PCOM Georgia

The Doctoral Program in Physical Therapy at PCOM Georgia was recently reaffirmed for accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), which is valid for 10 years.

“Earning this reaccreditation is a testament to the collective dedication of our faculty, students and staff, whose contributions were essential throughout this rigorous process,” shared Chair and Program Director, Shelley DiCecco, PT, PhD, CLT-LANA, CI-CS.

Learn more below! ⬇️

PCOM Georgia's DPT Program Granted New 10-Year Accreditation PCOM Georgia's physical therapy program excelled in the areas of student outcomes, faculty expertise and overall curriculum in the CAPTE review.

PCOM honors and celebrates Juneteenth—the day marking the end of slavery in the United States. It was on June 19, 1865, that Union soldiers, led by General Gordon Granger, landed at Galveston, Texas with news that the American Civil War had ended and that the enslaved were now free–more than two years after Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation that freed slaves.

Regular college operations will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

Read more about the history of Freedom Day
➡️ https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/moments/juneteenth

Learn about Juneteenth celebrations around Atlanta
➡️ https://discoveratlanta.com/events/seasonal/juneteenth/

Serving up more than just a good meal 🥘

Students recently put their culinary skills to the test during a Culinary Medicine course, exploring how food can support health and help prevent disease through the connection between nutrition and biochemistry.

Great job, students! (And don’t forget to add ‘Master Chef’ to your resume 🧑‍🍳)

The Opportunities Academy graduation was filled with house pride, superlative awards, and plenty of moments worth celebrating. After a week of exploring healthcare careers and building new connections, our students wrapped up the program in style.

Congratulations to this year's Opportunities Academy graduates 💙

For Abdul A. Walters, MS/Biomed ’16, DO ’20, RES ’26, the journey through PCOM has spanned more than a decade.

Since joining the "PCOMmunity" in 2014, he has earned degrees in biomedical sciences and osteopathic medicine, completed his general surgery residency, and been recognized for his dedication to service and leadership.

“Over the last 12 years, PCOM has offered me opportunities for growth I had only previously dreamed of.”

As he prepares to return to Georgia for a Surgical Critical Care and Trauma Fellowship at the Medical College of Georgia, one thing remains unchanged: he's made it through every stage of his training without a single cup of coffee. ☕️

Read more about his journey at the link! 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/tvm3p2yz

Benjamin Jorgensen (DO ’29) always knew he wanted to become a physician. After working as a medical scribe and tutor while preparing for medical school, he found his way to PCOM Georgia and quickly discovered a community where he felt supported and welcomed.

“PCOM treated me like a human at every step of my application process,” he shared.

Today, Jorgensen is immersed in the study of osteopathic medicine and developing the skills needed to become a compassionate physician.

Read more about his journey at the link! 🔗
https://bit.ly/4ugMglH