Sep 20, 2024
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine 2019-2020
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine 2019-2020 [Archived Catalog]

Class of 2022 Pathways to Health and Wellness Curriculum


All Heritage College medical students begin their medical education with Osteopathic Approach to Patient Care 1, which focuses on wellness. Each week, students are provided with learning objectives, outcomes and preparatory materials to direct study, activate prior experience and knowledge, and identify areas for growth.

Educational topics to be emphasized are identified and presented via a patient case and guide the integrated learning activities throughout the week. Activities include integrated learning labs, osteopathic patient care skills, simulated experiences and early clinical experiences.  A reporting phase will allow for reflection and assimilation in a small-group format.

Year One


Permission Only Electives


These courses are part of the Transformative Care Continuum and students must have permission to enroll.

Permission Only Electives


These courses are part of the Transformative Care Continuum and students must have permission to enroll.

Summer Semester


Permission Only Electives


These courses are part of the Transformative Care Continuum and student must have permission to enroll.

Year Two


Permission Only Electives


These courses are part of the Transformative Care Continuum and students must have permission to enroll.

Permission Only Electives


This courses are part of the Transformative Care Continuum and students must have permission to enroll.

Years Three and Four


The following courses are open to all third- and fourth-year osteopathic medical students, with the exception of OCOM 8920, which is open to fourth-year osteopathic medical students only.

Year Three Summer


During the summer at the start of the third year, all students must take both of the following courses and one of the Assigned Rotations/Courses.