Secretary: Heli Butala

News & Events

• Volunteer with APAMSA and the Mentoring Club to Celebrate Diwali!
  October 9, 2024
  Join APAMSA and the Mentoring Club in volunteering at the Erie Kids Club and share the vibrant cultural traditions of Diwali. Volunteers will lead fun, hands-on activities with the children, including traditional Henna art, creating Rangoli on the blacktop, and making decorative…
• Mentoring Club is Back!!
  August 9, 2024
  After a temporary summer hiatus, Mentoring Club is back and ready then ever to get back out at the Kids Club! Weekly volunteering will resume starting Wednesday, September 4th, where one hour a week sign ups will be sent to come out…
• Celebrate Earth Day and Treat Yourself!
  March 10, 2024
  Help support the Mentoring Club with little pick me up Earth Day bags. Bags will revolve around Earth day, and will include Earth stickers, bone shaped pens, and sweet treats. Google form will be sent out for purchasing, and distribution will happen…
• Books & Board Games Drive for Erie Heights Kids Club
  January 10, 2024
  Mentoring Club Erie is looking to collect some new board games & books for the Erie Heights Kids Club. To support their learning, we are requesting LECOM students to consider donating some books & board games (gently used are okay). The age…

Club Description

To engage LECOM students currently serving in the military, those interested in serving, as well as significant others or close relatives of those serving. To provide education on the unique challenges associated with such a career. To participate in community engagement centered around past and present military members in the Erie area.

Officers

President: Jake Holloway

VP: Blake Beck

Treasurer: Mehlam Kadwalwala

Advisor: Dr. Regan Shabloski

News & Events

• Military Medicine Club T-shirt Sale
  November 1, 2021
  T-Shirt sale for Military Medicine Club.

Club Description

As a club our mission is to connect the LECOM student community with high quality resources to inform and prepare for a career in either Neurology or Psychiatry. As a group we also stand for the promotion of mental health awareness and neurological health practices.

Officers

President – Jonathan Ly

Vice President – Mohammad Qasem

Treasurer – Jacob Selbi

Secretary – Vaishnavi Mantraratnam

Public Relations – Emma Kinnear

Research Coordinator – Ashley Rakuljic

Club Advisor: Dr. Regan Shabloski

Club Description

This club will be of special interest to anyone that foresees a profession in Oncology. With that being said, cancer patients often have many other health conflicts other than their cancer, frequently from subsequent complications by chemotherapy. This club will offer insight into these patients’ lives and treatments to better sympathize and better treat your patient in any field of medicine.

Officers

PRESIDENT: Laurie Horsch

VICE PRESIDENT: Vidhath Raghavan

SECRETARY: Vipheaviny Chea

TREASURER: Meredith May

EVENT COORDINATORS: Allysha Donnelly and Maninder Kaur

News & Events

• LECOM Oncology Club Donation to UPMC Children’s
  October 9, 2024
  Oncology as well as other participating clubs donated snacks to UPMC Children’s. These snacks are free of charge to children being treated at the hospital!
• Breast Cancer T-Shirt Sale
  April 16, 2024
  Oncology Club will be selling breast cancer T-shirts for October which is breast cancer awareness month. Shirts will cost $15 and proceeds will go to the Erie Cancer Wellness center. Order forms will be sent out Saturday August 3rd and are due…
• Cancer Screening Event sponsored by AHN
  March 27, 2024
  AHN is hosting a cancer screening event on October 12, 2024 from 7:30-1:30 and is asking for volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering please email lhorsch62161@med.lecom.edu by Monday September 23rd, 2024.
• Oncology Research Symposium Speaker
  October 17, 2023
  Dr. Amanda Przespolewski’s, a LECOM graduate in 2011 and will be presenting her current research trials regarding potential treatments for acute Myeloid Leukemia. She will be addressing her experience as a LECOM grad in residency, her path to Hematology Oncology, and a…

Club Description

The Pediatrics club is a club open to all students who are interested in the specialty of Pediatrics or who are interested in learning more. The goal of the Pediatrics Club is to provide opportunities for students to be exposed to events dealing with children and medicine, raise awareness for childhood illnesses, provide talks from pediatric specialists and residency programs, and garner a general understanding of the field of pediatric medicine. The Pediatric Club fosters to inspire fellow medical students and members to pursue different interests and to become involved in the welfare of the Erie community.

Officers

Club Advisor: Dr. Colleen Cole-Jeffrey

President: Andrea Jakubowski

Vice President: Connor Peeples

Secretary: Hanna Pavsek

Treasurer: Emma Carroscia

Social Media Coordinator: Emily Vo

Advisor: Dr. Colleen Cole-Jeffrey

News & Events

• Pediatrics Club Volunteer Event: Edinboro Elementary Science Fair
  March 6, 2025
  We have an upcoming volunteer opportunity at Edinboro Elementary Science Fair! At this event, you can work at educational tables we will have set up there for the elementary students. There will be multiple educational and fun activities including operation board games,…
• Peds Club Volunteer Event: Mckeen Elementary Science Fair
  January 30, 2025
  We have an upcoming Volunteer opportunity at the McKeen Elementary science fair! At the event, you can work with the elementary students at one of the four educational tables we will have set up there. We will have many educational and fun…
• WHMS and Pediatrics Club – NICU Christmas Basket Making Event
  October 28, 2024
  Please join WHMS and Pediatrics Club to make Christmas baskets for premature babies and families in Erie hospitals over Christmas! We will be collecting highly needed items for Grady’s Decision Non-Profit December 2-6. We will also be constructing the baskets together for…
• Pediatrics Club and WHMS – LECOM Embroidered Sweatshirt Sale
  October 28, 2024
  Hi, students!   Peds Club and Women’s Health and Medical Society are partnering up to offer students embroidered LECOM sweatshirts. These will make great holiday gifts for family and friends. We will be offering two sweatshirt options, a collegiate-esque, hem-ribbed Champion crewneck…

Club Description

Our mission is to promote the ideals of the Radiology discipline, provide support, guidance, and opportunities for medical students interested in the field of Radiology, and to give back to the Erie/LECOM community.

Officers

President: Andrew Nguyen

Vice President: Miftha Syed

Secretary: Sachita Barua

Treasurer: Julia Yu

Social Media Liaison: Vidhath Raghavan

Club Advisor: Dr. Randy Kulesza

News & Events

• Kickball Fundraiser Hosted by Radiology Club and Pathology Club
  August 9, 2024
  Kickball Fundraiser: Join the Fun and Support Radiology and Pathology Clubs! We are excited to announce that the Radiology Club and Pathology Club are co-hosting a Kickball Fundraiser! This event promises to be a fun-filled day of friendly competition, all for a…
• Everything You Need To Know About Radiology as a D.O.
  October 24, 2023
  We are excited to bring to you Dr. Nicholas Bell, DO, a renowned LECOM graduate radiologist who has been associated with Desert Radiology for half a decade. His expertise is reflected not only in his regular practice but also in the high-profile…
• How to get into Radiology: Speaker Event
  September 29, 2022
  Interested in radiology? Radiology club is hosting a speaker event on Tuesday, Oct 11 at 6:30-7:30 pm over zoom. Come and learn about how to prepare for residency applications and set yourself up for success! We are happy to announce our three…
• Radiology Club Guest Speaker
  October 26, 2021
  Join us in welcoming Dr. Henry Wei, a LECOM alumni, is currently a diagnostic radiologist PRG-1 at West Penn Hospital. He will discuss various topics on matching radiology, the innerworkings of diagnostic radiology, and hold a Q&A. This virtual event will take…

Club Description

The Student American Academy of Osteopathy has been organized by students of osteopathic medical colleges with 2 goals in mind. 

1) To acquire a better understanding of osteopathic principles, theories and practice, which include

• helping students attain a maximum proficiency in osteopathic structural diagnosis and treatment
• fostering a clear concept of clinical application of osteopathy in health and disease 

2) To improve public awareness of osteopathic medicine so that the community may better take advantage of the benefits provided by the complete health care concept of osteopathic medicine.

Officers

President: Emily Vetsch

Vice President: Sushil Sudhakar

National Liaison: Robert Smith

Secretary: Mackenzie Prosser

Treasurer: Kamila Pecherek

Advisor: Dr. Stephany Esper

News & Events

• SAAO Member Lanyards
  March 6, 2025
  SAAO would like to give away free lanyards to all club members. We would like to order 300, so each current member and new member would be able to get one if they would like one. We would pass them out during…
• SAAO Acupuncture and Relaxation Workshop
  February 25, 2025
  SAAO will be holding an acupuncture workshop in the OPP lab on Monday, April 7th from 5 to 6:30 pm. Dr. Stephany Esper and Dr. Hendryx will be teaching students how to do simple acupuncture to reduce stress followed by a short…
• SAAO Rita’s Italian Ice Fundraiser
  February 25, 2025
  On Monday, March 31st from 5pm to 8pm, SAAO will be holding a fundraiser at Rita’s on 1406 W Gore Rd. 15% of the proceeds will go to supporting our SAAO chapter. Come down to Rita’s and enjoy some dessert with SAAO!
• SAAO JumpStart Dinner
  January 20, 2025
  SAAO is holding a “JumpStart” working dinner with its newly voted executive board and forum writers to prepare for a year of success.

Club Description

The orthopedic surgery club is for students interested in orthopedic medicine. The club strives to expose members to orthopedic principles and help provide opportunities to interact with current residents and program directors. We hold events to introduce various orthopedic-related skills and techniques as well as information sessions with orthopedic surgery residency programs to help members develop into knowledgable and well-rounded candidates for residency applications.

Officers

President: Corey Zimmer

Vice President: Maggie Cunnignham

Secretary: Spencer Junod

Treasurer: Nick Vsail

National Liason: Imran Husain

Club Advisor: Dr. Joshua Tuck

News & Events

• Lip Sync Battle: Virtual Edition
  December 10, 2020
  Lip Sync Battle is back, this time Virtually! Teams will be asked to submit videos of themselves performing lip sync prior to a certain date. Then, viewers will donate money to their favorite team! The team that receives the largest donation wins!
• SOMA Small Equipment Sale
  December 10, 2020
  SOMA will be selling the Small Equipment package for students for the History and Physical course. The sale will be completed via an online link (https://www.steeles.com/products/lecom-soma-student-discount-order-form).
• LECOM-CMDA Winter Accessory Sale
  December 10, 2020
  CMDA will be selling winter beanie hats, winter headbands, scarves and backpacks in our Winter Accessory Sale. Make sure to grab some winter LECOM gear to keep you warm as it starts to get colder out. These items also make great winter Holiday gifts!

Club Description

Simulation’s mission is to reinforce the classroom material with clinical knowledge that students otherwise might not get until rotations or residency, giving our student body a head-start on developing clinical skills. During each monthly meeting, we go over two case scenarios chosen and presented by a volunteer from among our members, assisted by our faculty advisors Dr. Sabirov and Dr. Coughlin. The cases are run as real clinical scenarios where we as members are encouraged to critically think about how we want to treat and diagnose the patient. Details for each case include history, exam, vitals, and lab and imaging results. The intent is to put what we’re learning in the classroom to practical use in preparation for rotations and, eventually, residency.

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Officers

President: Andrew Bode

Vice President: Zach Smith

Secretary: Roman Patungan

Treasurer: Porsche Lee

Advisor: Dr. Sabirov & Dr. Coughlin

News & Events

• Cardio Intervention and Skills Night
  October 19, 2022
  Simulation Club is hosting a Cardio Intervention and Skills Night! Dr. Sabirov and Dr. Coughlin will be presenting a patient case using a high-fidelity training mannequin. This case will be highly interactive from diagnosis all the way through treatment! Following the simulated…
• Ultrasound Workshop – What am I looking at?
  May 2, 2022
  Ever see one of your friends post their baby’s ultrasound image and have no idea what you are looking at? Join us for an introduction to ultrasound! We will be hosting two physicians that will each demonstrate a different ultrasound technique and…

Club Description

SOMA’s mission is to improve the quality of health care delivery to the American people and the world. We plan to do this by contributing to the welfare and education of osteopathic medical students, as well as establishing lines of communication with other health science students and organizations. We strive to familiarize our members with the purpose and ideals of osteopathic medicine to prepare them to meet the social, moral, and ethical obligations of the osteopathic medical profession, and to ultimately promote Osteopathic ideals and unity within our profession.

Officers

Club Advisor: Dr. Jack Lee

President: Christina Witters

Vice President: Jessica Persin

National Liaison Officer: Zachary Mendola

Secretary: Maryam Khan

Treasurer: Preston Phommathep

News & Events

• A Little Bit of Luck
  March 6, 2025
  On behalf of SOMA, we are hosting a fundraiser to send a “Little Bit of Luck” to your friends and fellow classmates during the last half of the spring semester and for the second years on their board studying. A google form…
• DOnuts for DOs
  March 6, 2025
  SOMA will be handing out donuts from Krispy Kreme in the Vora Lounge- free to SOMA members and LECOM staff that stop by on the morning of April 16th (7AM-755AM) paid for by SOMA. “DOnuts for DOs” will be a celebratory event…
• MMS Review Nights
  February 25, 2025
  The Pre-SOMA branch is dedicated to providing an inclusive learning environment for students who have not yet started osteopathic medical school. The Pre-SOMA directors (and potentially other SOMA volunteers) at LECOM would like to host review night Q & A sessions/and or…
• Prolotherapy Workshop
  January 30, 2025
  SOMA would like to host a prolotherapy workshop on Wednesday, January 29th from 4:30 – 6:30pm. This workshop is being held in place of our previously requested and approved workshop that was cancelled due to the weather. This workshop will be led…

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Club Description

The mission of the Sports Medicine Club is to provide the education, application and the experience of sports medicine to students. On a monthly basis, Sports Med doctors meet with us and train/explain numerous techniques, methods and exercises they use in their practices.

The purpose of our club to is to expose students who have an interest in Sports Medicine to the field, as well as educate the community on proper the conditioning necessary to live a long healthy active life.

Officers

President: Kaitlyn Santos

Vice President: Maggie Cunningham

Secretary: Alexa Markl

Treasurer: Caitlin McCormack

National Liaison: Emily Vetsch

Club Advisor: Dr. Christopher Rial, DO

News & Events

• Sports Medicine and Orthopedics Club Ultrasound Workshop
  January 20, 2025
  Dr. Rial is hosting an ultrasound workshop for students in the Sports Medicine Club and Orthopedics Club on Wednesday 01/15 at 4:30 at the Wellness Center. This will be a great interdisciplinary learning experience for students as residents and other walks of…
• Sports Medicine Club First Meeting
  September 5, 2024
  The Sports Medicine Club is having its first meeting on Friday, September 6th at 5:30 pm at Zuck park! Come hang out with fellow members of the club and meet the E-board as we discuss upcoming events/dates for this semester. There will…
• Sports Medicine Club Polo Fundraiser
  December 26, 2023
  Sports Medicine Club is having a fundraiser selling Adidas Polos with the LECOM logo on them. Polos will come in Grey, Black, White, and Blue. Polo’s are available in both Men and Women’s options, sizes S-3XL.  
• Sports Medicine Club Meeting
  October 6, 2021
  Dr. Rial, a Sports Medicine physician at the LECOM Health Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship program and sports medicine club advisor, will be giving an introductory presentation to sports medicine and doing a Q&A for club members.

Club Description

Sigma Sigma Phi (SSP) is an honorary osteopathic service fraternity. This society not only requires its members to excel inside the classroom, but also emphasizes service to the community.

Objectives and Purposes:

– To further the science of osteopathic medicine and its standards of practice – To improve the scholastic standing and promote a higher degree of fellowship among its students – To bring about a closer relationship and understanding between the student bodies and the officials and members of the faculties of our colleges – To foster allegiance to the American Osteopathic Association and to perpetuate these principles and the teachings through the maintenance and development of this organization

Our Mission: “To become a pillar of service within our community”

Officers

President: Allysha Donnelly

Vice President: Heli Butala

Secretary: Laurie Horsch

Treasurer: Andrew Toader

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Christopher Keller

News

• Student Panel – Research Day Event
  October 9, 2024
  This event allows MS2 students to discuss their experience in research they have been involved in this past summer including how they found the opportunity, and what they gained from it. The intended audience is mainly MS1s but also other MS2 students…
• Gift of Life Bone Marrow Swab Drive
  August 9, 2024
  Join Us for a Life-Saving Event: Gift of Life Bone Marrow Swab Drive! Sigma Sigma Phi is excited to announce an upcoming event that has the potential to save lives within our community and beyond. Join us for the Gift of Life…
• LECOM Blood Drive
  February 7, 2024
  SSP is partnering with the Erie Community Blood Bank to host a LECOM Blood Drive to mitigate the critical blood shortage impacting the community
• SSP Induction Meeting
  December 4, 2023
  The SSP honor society hosted its first meeting of the new year to welcome its newest club members

Club Description

The Women’s Health & Medical Society serves to:

1. Promote the principles of osteopathic medicine in the pursuit of excellence in women’s health and wellbeing 
2. Support the local community through service and responsible advocacy
3. Provide professional fellowship for LECOM students
4. Construct a collaborative network for students, faculty, and alumni mentors in the field of osteopathic obstetrics and gynecology

Officers

President- Alexis Casey

Vice President- Rachel Legars

Secretary- Taylor Brewer

Treasurer- Anoohya Arkala

Marketing Chair- Stephie Thomas

Club Advisor- Dr. Diana Speelman

News & Events

• WHMS and Pediatrics Club NICU Easter Baskets – Grady’s Decision Non-Profit
  March 14, 2024
  Easter Baskets for Premie Babies in Local Erie Hospitals Please join WHMS and Pediatrics Club to make Easter baskets for premature babies and families in Erie hospitals over Easter! We will be collecting highly needed items for Grady’s Decision Non-Profit March 12-…
• Female Physician Panel
  September 7, 2023
  Dr. Mary Crowe, DO, Orthopedic Surgery, Dr. Jeniffer Couhglin, DO, Emergency Medicine, and Dr. Jeffress, MD, OB-GYN, MD plans to visit LECOM on 10/18/2023. These physicians are in various fields of medicine to create a Female Physician Panel. They will be speaking…
• WHMS Easter Baskets for Premie Babies – Grady’s Decision Non-Profit
  February 20, 2023
  Easter Baskets for Premie Babies in Local Erie Hospitals Please join WHMS make Easter baskets for premature babies and families in Erie hospitals over easter! We will be collecting highly needed items for Grady’s Decision Non-Profit March 20- March 24. We will…
• The Implications of Roe V. Wade
  September 29, 2022
  On June 24th, 2022 the United States Supreme Court ruled to overturn Roe Vs. Wade, giving states the power to decide abortion laws. What does this mean for healthcare? What does this mean for students as future physicians? What are the reasonings…