Osteopathic Medical School

Proudly Serving Idaho And Beyond As Idaho’s First Medical School.

Doctor Of Oseopathic Medicine/Oseopathic Manipulative Medicine

ICOM is dedicated to training high-quality osteopathic physicians prepared to care for people in the Mountain West region and beyond, with an emphasis on rural, underserved areas. ICOM was conceived and established to attract a well-qualified faculty and student body and have the technical and other resources necessary to train physicians for 21st-century medicine effectively.

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DO Curriculum

Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine strives to be the nation’s leader in training expert osteopathic physicians. See the ICOM difference.

On your way to excellence

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ICOM’s Unbeatable Outcomes

588 Graduates
100% Residency Placement
25+ Chief Residents
15+ Fellowship Matches

Our Outcomes

ICOM’s Requirements

You’ve got the passion, the grit, and the heart. Meeting our requirements is just the start of something remarkable.

Full Requirements

Yours for the Taking

ICOM’s curriculum is robust and comprehensive. You want the best medical training out there, and ICOM delivers.

DO Curriculum

ICOM’s Four-Year Medical Program

The first two preclinical years are spent on campus. The final two clinical years take place in clinics and hospitals, where you will receive hands-on training.

Your Medical Education

Our Biomedical and Clinical Faculty Members

Our students are fully supported throughout their medical school journey by our dedicated and passionate faculty members.

Meet ICOM’s Faculty

ICOM is training the next generation of osteopathic physicians and healthcare leaders, emphasizing serving rural and underserved regions.

ICOM has given me more than a medical education; it’s where I found lifelong friends, mentors who believed in me, and the confidence to share my research and lead with purpose.

— Gabby Echt, Class of 2026

Student Life
ICOM empowers students to create their own legacy while growing into compassionate, capable physicians. I highly recommend taking every chance you get to get involved!

— Ben Hunthausen, Class of 2027

Outcomes
Our ICOM research and scholarly community fosters a vibrant culture of inquiry, where faculty and student physicians collaborate on meaningful research that advances both science and patient care.

— Sara Adams, PhD, Assistant Dean of Research

Research
At ICOM, you have endless support from the faculty in your endeavors, and will never find yourself short of other students that will want to collaborate with you. This supportive community at ICOM is the difference maker in successfully navigating medical school.

— Tyler Lindsey, Class of 2026

Support Services
I chose to attend ICOM because I aspired to be a student who could impact meaningful change. While building a strong foundation in medical knowledge and clinical skills, I’ve had remarkable opportunities to engage in leadership, advocacy, and professional development at both local and national levels.

— Lu Wolff, Class of 2027

Student Organizations
ICOM students are driven, curious, and genuinely passionate about becoming compassionate physicians. The sense of purpose and collaboration on our campus is truly inspiring.

— Nasir Butt, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Pathology

Mission
At ICOM, I’ve been able to challenge myself academically while staying true to who I am. Be yourself, enjoy the journey, and know that ICOM will be with you every step of the way.

— Dylan Trama, Class of 2027

Start Your Journey
ICOM has a plethora of options for getting involved in the Treasure Valley through volunteer opportunities, allowing students the ability to experience not only the ICOM community but also the greater community around the school.

— Blake Netherton, Class of 2026

Community Outreach
ICOM has allowed me to explore and redefine who I want to be as a future physician. I have grown so much from the support of my advisor and faculty, pushing me to explore the ways in which medicine intersects with my passions for policy.

— Mara Krutsinger, Class of 2027

Career Planning
With a strong emphasis on academic excellence, critical thinking, professionalism, and immersive hands-on simulation, we are preparing students not only for clinical rotations but to lead with competence, integrity, and purpose throughout their medical careers.

— Richard Macdonald, MD, FACEP, FAAEM, Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine

Clinical Simulations
I consider it a special privilege as an Ob-Gyn to be able to pass on the knowledge and skills for both pregnancy and women’s healthcare to our students. To help with the transition from a first-year medical student to a physician is an honor and privilege that few people get to experience.

— Don Dyer, MD, FACOG, Associate Professor of Women’s Health

Curriculum

Events, news & research

Internal Medicine Club Hosts Campus Flu Shot Clinic

Published 10/19/25

It’s officially flu season, and ICOM’s second-year student physicians are doing their part to keep the campus community healthy. Members of the Student Osteopathic Internal…

Continuing Medical Education (CME) Event

11/19/25 at 07:30 AM

The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine is excited to invite you to a FREE CME event! Preceptor Toolkit: Train the Trainer Wednesday, November 19, 2025…

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Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

ICOM’s Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program is a four-year program. Students spend the first two years of instruction on campus and the last two years of instruction integrated into a community hospital and/or health system, working directly with physician instructors and patients. Learn more about ICOM’s DO program.

ICOM’s DO Program

Osteopathic Medical School

According to the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM), there are currently 42 accredited colleges of osteopathic medicine in the U.S. These colleges deliver instruction at 67 teaching locations in 36 states. ICOM is the first and only osteopathic medical school in Idaho.

  • Osteopathic Medical Profession

    The osteopathic medical profession is fast-growing. According to a 2023 report from the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), the total number of osteopathic physicians in the U.S. has reached nearly 149,000 — a 30% increase over the past five years.

  • Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine

    Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, also known as Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, is a form of treatment used by Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DOs). This treatment is a therapeutic application of touch. Learn more about OMM and OMT here.

  • American Osteopathic Association

    The American Osteopathic Association represents the nearly 200,000 osteopathic medical students and osteopathic physicians in the U.S.

  • Practice Medicine

    Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DOs) practice the full spectrum of medicine. DOs and Doctors of Medicine (MDs) are both fully trained and licensed doctors who can practice medicine in all 50 states and pursue all medical specialties.

  • Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DOs)

    DOs are recognized as medical doctors and can expect to practice the full spectrum of medicine.

  • Preventive Medicine

    Osteopathic medicine places strong emphasis on preventative care. The philosophy behind osteopathic medicine recognizes the body’s natural tendency toward self-healing and health, as one of the profession’s core tenets. Learn about the tenets of osteopathic medicine here.

  • Emergency Medicine

    According to the American Osteopathic Association, Emergency Medicine is one of the top non-primary care specialties for Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DOs) for 2024. Learn more about the profession in the AOA’s 2024 Osteopathic Medical Profession Report. Osteopathic Manipulation, also known as Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) is a set of hands-on techniques used by Osteopathic Physicians (DOs) to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness or injury. Osteopathic Manipulation is part of a whole-person approach to care in which DOs partner with their patients to achieve optimal health. Learn more about osteopathic medicine here.

    The body’s musculoskeletal system is comprised of bones, muscles, joints, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage, working together to provide structure, support, and movement. Students in ICOM’s Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program learn about all of the body’s systems, including the musculoskeletal system, which can greatly benefit from osteopathic manipulative treatment or osteopathic manipulation.

  • Medical Licensing Exam

    The COMLEX-USA is a three-level exam series designed for licensure in the practice of osteopathic medicine. Learn more about this medical licensing exam by visiting this link.

  • Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment

    At the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) is integral to osteopathic medical education and the development of future physicians. OMT embodies the osteopathic profession’s focus on rational treatment, emphasizing the body’s innate ability to heal itself through structure–function relationships. Students learn to integrate OMT into modern medicine and preventive medicine practices, enhancing patient outcomes and well-being.

    ICOM students receive hands-on training that prepares them to enter the same residency programs as allopathic physicians, fully equipped to practice comprehensive medical care. Whether pursuing family medicine, internal medicine, or other specialties, graduates are ready to prescribe medication, perform evidence-based procedures, and deliver compassionate, whole-person medical practice grounded in osteopathic principles.