A group of Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) students and faculty recently traveled to Peru for a medical mission trip that combined healthcare, medical education, community service and cultural exchange.
Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) will undergo a Comprehensive Evaluation (Evaluation of Institutional Effectiveness) conducted by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) this fall. This evaluation is the final stage of ICOM’s application for institutional accreditation by NWCCU. A peer-review team composed of faculty and staff from other accredited institutions will visit … Read More
The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine is proud to recognize third-year student Benjamin Babbitt and recent graduate Natalie Pang, DO, for receiving scholarships to attend the prestigious Sutherland Cranial Teaching Foundation’s (SCTF) Osteopathy in the Cranial Field: A Basic Course held at Baptist University College of Osteopathic Medicine (BUCOM) in Memphis, TN. Babbitt, a current … Read More
The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) is proud to announce that President Tracy Farnsworth has been recognized with the City of Meridian’s prestigious Legacy Award during the 2026 State of the City address. Presented by Meridian Mayor Robert Simison, the Legacy Award honors individuals whose vision, leadership, and dedication have made a lasting impact … Read More
The Primary Care Foundation, ICOM’s nonprofit foundation, celebrated a major milestone this spring, raising nearly $85,000 during its inaugural fundraising gala in support of efforts to strengthen Idaho’s primary care workforce. The event brought together healthcare leaders, educators, community partners, physicians, and supporters from across the state for an evening focused on addressing Idaho’s growing … Read More
The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine is proud to recognize its 2026 Preceptors of the Year, honoring outstanding physician educators across each of ICOM’s core clinical training sites. Selected through nominations and votes from ICOM student physicians, these awards recognize preceptors who exemplify excellence in clinical teaching, mentorship, professionalism, and compassionate patient care. Throughout their … Read More
As the 2025-2026 academic year drew to a close, students, faculty and staff at the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine gathered for a meaningful and festive end-of-year celebration, recognizing the achievements of ICOM’s first- and second-year students, and honoring the contributions that made their learning possible. The celebration brought students, faculty, and staff together for … Read More
The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Spring Commencement festivities included the Class of 2026 Graduation Gala, held on April 29, 2026 at Boise Center East. Graduates, faculty, staff and guests gathered in person to celebrate. Ten institutional awards were bestowed, along with 20 class superfluous awards. The award recipients are listed below. President’s Award: Mary … Read More
The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) is proud to announce that its Simulation Department has achieved Full Accreditation in Human Simulation from the Association of Standardized Patient Educators (ASPE), a significant milestone that recognizes excellence in simulation-based medical education. This accreditation affirms ICOM’s commitment to delivering high-quality, immersive clinical training experiences that prepare future … Read More