What Happens Here Changes Lives Everywhere
What happens here is changing the lives of people everywhere. Fueled by a spirit of collaboration, this place equips us to become great doctors and even greater caregivers. You'll leave us prepared and passionate, because true transformation begins at the Heritage College.
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Mission and Vision
We train primary care physicians and other high-need specialists for areas of greatest need in Ohio and beyond.
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Strategic Initiatives
Our strategic initiatives planfully guide us toward our goals in medical education, research, community care and more.
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Research
Excellence in our research programs ultimately leads to improved health and quality of life for vulnerable populations.
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Events
College of Medicine Blog
- September 12, 2025Professor of Anatomy and the Chang Ying-Chien Professor of Paleontology Lawrence Witmer, Ph.D., recently hit a significant milestone: his 30-year anniversary with the college.Read More
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A unique solution to Ohio’s primary care physician shortage
May 23, 2025A public-private partnership between Ohio University’s Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation has led to innovative strategies for meeting the state’s physician workforce needs. Executive Dean Ken Johnson, D.O., explains how.Read More -
High performing students from Heritage College Class of 2025 recognized
May 14, 2025The top students of the Heritage College's Class of 2025 were recognized for their scholarship, research and practice at the recent Commencement Awards Ceremony, including several who also walked away with scholarships.Read More