The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine hosted its largest simulation exercise of the academic year on Friday, March 6, bringing together students, faculty and community partners for a full-scale mass casualty incident (MCI) training on campus. Organized by ICOM’s Emergency Medicine Organization, the immersive training event challenged participants to respond to a complex, large-scale emergency … Read More
Leaders and students from the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine spent the day at the Idaho State Capitol for the annual “ICOM Day at the Capitol,” an opportunity to share the mission, impact, and needs of the state’s future physicians directly with lawmakers. ICOM President, Dr. Tracy Farnsworth, and Dean, Dr. Kevin Wilson, along with … Read More
The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine celebrated its workforce during the College’s fourth annual Employee Recognition Event on Friday, Feb. 20. In total, 10 employees were honored for at least five years of service to Idaho’s first medical school. These individuals are listed below. ICOM employees also nominated colleagues for SCOPE Awards — selecting individuals … Read More
What began four years ago as a friendly “Anesthesia Olympics” has evolved into one of ICOM’s most anticipated hands-on learning events of the year. Now known as the ICOM Olympics, the annual competition brings together multiple student organizations, nine procedural events, and dozens of future physicians ready to challenge their clinical skills – and each … Read More
The Gastroenterology Interest Group recently hosted “Scope It Out!” – an interactive GI endoscopy simulation experience that introduced students to the field of gastroenterology through hands-on learning and industry collaboration. Held in partnership with Fujifilm Endoscopy, the event marked the first time an endoscopy-focused simulation experience of this kind has been offered at ICOM. Designed … Read More
Students from the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Pediatrics Interest Group spent an evening inspiring the next generation of scientists and healthcare professionals during a recent STEM Night at a local elementary school. With tables set up for interactive exploration, the club welcomed children from kindergarten through fifth grade to discover the basics of medicine … Read More
The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine is proud to announce that third-year student, Mara Krutsinger, has been selected by the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) as one of only two interns for the 2025-2026 Osteopathic Health Policy Internship – marking the third time an ICOM student has earned this honor. The OHPI … Read More
Second-year medical students at the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine marked an important milestone in their educational journey, as they gathered for the annual Clinical Site Placement Lottery in December. Hosted by ICOM’s Clinical Affairs Department, the event revealed where students will complete the final two years of their medical school career as they transition … Read More
William “Billy” Lawson, a third-year student at the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine, has been honored with Senator Mike Crapo’s Spirit of Freedom: Idaho Veterans Service Award – recognizing his exceptional service to Idaho’s veteran community. A U.S. Air Force Academy graduate and former Air Force Captain, Student Physician Lawson served nine years on active … Read More