The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) welcomed its newest class of student physicians this week as 231 incoming medical students arrived on campus for New Student Orientation. The Class of 2030 represents ICOM’s largest incoming class to date and continues the College’s strategic expansion to educate more physicians for Idaho and the communities that … Read More
The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine was well represented on the national stage during the American Osteopathic Association’s (AOA) House of Delegates annual meeting, held July 17-19 in Chicago. Students, faculty, and alumni joined osteopathic physicians and leaders from across the country to help shape the future of the profession through advocacy, governance, and leadership. … Read More
In June, 45 volunteers — including ICOM faculty, students, alumni, and family members — traveled to Jayanca, Peru for a week-long medical mission in partnership with Peru Hope, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to improving healthcare access in rural communities.
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