Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine Stories

Ohio University’s Community Health Programs has $63 million financial impact on southeast Ohio

November 25, 2024 4 min

Southeast Ohio is the beneficiary of roughly $63 million in social and economic gains, according to a social return on investment analysis of the Heritage College’s Community Health Programs.

OHIO Events

Science Café to feature Brian Clark on Dec. 4

November 25, 2024 2 min

Ohio University’s Science Café will present Professor of Physiology and Neuroscience Brian Clark discussing “Live Longer – Live Stronger!” on Wednesday, Dec. 4.

Nursing Shortages

Nursing shortages: a threat to patient care

November 21, 2024 9 min

Why is such a critical profession facing a worker shortage? How Ohio University is stepping up by expanding its nursing education programs and forging partnerships with healthcare providers across the state.

The colorful hills of fall surround OHIO's Athens campus

OHIO Announcements

OHIO faculty named as Emerging Presidential Research Scholars

November 20, 2024 4 min

This year’s award winners are Associate Professor of History Victoria Lee, Associate Professor of Psychology Brett Peters, and Osteopathic Heritage Foundation Ralph S. Licklider, D.O. Endowed Professor Shouan Zhu.

Health and Wellness

OHIO Medical Academy celebrates 10 year anniversary

November 19, 2024 5 min

The OHIO Medical Academy, a health career exploration program hosted by the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine on its Dublin campus, celebrated its 10th anniversary.

Research

Ohio University receives NIH grant to investigate hearing loss mechanisms

November 18, 2024 6 min

Dr. Mitchell Day is heading a team of OHIO scientists in an NIH-funded study aimed at uncovering the neural mechanisms behind challenges in sound localization in hearing—a crucial ability for navigating daily life.

Cutler Hall is shown surrounded by colorful leaves during fall in Athens, Ohio

University Updates

OHIO leaders share answers to community questions from Nov. 4 ‘University Updates’

November 14, 2024 4 min

Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez hosted the second “University Updates” event of the academic year on Monday, Nov. 4.

Faculty Excellence

OHIO announces 2024-25 Presidential Research Scholars

October 22, 2024 4 min

Each year, the Presidential Research Scholars program recognizes faculty excellence in research, scholarship and creative activity.

An OHIO researcher works in the Kopchik lab

Health

OHIO’s Heritage College leads U.S. osteopathic medical schools in NIH funding for 2024

October 17, 2024 7 min

By earning the number one spot in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding among osteopathic medical schools for fiscal year 2024, the Heritage College continues to solidify its reputation as a leader in medical research.

The American flag sits in the foreground, with veterans and others at the Stand Down in the background.

Community

OHIO demonstrates commitment to service at ninth annual Athens Area Stand Down

October 14, 2024 6 min

The words are inscribed on the Alumni Gateway—those who attend Ohio University enter to learn and depart to serve. The Ohio University community undoubtedly demonstrated a commitment to those in need at the recent ninth annual Athens Area Stand Down.

President Lori Stewart Gonzalez gives the State of the University address in Walter Hall

OHIO Events

President Gonzalez delivers her inaugural ‘State of the University’ address

October 10, 2024 3 min

Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez announced several new initiatives and provided updates on a wide range of topics during the annual State of the University address.

OHIO Research

Biomedical research at Ohio University bolstered through $8 million federal grant

October 10, 2024 2 min

The National Institutes of Health research facilities grant will enhance facilities at the new Heritage Translational Research Center.

Engaging OHIO

OHIO leaders share answers to community questions from Sept. 26 ‘University Updates’

October 6, 2024 4 min

University Updates are held throughout the year as part of OHIO’s ongoing efforts to further connections and dialogue throughout the University community.

Research

Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine researcher tackles ethics of AI in health care

October 3, 2024 3 min

A Heritage College researcher has proposed a framework to help medical providers navigate patient notification and informed consent practices when using artificial intelligence.

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Cognitive Health

Five essential habits for maintaining cognitive health as you age

October 2, 2024 6 min

To maintain cognitive health as you age, here are five essential habits to keep your mind sharp and lower the risk of decline. Read expert-backed tips from Dr. Julie Suhr, director of the Clinical Training Ohio Musculoskeletal and Neurological Institute.

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