Ninety-two new doctors of osteopathic medicine crossed the stage at the Comerica Theatre in Phoenix, Ariz., on June 8, marking their completion of four years of study in a unique medical school curriculum model. ATSU-SOMA is one of a handful of medical schools across the country utilizing the clinical presentation-based medical education model where students […]
Friends and family cheered as the A.T. Still University Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-ASDOH) class of 2012 entered the Comerica Theater in Phoenix, Ariz., for commencement ceremonies on Friday, June 8. The 68 members of ATSU-ASDOH’s sixth graduating class received their Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree, 23 of whom also received […]
The 1st Annual Clinical Presentation Curriculum (CPC) Proceedings was held June 9 on the ATSU Mesa campus. The event was sponsored by the newly formed Clinical Presentation Curriculum – Learning, Education & Research Community (CLEAR). CLEAR is a group of medical educators interested in facilitating and implementing the clinical presentation-based medical education model. “Given that […]
[cincopa AAJAi5qyaeVb] The SOMA class of 2012 enjoyed a night of awards, dinner, and dancing at the second annual Innovator’s Gala, held on June 7 at the Sheraton Hotel in Phoenix, Ariz. The gala, which was attended by 340 guests, took place the night before graduation and allowed the students to spend time with their […]
[cincopa AYOAB5qSa-Ga] ATSU-ASDOH held its fifth annual Founders’ Ball on June 7 at The Phoenician in Scottsdale, Ariz. All students from the class of 2012, along with one guest, were invited to attend the black-tie formal, reception, and dinner. The night included remarks by ASDOH’s dean, the presentation of the student-made DVD yearbook, and lots […]
The American Academy of Osteopathy recently announced the following award and appointments: Stephen D. Blood, DO, FAAO received the FAAO Distinguished Service Award, given by the AAO. Richard A. Feely, DO, FAAO was elected to the AAO Board of Governors. Melicien A. Tettambel, DO, FAAO was elected to the AAO Board of Governors and the […]
[cincopa AcBAh5arGO6K] Missouri National Student Leadership Award: Jinlin Wang, OMS II Missouri Gaber-Martin Honorary Student Fund: Katherine Milam, OMS I, Alison Nelson, OMS I Missouri Flight 5966 Student Compassion Award: Alex Swan, OMS II, Michael McGrew, second-year BioMed student Distinguished Organization Award for Service & Performance: Biomedical Sciences Club, Sigma Sigma Phi
Lori Haxton was recently appointed as Vice President for Student Affairs. She has been with ATSU since 1988, in the positions of Director of Admissions & Enrollment Services, Assistant Dean for Student Services, Associate Vice President for Student & Alumni Services, and Associate Vice President for Admissions & Student Affairs, as well as Interim Vice President.
Jack Dillenberg, DDS, MPH, inaugural dean, ATSU-ASDOH is the recipient of the 2012 Arizona Medical Association (ArMA) Humanitarian Award. The ArMA Humanitarian Award recognizes programs and individuals who go above and beyond their given profession to help underserved communities receive medical care and other healthcare services that lead to the betterment of their lives. Dr. […]