LP – Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Equipped with both mental and physical healthcare training, IllinoisCOM graduates will have the tools to identify, treat, and manage a full spectrum of integrated health conditions in any area of medicine.
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Location:
Chicago, Illinois
Designed
from the ground up to align with updated medical school competencies established by AACOM, AAMC, and ACGME
First
medical school to open in Chicago in nearly 100 years
Write the Next Chapter of Integrated Medicine at IllinoisCOM
The Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program at the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM) approaches patient care from a modern understanding of health and well-being, one that places mental and physical health on equal footing when it comes to overall wellness.
As a medical student in our DO degree program in Chicago, you will train side by side with future psychologists and behavioral health professionals to learn how to integrate traditional osteopathic medicine with advanced skills in mental health. This unique interprofessional programming produces far-reaching benefits to your career in medicine and the patients you will serve.
Our program also places a strong emphasis on patient-centered care and the development of medical decision-making skills required for osteopathic physicians, including preventive medicine, social determinants of wellness, osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM), and much more.
Program Highlights
- Mind and Medicine Course Series: Developed in collaboration with our Psychology program faculty, Mind and Medicine courses focus on the integration of mental and physical health, addressing topics like behavioral influences on chronic illness, mental health screening in primary care settings, and beyond.
- Clinical Rotations Nationwide: Bolstered by The Chicago School’s extensive network of educational, professional, and community connections, you can complete clinical rotations in major metro areas around the country, including Chicago, Southern California, Dallas, and Washington, D.C.
- Modern Medical Technology: Our state-of-the-art campus is fully equipped with the medical and educational resources and technology needed to transform students into practice-ready physicians.
- Licensure Exam Preparation: Receive built-in support throughout your education to prepare for the COMLEX-USA and the USMLE if you choose to take it.
Career Pathways
Graduates of the DO program are prepared for a wide variety of careers, including:
- Primary care
- Pediatrics
- Emergency medicine
- Internal medicine
- Anesthesiology
- Psychiatry
- Surgery
- Dermatology
IllinoisCOM’s focus on the whole person equips you to thrive across a wide range of specialties and practice settings.
Location
Chicago
Our flagship location offers an unrivaled education along with field experience and networking opportunities.
John Lucas, DO
Our Approach
The Chicago School Approach is an immersive, applied learning model focused on developing professionals who can address present challenges and anticipate future needs. It combines four core elements of The Chicago School experience—Education, Innovation, Community, and Impact—to give students a practical and solutions-oriented education.
Education
Preparing tomorrow’s integrated health professionals.
Education
Innovation
Embracing next-gen learning and practice.
Innovation
Community
Creating connection, inclusion, and belonging.
Community
Impact
Supporting individuals, organizations, and communities.
Impact
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At IllinoisCOM, you will gain the clinical experience, medical knowledge, and patient-centered mindset you need to become a compassionate and confident physician. Start building your future in medicine today.