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White Coat speaker stresses importance of navigating patient care, self-care

Dara Aliff, D.O., speaking behind a lectern

On Sept. 11, the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) celebrated the 220 members of its newest class of medical students with a ceremony that marked the beginning of their commitment to the osteopathic profession and a life spent serving patients.

Dara Aliff, D.O., speaking behind a lectern
Friday, September 11, 2026 - 20:16

White Coat speaker stresses importance of navigating patient care, self-care

On Sept.

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WVSOM D.O. Dash logo
Friday, September 4, 2026 - 09:07

COM Week will include Oct. 3 ‘D.O. Dash,’ osteopathic history presentation

The West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) will host Celebrate Osteopathic Medicine (COM) Week beginning Sept. 28, featuring events honoring the osteopathic profession and its impact on health care and communities.

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Book cover of "Connor Explains Crohn’s"
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 09:43

Student, employees collaborate to create children’s book on Crohn’s

A student at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) has partnered with members of the school’s faculty and staff to publish a book intended to help children understand a disease that affects about one in 300 people in the U.S.

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