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2012 Annual Report

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Greetingsfrom the WVSOM BOG Chair

The education provided by the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine produces osteopathic physicians who practice medicine throughout West Virginia, across rural Appalachia and in nearly every state of our nation. In 2012, the school’s celebration of the 40th anniversary of its charter was an opportunity to recognize how far the school has come in the past four decades and to recommit to the work of educating great physicians who bring patient-centered, holistic care to their communities.

The WVSOM Board of Governors supports the school’s mission. We believe in it. And we seek to promote it, advocating for the school within the state and in our local communities.

In last year’s Annual Report, I shared that the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission had approved unanimously the institution’s strategic plan and the five-year master plan. Two years into execution, WVSOM has accomplished multiple initiatives from the strategic plan and is well on its way to achieving the educational objectives and priorities it has set for the future. At the heart of this effort are strong core values, a clear vision and strategic leadership working together to create success.

To the faculty and staff of WVSOM, I congratulate you on the accomplishments documented in these pages. It takes hard work and dedication to continue to improve year after year, but I see that commitment to excellence operating at every level of the organization.

I look forward to your continued success.

Sincere best wishes,

Rodney L. Fink, D.O.

Rodney L. Fink, D.O., Chair, Member at Large

Cheryl Schreiber, Vice-Chair, Member at Large

Heather Antolini, Secretary, Member at Large

Manuel Ballas, D.O., Member at Large

Soham Dave, Student Representative

Charles Davis, D.O., Member at Large

Edward Dugan, Ph.D., Faculty Representative

Sue Holvey, R.N., J.D., Member at Large

Cindi Knight, Classified Staff Representative

John Manchin II, D.O., Member at Large

David L. Rader, Member at Large

Randall L. Short, D.O., Member at Large

Our mission

Board of Governors

The mission of the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) is to educate students from diverse backgrounds as lifelong learners in osteopathic medicine and complementary health related programs; to advance scientific knowledge through academic, clinical and basic science research; and to promote patient-centered, evidence based medicine. West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine is dedicated to serve, first and foremost, the state of West Virginia and the special health care needs of its residents emphasizing primary care in rural areas.

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Table of contentsWelcome by BOG Chair - Our missionWelcome by WVSOM President Table of ContentsLeadership TeamHuman Resources . Employee Stats . Years of Service . Workforce DevelopmentInstitutional Awards and HonorsStudent Section . Student Demographics and Maps . Student AchievementsAlumni Achievements40th AnniversaryIdentity CampaignAcademics . Curriculum . Rural Health Initiative . Graduate Demographics and MapsInstitutional Strategic PlanGraduate Medical Education/MSOPTIResearch and GrantsWVSOM Rural Outreach: Serving West VirginiaHealthy Children’s InitiativeFinancesCapital Campaign . CEC Expansion . New Student CenterDonations in 2012

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EDITORMarilea Butcher

DESIGNErica Bell, Design Manager

PHOTOGRAPHYKaren AyersPat BausermanScott Holstein

STATISTICAL DATALance Ridpath

CONTRIBUTORSDenise GetsonJames Nemitz, Ph.D.Tiffany Wright

Greetings from the president

Last year was an exciting time for the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. One of the most momentous occasions was the 40th Anniversary celebration, which brought more than 300 WVSOM graduates back to campus, along with several hundred family members, friends and special guests, to reconnect and remember.

We remembered the vision of WVSOM’s four founders who saw a need for improved, primary care in West Virginia and were committed to making that happen. We remembered the early, “hands-on” years of the school when every student, staff and faculty member pitched in to plaster walls, fix leaks and do whatever it took to bring this school to life.

In remembering, we committed to a new vision. We committed to taking WVSOM boldly into the 21st century, maintaining its commitment to rural, patient-centered, primary care medicine while providing state-of-the-art technology and medical innovation, bringing science and compassion together in one curriculum.

To accomplish this vision, we launched the school’s first Capital Campaign and brought two new building proposals to the Higher Education Policy Commission. Both were approved – a 17,000 square foot enhancement to the Clinical Evaluation Center and a new Student Center.

The buildings will facilitate new learning opportunities, new enhanced space for robotics instruction and both large and small team-learning environments. For the first time in the school’s history, we’ll be able to bring together all the classes, plus faculty and staff, into one auditorium.

Of course, we know it was not only the four founders or the first staff members who built WVSOM. An entire community of internal and external supporters helped to build it – and continue to build it – through their daily efforts and tireless enthusiasm. The work of building a great institution of higher education is not easy. It’s not going to get any easier. The work of educating great doctors who transform patient lives is not getting smaller – it is only getting bigger. So we must be ready. The work is important. And it is worthy of our greatest talents and our very best efforts.

To all our readers who helped to make WVSOM better and stronger in 2012 – thank you. And for those future contributions of time, energy, ideas and resources which will take WVSOM to an even greater level of excellence, I thank you also, from the bottom of my heart.

Warm regards,

Michael Adelman, D.O., J.D.

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Michael Adelman, D.O., J.D., D.P.M. President

James W. Nemitz, Ph.D. Vice President for Administration & External Relations

Larry Ware, M.B.A., C.P.A. Vice President for Finance and Facilities

Lorenzo Pence, D.O., FACOFP Vice President for Academic Affairs & Dean

Marilea Butcher, B.A. Associate Vice President for Administrative Affairs

Leslie W. Bicksler, MSW Associate Vice President of Human Resources

Denise S. Getson, MA Director of Marketing & Public Relations

Jeffrey M. Shawver, J.D. General Counsel

Cheryl Baker Executive Administrative Assistant

Amanda Hughes Administrative Assistant Senior

Marietta D. Chaney Administrative Assistant

LEADERSHIP TEAM

L. BICKSLER

L. WAREC. BAKER

D. GETSON

M. ADELMAN

M. BUTCHER L. PENCE

A. HUGHES

J. NEMITZM. CHANEY

J. SHAWVER

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HUMAN RESOURCES2012 was a year of continued growth and development for WVSOM as an institution

and for our employees as professionals who lead the nation in educating and training

osteopathic physicians. This section of the annual report will highlight WVSOM’s

ongoing commitment to creating an environment that engages as well as supports

lifelong learning for our faculty and staff.

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Employee stats:WVSOM

CURRENTLY HAS

EMPLOYEES

155 ARE CLASSIFIED STAFF

50 ARE FACULTY 8 FACULTY ADMINISTRATORS

48 ARE NON-CLASSIFIED STAFF

employees have either accepted new positions within the institution or joined WVSOM as new employees.

WVSOM added 21 employees since last year’s report.

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For every five years of service, WVSOM gives special recognition. The following WVSOM employees reached this milestone in 2012:

Edward G. BridgesKristie G. Bridges

Michael D. CochranStella A. DodrillMary M. HamraJandy B. Hanna

Amanda M. HughesClaude Kyle Jones

James W. KribsTheresa A. McMillion

T. Donette MiziaSharon K. Napier

Kimberly D. RansomElaine K. SoperDonald G. SpryLeah A. Stone

Jeanne M. WahlChristina M. Wise

Zachary J. ComeauxAmy M. Holbrook

Cindi KnightTammy L. Lindsay

Donna Varney

David R. BeattyMary E. Richmond

Michele L. VallandinghamSamuel E. Walker

Helen H. BakerWilliam T. Blue

Milletta L. BurnsAndrea M. NazarKevin S. Williams

Jeffrey S. DowdyWilliam LemleySherry Phillips

James W. NemitzDarlene F. Wright

Sharon HowardVictoria RoaneRoger D. Sams/ PHOTO ON RIGHT /

2012 RETIREES:

Diana Lusk, Steve Meadows and Karen Steele

WVSOM currently has 41 employees with more than 20 years of service. Alfred F. AkersWilliam E. AlderKaren A. AyersCheryl C. BakerHelen H. Baker, Ph.D.Patrice A. BausermanDiana K. BirdWilliam T. Blue, Ph.D.Craig S. Boisvert, D.O.George F. Boxwell, D.O.Barbara J. BraggDavid E. Brown, Ph.D.Elayne P. BrownMilletta L. Burns

Jeffrey S. DowdyEdward P. Dugan, Ph.D.Robert M. Fisk, Ph.D.Robert W. Foster, D.O.Arnold H. Hassen, Ph.D.Sharon L. HowardDeborah M. HughesBrenda D. HumphreysJan KesslerWilliam Lemley, D.O.Deborah L. MontgomeryAndrea M. Nazar, D.O.James W. Nemitz, Ph.D.Shirley A. Parker

Patricia A. PerkinsErnest R. PiercyAndrea Victoria RoaneRoger D. SamsBarbara J. SandersJohn A. Schriefer, Ph.D.Harvey C. SmithThomas F. Steele, D.O.Linda M. StidomJudith O. Westerik, Ph.D.Acie H. WicklineKevin S. WilliamsDarlene F. Wright

Workforce development:In order to meet our mission of educating students from diverse backgrounds as lifelong learners in osteopathic medicine and complementary health related programs, the institution needs to sustain an environment where employees have the necessary support and resources to excel, both personally and professionally. This includes providing professional development, funds for continuing education, on campus training opportunities and a “family environment” that is, and has always been, encouraging and supportive.

In support of this initiative, the Educational Development program for all Classified and Non-Classified employees was initiated in July 2010 and continues to grow each year. The goal of this program is to provide and enhance professional knowledge or skills, and to improve academic and professional credentials for each employee. Funding is provided to employees in pursuit of degrees, non-degree studies, research, presentations and other academic or professional programs that would not normally fall under funds that would be awarded for job related professional development. Over the last two fiscal years, WVSOM has awarded $50,816.27 in educational development. During this time, two employees receive their bachelor’s degree, four employees achieved a master’s degree, and many others were either working toward a degree or taking courses to further their personal and professional goals.

In addition to the Educational Development program, WVSOM also provides professional development dollars to faculty and staff in order that they may continue to grow in their professional positions. On an annual basis, WVSOM provides between $1,500 and $2,500 to our faculty and administrators for professional development and between $200 and $500 for our staff. Faculty and staff attend trainings and conferences across the country to develop their skills. WVSOM faculty members are industry leaders and often serve as presenters at national conferences.

During the fiscal year 2012, the Office of Human Resources, in conjunction with other departments and outside agencies, also provided seven in-house training opportunities on a range of subject matters that were important to employees. These training sessions ranged from new employee orientations to PIQ trainings to CPR training. Employees were enthusiastic about the range of training sessions that were made available to them as they pertained not only to their position but to their interests as well. The use of WVSOM employees as presenters is always well received, and employees enjoyed them. Employees seemed most pleased with classification and performance evaluation trainings as they related specifically to their position. Employees felt that they could relate to the material and see their co-workers in a different setting. Additionally, as stated during the last fiscal year, using internal presenters offered a significant cost savings to the institution.

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EMPLOYEES

Employees are currently working toward a master’s degree. To these employees, the Educational Development Committee awarded $13,900 or 48% of the total funding.

Employees are currently working toward or achieving a bachelor’s degree. These employees received a total of $7,800 or 27% of the total funding.

Employees are currently working toward an associate’s degree. The total amount awarded to these employees was $6,307.05 or 22% of the total funding.

Employee took Continuing Education courses that were not applied toward a degree program. This employee was awarded a total of $989.62 or 3% of the total funding.

During the last fiscal year, WVSOM has awarded the above dollars for Educational Development.

INSTITUTIONAL AWARDS & HONORS

WVSOM continues to receive national recognition for its programs.

We are especially proud of being repeatedly named one of the best

medical schools in the country by U.S.News & World Report. In 2011,

WVSOM received new recognition as one of the “Best Colleges in the

U.S. to Work For” by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

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New study shows WVSOM No. 1 in contributing physician workforce for AppalachiaThe school secured the top rank among other U.S. medical schools for students graduating between 1991 and 2005 in primary care. During the period of this research, between 34 percent and 54 percent of WVSOM graduates were practicing primary care medicine in rural areas of Appalachia.

In addition, the study also ranked WVSOM among the top 10 medical schools for graduating non-primary care physicians in rural Appalachia, and both primary and non-primary care physicians serving in Appalachia’s most economically distressed and at-risk counties.

WVSOM recognized by U.S.News and World Report for 14th yearU.S.News and World Report “Best Graduate Schools 2013” annual publication ranked the institution No. 12 in rural medicine and No. 12 in family medicine. Medical school deans and senior faculty from across the country rate the educational programs and determine specialty rankings. Results are calculated from a survey of 149 accredited M.D. and D.O. medical schools. In addition, WVSOM was third in the nation for percentage of medical school graduates entering primary care specialties. The percentage was based on an average of 2009, 2010 and 2011 data.

WVSOM named “Great Colleges to Work For” for second consecutive yearFor the second straight year, WVSOM received recognition as one of the best colleges in the U.S. to work for, according to a survey by The Chronicle of Higher Education. The school received recognition in four categories:

• Professional/career-development programs – employees are given the opportunity to develop skills and understand requirements to advance in their careers.

• Job satisfaction – the institution enhances satisfaction with job fit, autonomy and resources.

• Respect and appreciation – employees are regularly recognized for their contributions.

• Facilities, workspaces and security – facilities adequately meet the needs of faculty and staff, and the school provides an aesthetically appealing campus that is safe and secure.

Demographic data for recent entering classes:

These tables provide demographic data for each class upon matriculation,

including a comparison of in-state and out-of-state students and the overall

profile for each class. The institution has a mix of students that includes

approximately equal numbers of male and female students, significant

numbers of non-traditional students and students from diverse ethnic

backgrounds. The school also has 74 first-year West Virginia students.

STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS

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198

86 (44%)

112 (56%)

137 (69%)

48 (23%)

49 (25%)

149 (75%)

3520

210

102 (49%)

108 (51%)

162 (77%)

48 (23%)

36 (17%)

174 (83%)

168

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30 (41%)

44 (59%)

52 (70%)

21 (25%)

7 (10%)

67 (90%)

176

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41 (49%)

62 (75%)

21 (25%)

7 (8%)

76 (92%)

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67 (54%)

85 (69%)

27 (21%)

43 (35%)

81 (65%)

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67 (53%)

100 (79%)

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Overall In-State Out-of-State

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TOTAL APPLICANTS

TOTAL MATRICULANTS

FemaleMale

25 years old and underAbove 25 years old

Race/Ethnicity: MinorityRace/Ethnicity: White

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202

93 (46%)

109 (54%)

170 (84%)

32 (16%)

53 (26%)

149 (74%)

153

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22 (59%)

30 (81%)

7 (19%)

3 (8%)

34 (92%)

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165

78 (47%)

87 (53%)

140 (85%)

25 (15%)

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115 (70%)

TOTAL APPLICANTS

TOTAL MATRICULANTS

FemaleMale25 years old and underAbove 25 years oldRace/Ethnicity: MinorityRace/Ethnicity: White

2010

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80 (42%)

112 (58%)

147 (77%)

45 (23%)

34 (18%)

158 (82%)

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109 (78%)

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Home county of 2011-12WVSOM students:First year through fourth year

map created 9/17/2012

257TOTAL STUDENTS

FROM WEST VIRGINIA

Home stateof 2011-12 WVSOM students:First year through fourth year

map created 9/17/2012

841TOTAL STUDENTS

The maps on this page illustrate the home state for all of the

current students in our program. There are students from every

state in the country with the exception of six states. The West

Virginia map illustrates that the in-state students are from 45 of

the 55 counties that make up West Virginia.

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STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

WVSOM students achieve great things

outside of the classrooms and labs, despite

their heavy workloads. The school has

a talented, hard-working student body

committed to serving others. Every year,

WVSOM students provide extensive

community service hours, are involved in a

variety of co-curricular activities and raise

money for local organizations as indicated

in this section of the report.

Community ServiceVolunteer service to the community has been a profound commitment of WVSOM students for many years. The city of Lewisburg and the Greater Greenbrier Valley have benefitted from the many hours of direct service to nonprofit organizations as well as fundraising provided by a socially-conscious student body.

The T.O.U.C.H. (Translating Osteopathic Understanding to Community Health) program began during the 2007-2008 academic year under the leadership of Michael Brackman, Class of 2010. T.O.U.C.H. is a program sponsored by the Council of Osteopathic Student Government Presidents (COSGP), which seeks to encourage osteopathic medical students at all the COMs to become active members of their community. Each year, WVSOM students have contributed thousands of hours of community service to the program.

In the spring 2011, new levels of recognition were developed by COSGP for T.O.U.C.H. participation. Students now receive platinum, gold or silver recognition.

SILVER

GOLD

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97 WVSOM STUDENTS

One student qualified for the platinum level by performing 436 hours of service.

The gold level recognizes students who complete more than 100 hours of volunteer service. In this category, 49 students completed a total of 6,810 hours.

The silver level recognizes students who complete between 50 and 100 hours of volunteer service. In this category, 97 students completed a total of 5,970 hours.

For the 2011-2012 academic year, first through fourth year students volunteered 15,517 hours of community service.

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The following are some of the activities students were involved in during 2012:

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Blood pressure screeningsWVSOM students provide free blood pressure readings to West Virginia Sate Fair attendees every August. In 2012, a total of 2,497 people visited WVSOM’s blood pressure booth throughout the week at the fair. There were also 123 people who had their cholesterol checked during the fair.

Second-year osteopathic medical students provided the free blood pressure checks to those who stopped by the booth. Physicians and Clinical Evaluation Center staff members were also available. The WVSOM Center for Rural and Community Health (CRCH) provided educational material to residents about rural programs.

Students also provide free blood pressure readings during community festivals. WVSOM’s Student Association of American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (ACOFP) hosted a free blood pressure booth at the annual Taste of Our Towns festival in Lewisburg in October.

Day of Caring WVSOM students know how to put aside studying for a while to take part in manual labor. Each year, students work with the United Way of Greenbrier Valley and Generation Greenbrier Valley to perform service projects for area communities.

Students take part in revamping, renovating, cleaning and beautifying different organizations and working at area parks, youth camps, Alderson Hospitality House, tutoring centers, day care centers and Habitat for Humanity.

New club combines the outdoors with medicine This year, a new club for students interested in the outdoors and its connection to providing medical care with limited resources formed at WVSOM. Erin Board founded the Wilderness Medicine Club because there was no organization devoted to providing more

environmentally-friendly fundraisers and events. One of the goals of the club is to improve medical education in the recognition, treatment and prevention of wilderness medical emergencies, as well as to increase the exposure of wilderness and outdoor activities to the WVSOM community.

The group works closely with WVSOM’s Rural Health Initiative to organize events such as a Search and Rescue training day, a shadow experience with ski patrollers at Snowshoe Mountain Resort, guest speaker lectures, emergency tracheotomy scenario lab and a variety of fundraisers.

Grand Affair WVSOM’s annual Grand Affair is a night for students to get glammed up at The Greenbrier, but more importantly it is an event that raises money for student scholarship funds.

This year’s November event, presented by the WVSOM Student Government Association, raised $21,519 — the largest amount raised since its inception.

Grand Affair organizers attribute the success of the event to support from business sponsorship on all levels. Silent auction items and in-house contributions also helped to raise funds and keep the cost of hosting the event to a minimum. Silent auction items raised about $5,666 and contributions from The Greenbrier Resort and Gillespie’s Flowers helped to curtail decorating costs. At the end of the academic year the scholarship funds are given to students who demonstrate outstanding leadership qualities and community service.

Free health screenings, osteopathic treatments In 2012, Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin enacted a statewide “Day to Serve” proclamation for which WVSOM introduced a Community Health Awareness Day with free adult health screenings at the Clinical Evaluation Center.

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mass index (BMI), blood pressure and dental screenings. In compliance with national health guidelines, individuals were also eligible for blood sugar and cholesterol screenings. Men were eligible for rectal and prostate screenings while women were eligible for breast, pelvic and pap smear screenings. All health screenings were provided by medical students at the school under the supervision of qualified physicians.

The institution also provides patient treatment to community members while offering learning opportunities to its students through the Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) Clinic. Every year, the second-year students at WVSOM are given hands-on experience with patients and the opportunity to incorporate techniques they have learned in Osteopathic Principles and Practice classes and labs throughout the year.

The clinic is available from January through March. Students are under the supervision of local osteopathic physicians during the clinic.

Mini-Medical School WVSOM students have helped residents and high school students in the community understand the osteopathic medical profession through “Mini-Medical School” sessions.

Participants don’t earn a medical degree or the ability to practice medicine, but they do gain valuable insights into how the body functions. During the course, community members will learn about the causes of common symptoms like chest pain, difficulty breathing, abdominal pain and fatigue. Systems examined may include the cardiovascular system, respiratory system and gastrointestinal system.

The program includes hands-on exposure to plastinated body organs and robotic patient simulators. Participants explore photography and diagrams of internal body systems and use common medical devices like stethoscopes, endotracheal tubes and laryngoscopes.

The Mini-Med program provides important health information to participants and encourages high school students to consider careers in health care.

International serviceWhile the majority of community service hours are performed in the state of West Virginia, the interest in providing health education and health care in under-served, poverty stricken countries has increased in recent years. A 2009 survey published in Academic Medicine found approximately 25 percent of U.S. medical students graduate with international medical experience. WVSOM students have provided health care services in countries such as the Dominican Republic, an annual service trip organized by the PAX Club; and Honduras, an annual mission/service trip organized by the WVSOM chapter of CMDA (Christian Medical and Dental Association). Students have also volunteered or completed clinical rotations in Sierra Leone, Haiti, the Republic of Georgia, Zambia and South Africa.

FitnessWVSOM students are active in the area of recreational sports and fitness, which is easy to do with the school’s Founders’ Activity Center. A sense of teamwork is exhibited in intramural football, soccer and basketball games. Students have also organized dodge ball tournaments, volleyball games, and ultimate Frisbee. Exercise classes like Zumba and Yoga are offered by students who are certified instructors. Every spring, WVSOM staff and students come together on the parade field and cheer their teams during the annual Student-Faculty softball tournament.

Service to each otherThe commitment to serve others includes a desire to see each WVSOM student succeed academically. In addition to all the service to community groups, agencies and organizations, students often organize study groups and help one another to succeed studying for COMLEX I. This peer support is another example of what makes the WVSOM experience unique.

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CLASS OF 1978James H. Deering, D.O.,was named to the Board of Directors and First Vice President of Mid-Michigan Physicians, P.C. MMP is the largest independent primary care/specialty group in Michigan with 62 providers.

Naomi Wriston, D.O., was named assistant medical director for onsite and Wellness Services with Employer Services at OhioHealth.

CLASS OF 1979Michael Levy, D.O.,published a continuing education article in the Nevada Lawyer, the official publication of the State Bar of Nevada. Dr. Levy is the founder and medical director of the Center for Addiction Medicine in Las Vegas.

CLASS OF 1982Monte Finch, D.O.,was recognized as one of America’s “Most Compassionate Doctors,” a category of the national Patients’ Choice awards.

Ernest Miller, D.O., was elected president of the West Virginia Osteopathic Medical Association (WVOMA).

CLASS OF 1984Robert Must, D.O.,was named Outstanding Rural Health Provider of the Year during the annual West Virginia Rural Health Conference.

CLASS OF 1985Lorenzo L. Pence, D.O.,was elected chairman of the Council on Osteopathic Postdoctoral Training Institutions (COPTI).

J. Keith Speed, D.O., joined the faculty of William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine as a full-time associate professor of medicine.

CLASS OF 1988Maryann Cater, D.O.,was elected president of the West Virginia State Medical Association.

CLASS OF 1992Maurice Nida, D.O.,was awarded the first LMU-DCOM Preceptor of the Year award at Lincoln Memorial University – DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine. The award recognizes a preceptor who displays a passion for teaching, a commitment to service and a dedication to the highest ethical standards.

CLASS OF 1993Jonathan M. Cook, D.O., was appointed to the office of president of the Georgia Academy of Family Physicians during a Nov. 9 annual scientific assembly in Atlanta.

Melissa Miller, D.O., has been acting chief of anesthesia at Gallup Indian Medical Center in Gallup, N.M., since January 2012.

ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENT

There is no better legacy of WVSOM’s

commitment to quality osteopathic medical

education than its graduates. Their tremendous

accomplishments and contributions are a

daily source of pride for the school. While we

are unable to document all the achievements

of our alumni, below are some of the alumni

highlights from 2012.

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CLASS OF 1994Catherine Bishop, D.O.,was elected Board Chair for GOInternational. This is an interdenominational short-term mission organization that travels to 22 countries providing medical and dental care.

CLASS OF 1995Michael Dellinger, D.O., was named Secretary/Treasurer at Hilton Head Hospital in Hilton Head, S.C. Dr. Dellinger is board certified in anesthesiology.

Robin King-Thiele, D.O., is the chair of internal medicine and assistant professor at Campbell University in Buies Creek, N.C.

CLASS OF 1996Victoria Shuman, D.O., became Associate Dean for Graduate Medical Education at WVSOM.

Kelli Ward, D.O., was recently elected to the Arizona Senate, where she wants to ensure physician representation regarding health care programs and budgetary issues.

CLASS OF 2000Donovan Beckett, D.O., was sworn in as a member of the Mingo County (W.Va.) Redevelopment Authority. Dr. Beckett has also served on the Williamson Redevelopment

Authority since 2005 and as its director since 2006.

Daniel Reed, D.O., was named 2012 Phoenix “Top Doc” for radiation oncology, his second time to receive this honor.

CLASS OF 2001Ty Robinson, D.O., has joined the faculty of the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Spartansurg, S.C., as an assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology.

CLASS OF 2004Heather Ratliff, D.O., accepted the faculty position of assistant professor in Clinical Sciences at WVSOM, as well as Director of Medical Education at Greenbrier Valley Medical Center.

Robert Ratzlaff, D.O., was named assistant medical director of the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Units at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

CLASS OF 2005Hayes Calvert, D.O., was selected as clinical instructor at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in the EM Department, as well as being selected as the Emergency Medicine Attending and Assistant Medical Director for Wilkes Regional Medical Center.

CLASS OF 2008Cordell Davis, D.O., was the 2012 recipient of the national Urology Resident Achievement Award bestowed by the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. The award recognizes a urology resident in the country who demonstrates exceptional clinical ability, patient/resident manner, resident/staff relationships and resident/community involvement.

Albert R. Fogle, D.O., has joined WVSOM as assistant professor of geriatrics. He recently returned from a tour of duty in Afghanistan with the West Virginia Army National Guard.

Rachel Lagos, D.O., a resident in diagnostic radiology at West Virginia University Hospital, made national news in 2012 when the research team she headed discovered physiological evidence of “chemo brain.” Study results were presented to the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America and to the National Institutes of Health in Washington, D.C.

CLASS OF 2009Jeremy Proctor, D.O., has joined WVSOM as assistant professor of family medicine.

CLASS OF 2011Kristi Swanson, D.O., earned “Outstanding Intern of the Year” from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences as part of her internal medicine residency.

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In 2012, the West Virginia School of Osteopathic

Medicine turned 40 years old. At the anniversary

kick-off event held in August, alumni and their

families, faculty, staff and friends of the school

came together for a celebration that included the

recollection of old memories and the creation of

new ones.

D.O.c-tacular WeekendThe weekend event included medical education, musical entertainment, dining and dancing – and laughter, lots of laughter, as old friendships were renewed.

Founder O.J. Bailes, D.O. was present for the festivities. The school’s first president, Dr. Roland P. Sharp, made a special guest appearance Friday evening to the delight of both the school’s first graduates and its current students. At a ripe, young 104 years old, Sharp regaled listeners with stories of WVSOM’s early years, commending the compassionate spirit and commitment to excellence that has defined the institution. He had a kind word for everyone who stopped by his table to chat, often recalling them by name.

Afterwards, the crowd was entertained by the familiar tunes of the Ramp Supper Band, magic and illusions delivered by President Michael Adelman and an electrifying performance from the Dueling Fiddlers.

U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin graced the stage to welcome all and share his congratulations for 40 great years.

40th ANNIVERSARY

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The weekend wasn’t only for graduates, as spouses and children had special activities planned to educate, entertain and engage them throughout the weekend.

After an elegant Saturday evening event at The Greenbrier Resort, alumni gathered on campus one last time for a farewell brunch Sunday morning. It was a bittersweet scene as newly reconnected friends shared final reminiscences before exchanging a quick hug goodbye and hitting the road. Monday would bring appointments to keep and patients to see. But for just a moment, they had once again been in the flower of their youth, among good friends at the cusp of brilliant medical careers.

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IDENTITY CAMPAIGNWVSOM’s 40th anniversary milestone provided the perfect opportunity to create integrated messaging that positioned the school as a forward-thinking institution whose graduates are having a positive impact on the region’s health care.

Communications featured WVSOM statistics that may have been new information for readers:

1. WVSOM is No. 1 among all medical schools in the United States graduating primary care physicians who practice in rural areas.

2. According to the latest statistics, of West Virginia-educated physicians who graduated between 1981 and 2006 and practice in rural West Virginia, over half are graduates of WVSOM.

3. WVSOM graduates represent the highest number of practicing physicians (all specialties) in over half of West Virginia’s counties.

The identity campaign continued to expand over the year as a way to bring attention to WVSOM’s mission and to build awareness of the institution’s leadership in rural primary care.

In addition to state and local advertising, the school participated in the development of news articles for a variety of statewide publications which highlighted recent accomplishments. Content included the launch of WVSOM’s new patient-presentation curriculum, community outreach provided by the school’s Mini-Med program, the healthy children’s initiative and the hosting of West Virginia’s first opioid prescriber CME to support Senate Bill 437.

WVSOM’s identity campaign launched at the end of August, simultaneously with the school’s anniversary weekend for alumni. Both local and statewide advertising provided an opportunity for the school to reflect on turning 40, while introducing West Virginia to some of the school’s graduates practicing medicine in the state.

Because osteopathic medicine’s focus on integrated, holistic patient-centered care is a unique value proposition of the practice, the patient experience was pulled into the campaign with testimonials included in the patients’ own words.

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Social media was employed to raise exposure of school news and events among diverse audiences and to drive visitors to the school’s websites for more information.

In order to build greater advocacy at the state level, both targeted communications and one-on-one marketing opportunities were developed to tell WVSOM’s story to influencers throughout the state. Activities and messaging were educational and aspirational, designed to create brand ambassadors and engage external stakeholders in the success of the school.

• WVSOM graduates are leaders in the osteopathic profession and engaged in health policy at local, state and national levels.

• WVSOM is recognized nationally as a center of excellence in osteopathic medical education, rural medicine, primary care, clinical training and effective utilization of technology in medical education.

• Graduates of the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine are competitive and recognized in their chosen fields.

• WVSOM maintains a close-knit community of dedicated medical education professionals that attracts the highest quality students, faculty and staff.

WVSOM produces good doctors. We know it. Our hospital partners know it. Patients across West Virginia know it. It’s time to get the word out.

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WVSOM’s new Patient Presentation Preclinical Curriculum is designed to address long-standing curricular goals of the faculty. It alters the way the curriculum content is organized and delivered to students, while retaining the best elements of the systems-based and problem-based curricula. The decision to re-organize the curriculum was driven by the emergence of new curricular models that focus on common patient presentations as a more effective way to integrate basic science and clinical information in the context of physician/patient interactions. The decision to modify how the curriculum is delivered to students was driven by the emergence of adult learning strategies that demonstrate better retention and application of information by students to solve patient problems. The WVSOM faculty and academic administration recognized the need to change the curriculum in order to address the needs of the students to better serve the patient.

ACADEMICS

In August 2012, WVSOM implemented a new Patient

Presentation Curriculum based on adult learning methods.

This restructuring in curriculum has been years in the making.

Below is a description of the new curriculum and why the

institution has made this significant change.

WVSOM’s new Patient Presentation Curricular model is based on the most common ways patients present to a physician. These patient presentations form the basis of the first- and second-year curricular structure. The new curriculum begins with a “foundation” course that focuses the beginning medical student on basic science principles important for understanding the mechanisms of action and treatment strategies delivered as part of the patient presentations. In the first year, patient presentations are organized by organ systems. Second-year patient presentations will become progressively more complex, include multisystem presentations and incorporate previous presentations to form a spiral curriculum that reinforces and builds on previous learning. Clinical skills and osteopathic principles and practices (OPP) courses – in which students learn basic skills essential for an osteopathic physician – are concurrent with the patient presentations in the first and second year. Throughout the new curriculum the seven osteopathic competencies and clinical reasoning skills are incorporated as appropriate for the developmental stage of the student.

All of the courses in the new curriculum have a mix of large and small group curricular delivery methods including traditional lectures and labs, as well as interactive team based learning and

Socratic methods. In addition, standardized patients, robot simulators, electronic medical records and medical informatics have been incorporated as part of the learning experiences provided to students. Scheduled curricular hours have been kept to about 25 hours per week for all curricular activities with the exception of faculty-directed assignments. Evaluation and assessment of student learning have occurred throughout

the curricular continuum to ensure that each student is learning and demonstrating competency as determined by the faculty. Students receive formative, summative, faculty and peer feedback to assist the student with their strengths and weaknesses.

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Rural Health InitiativeThe West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission awarded a $664,490 grant to WVSOM for its Rural Health Initiative. RHI accomplishments in 2012 included:

• Achieved a total of 33 WVSOM students participating in the program

• Exposed RHI students to mining, the timber industry and wilderness rescue experiences

• Hosted a RHI Rural Practice Day with 134 WVSOM students, 25 spouses/significant others, 30 WVSOM employees, guests and presenters

• Conducted RHI pipeline activities for high school and undergraduate students to introduce them to rural medicine opportunities

• Completed 1,816 rural rotations by WVSOM students in 2012

Rural and urban areas outside West Virginia are determined by RUCA (Rural-Urban Commuting Area) codes. A zip code is considered “urban” if at least 30% of its residents commute to an urbanized area of 50,000 people or more.

Primary care specialties include general practice, family practice, internal medicine, pediatrics, OB/GYN and internal medicine/pediatrics.

There are 2,530 WVSOM graduates practicing medicine

throughout the country. A large percentage of these graduates

are primary care physicians (70%) and many practice in rural

areas (35%). For those graduates who practice medicine in West

Virginia (32%), 71% of them are primary care physicians and

49% practice in rural areas of the state. Definitions of primary

care and rural vs. non-rural areas are provided below.

GRADUATE DEMOGRAPHICS

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1978-2009127 (6%)

1,872 (94%)

Still in residency or not in practice

In practice

WVSOM GRADUATES

*The class of 2009 represents the latest class whose members were already in practice. The members of the classes of 2010-12 are in the process of completing residency programs.

478 (79%)

125 (21%)

294 (49%)

309 (51%)

603 (32%)

826 (65%)

443 (35%)

926 (73%)

343 (27%)

1,269 (68%)

1,304 (70%)

568 (30%)

1,220 (65%)

652 (35%)

1,872

In-State Out-of-State

Primary careNon-primary care

Urban careRural care

TOTAL

Classes of 1978-2009*

Overall

Location of grads in West Virginia1978-2009*RURAL MEDICINERural West Virginia is defined by the WV HEPC as any area outside Beckley, Charleston, South Charleston, Dunbar, Nitro, Institute, Clarksburg, Fairmont, Huntington, Barboursville, Hurricane, Martinsburg, Morgantown, Star City, Westover, Parkersburg, Vienna, Weirton and Wheeling.

Location of all WVSOM grads1978-2009*RURAL MEDICINERural is defined by the Rural-Urban Communting Area (RUCA) code.A zip code is considered “rural” if fewer than 30% of its residents commute to an urbanized area of 50,000 people or more.

map created 9/17/2012

653TOTAL GRADUATES

map created 9/17/2012

309TOTAL GRADUATES IN WEST VIRGINIA

In 2012, Academic Medicine named WVSOM the No. 1

medical school (D.O. or M.D.) in the country for producing

physicians who practice in rural areas of Appalachia.

The maps on this page show you why. WVSOM graduates

practice medicine in rural areas all over the country but

especially in Appalachia.

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Location of grads in West Virginia1978-2009*PRIMARY CAREPrimary care includes general practice, family practice, internal medicine, pediatrics, OB/GYN and internal medicine/pediatrics

Location of all WVSOM grads1978-2009*PRIMARY CARE

map created 9/17/2012

1,304TOTAL GRADUATES

map created 9/17/2012

478TOTAL GRADUATES IN WEST VIRGINIA

WVSOM is a national leader in primary care. The maps

on this page illustrate WVSOM primary care physicians

located in 44 of 50 states nationwide. In West Virginia, only

nine counties do not have a WVSOM graduate practicing

primary care medicine.

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INSTITUTIONAL STRATEGIC PLAN

WVSOM’s Board of Governors and the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission approved the Institutional

Strategic Plan in 2011. The five year plan covers six major areas: education, facilities, technology, finances, outreach and

reputation. Significant progress has been made in 2012 on implementing the Institutional Strategic Plan.

Education• A new preclinical curriculum was implemented in August

2012 for first-year students• Cornerstone Care Teaching Health Center residency program

was added to the Mountain State Osteopathic Post-Doctoral Training Institutions (MSOPTI)

• New partnership opportunities were initiated with the University of Charleston School of Pharmacy

• A pre-osteopathic medicine track was launched for Concord University undergraduates

• High quality faculty, staff and students from diverse backgrounds were recruited to advance the educational mission of the institution

Facilities• A new Student Center and the expansion of the Clinical

Evaluation Center (CEC) were approved for construction• The first floor of the WVSOM Main Building was renovated • The Roland P. Sharp Alumni Center and James R. Stookey

Library received upgrades• The Greenbrier House was removed from campus• New recycling programs and Americans with Disabilities Act

compliance projects were implemented• A state-of-the-art heating, ventilation and air conditioning

(HVAC) system was installed

Technology• The WVSOM network upgrade was completed• Student laptop and mobile access programs were upgraded• Additional patient simulators were purchased to enhance

medical education• Electronic health records (EHR) were incorporated into the

curriculum

Finances• WVSOM launched new marketing efforts for CEC services,

including an EHR vendor fair and OSCE training for other

institutions• WVSOM hired an institutional grant writer• The school increased its external funding efforts with positive

results• The first Capital Campaign was launched with new naming

opportunities for construction projects• Utility expenses were reduced and print management

services implemented• A five year financial plan was developed and approved

Outreach• The WVSOM Center for Rural and Community Health was

established and funded• An Identity Campaign was launched to raise awareness of the

school and its impact within the state• The school increased its legislative outreach and enhanced

relationships with affiliated organizations• Additional partnership opportunities were identified which

included Intelligent Simulations, Inc. and the Greenbrier County Board of Education

Reputation• WVSOM received accreditation candidacy status from the

Higher Learning Commission• A new marketing director was hired. 2012 projects included

updating and expanding school publications, developing new media relations opportunities and strengthening social media efforts for the institution

• The institution’s visibility at the state, national and international levels was enhanced

o Expanded WVSOM faculty/administration serving in national leadership positions

o Increased WVSOM faculty/administration presenting at state and national conferences

o Hosted the first opioid prescriber CME course held in West Virginia

o Developed new opportunities for international clinical rotations and global collaborations

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The WVSOM Graduate Medical

Education (GME) department and

Mountain State OPTI (MSOPTI)

were engaged in numerous efforts

in support of GME in 2012. We

are proud that the number and

quality of graduate medical

programs continues to improve

and make WVSOM strong.

GME/MSOPTI

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The summary below references the department’s most significant projects and activities during the academic year:

• AOA and HRSA approval of its second new ambulatory-based family medicine residency program: Cornerstone Care Teaching Health Center (Mt. Morris, Pa.), which has partnered with Mon General Hospital (Morgantown, W.Va.) for required hospital rotations and support. Start date: July 1, 2013

• Consulting activities associated with new residency program development at (10) West Virginia-based and regional hospital locations in southern, southwestern, southeastern, central, eastern panhandle West Virginia, Virginia and Ohio

• Participation in annual “Hospital Day” residency recruitment events in Des Moines, Iowa; Kirksville, Mo.; Kansas City, Mo.; Pikeville, Ky.; Blacksburg, Va.; White Sulphur Springs, W.Va.; Athens, Ohio; and Erie, Pa.

• Annual MSOPTI House Staff Day. Received highest number of poster exhibitions (25) in history of event

• Development of new (updated) MSOPTI Strategic Plan (2013-2017)

• Development of new MSOPTI promotional materials

including brochures and banner displays

• Increased Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) coordination for WVSOM fourth-year students and addition of VSAS services, which assist students in rotation options

• Southeastern Area Health Education Center, which was re-organized under MSOPTI for (grant) administration (2012), continues to collaborate and co-sponsor faculty development and CME programs with MSOPTI, including:

o Oral Health Seminar and Interdisciplinary Clinical Skills Lab

o End-of-Life and Alzheimer’s Disease Geriatric Seminar

o Two Caregiver Universities

o Childhood Obesity and Diabetes CME

o Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Seminar and Skills Lab

There are currently 153 D.O.s in MSOPTI programs. These include WVSOM graduates as well as graduates from other osteopathic medical colleges around the nation. There are 106 (69.2%) D.O.s currently in either MSOPTI primary care residencies (family practice, geriatrics, internal medicine, pediatrics) or a traditional rotating osteopathic internship.

Specialty (MSOPTI participants)

EMERGENCY MEDICINE

FAMILY PRACTICE

GERIATRICS (FELLOWSHIP)

INTERNAL MEDICINE

INTERNAL MEDICINE AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE

PEDIATRICS

TRADITIONAL ROTATING OSTEOPATHIC INTERNSHIP

UROLOGICAL SURGERY

32 (20.9%)

52 (33.9%)

0 (N/A)

40 (26.1%)

5 (3.2%)

6 (3.9%)

8 (5.2%)

10 (6.5%)

Total 153

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Location of Mountain State Osteopathic Postdoctoral Training Institutions.

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RESEARCH AND GRANTS

A revival of research productivity is

occurring at WVSOM. We are proud

of the activities of our faculty and

students to create new knowledge

and serve others through research.

This section provides an overview of

research highlights in 2012.

Faculty in researchWVSOM faculty published seven peer reviewed articles and made 23 invited speaker or peer-reviewed poster presentations.

Extramural grant applications by faculty continue to grow and strengthen. We entered the academic year with ongoing support for five projects. During the 2011-2012 academic year, WVSOM faculty and administrators submitted 22 extramural grants with 17 being funded in the amount total of $1,776,579.

Institutional support for researchIntramural funding remains a cornerstone of research support for WVSOM faculty. This funding allows support for our faculty. This funding allows faculty to present and publish their research, generate preliminary data to

support extramural funding applications and involve students in research projects.

During the academic year, nine intramural grants were awarded to faculty for approximately $43,444.93. In addition, the institution continues to strengthen research infrastructure through the purchase of shared equipment. This type of support is critical for the continued growth of research at WVSOM. During the academic year, $19,501.16 was allocated for the purchase of an Image Acquisition System.

Additional research highlightsThe institution continued providing funds to the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Program. This is a subscription service providing research ethics education to all members of the research community. The CITI Program is used by more than 1,130 participating institutions

and facilities from around the world. Its content includes: Human Subjects Research, Good Clinical Practice and Responsible Conduct of Research.

The institution provided funding for a protocol management system. This will allow the implementation of a web-based system to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of human and animal research protocol review processes.

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Extramural funding

Continuing Awards

New Awards

$308,000

$159,109

$20,000

$893,485

$4,700

$10,000

$2,500

$60,000

$50,000

$1,785

$3,000K. BRIDGES1 year

J. HANNAFinal year

H. CLEMENTS-JEWERY4 years - in second year

W. MILLERFinal year

HASSEN/MILLER5 years - in first year

W. MILLER1 year

M. MODRZAKOWSKI/A. HASSEN/L. PENCE5 years - in first year

STUDENT AFFAIRS1 year

E. THOMAS1 year

A. HASSEN2 years - in first year

P. CRAWFORD2 years - in first year

American Chemical Society

American Heart Association

National Science Foundation

CW Benedum Foundation

WV-Sbirt DHHR

Clinical Translational Science Institute (CTSI)

Social Justice Award

Geriatrics

WVU Office of Health Services Res.

WV Insurance Commission

National Health Service Corps

$264,000 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

WVSOM is proud to be a primary partner with West Virginia University, WVU’s Health Science Center, WVU Healthcare, West Virginia United Health System, and the Charleston Area Medical Center as part of the West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute (WVCTSI). The purpose of the WVCTSI is to address health issues that most commonly affect the people of West Virginia; targeting cancer, cardiovascular disease, stroke and obesity-related diseases. The National Institutes of Health awarded the WVCTSI a $19.6 million grant in August 2012, and with additional support from statewide partners placed the total grant at $53.1 million for a 5 year period. WVSOM will release $96,077 in the first year of the grant and a total of $893,485 over the five year grant period. The grant goals include expansion of infrastructure to facilitate the practice of clinical and translational research relevant to West Virginians and to enable research and clinical scientists in West Virginia to become more competitive for NIH and other biomedical research funding opportunities.

1 year

TOTAL RESEARCH FUNDING: $1,776,579

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Students in researchWVSOM sponsors two events annually during the academic year to acknowledge the research efforts of students and faculty. The research forums are named events to honor retired faculty members who conducted research during their careers. Student highlights for the Dr. James P. Wells, Professor Emeritus, 2012 Faculty/Student Research Forum presented on April 18, 2012, included poster presentations by Kathryn Kaye, OMS II, Allyssa Berns, OMS II, Sheila Fiaum, OMS II, and Katherine Haney, OMS II. An oral presentation by Rawan ElAmin, OMS IV, on The Potential for a Non-Hormonal Emergency Contraception, was also well received.

The Dr. William Martin, Professor Emeritus Faculty/Student Research Showcase held on Oct. 2, 2012, featured nine posters authored by 14 students and their faculty mentors. Students also had the option to present their poster content in oral presentations in a “Lightening Talks” session delivered to an audience of faculty, students and staff. Several 10 minute presentations were delivered by seven student authors.

The experiences gained from presenting at the research forums prepared students to present to off campus audiences. Travel support provided by WVSOM allowed students to present their research findings at regional and national levels. Several student posters were presented at the West Virginia Rural Health Conference held at Glade Springs, W.Va. and at the Osteopathic Medical Conference and Exposition (OMED) of the Annual Meeting of the American Osteopathic Association held in San Diego, Calif. WVSOM students Matthew Copeland, OMS II, and Evan Stern, OMS II, earned a first place ribbon in the Research Abstracts and Poster Session at OMED for their work “The Cystine/Glutamate Antiporter Regulates Indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase Enzymatic Activity and Protein Levels in Human Monocyte-derived Dendritic Cells” under the supervision of faculty mentor Bonny Dickinson, Ph.D. Their work is also to be published in The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association (JAOA) and in the American Journal of Clinical and Experimental Immunology.

Institutional support remains strong for students to present their research at national meetings. WVSOM provided more than $15,000 in funds to support student presentation opportunities.

RESEARCH DAY SHOWCASES STUDENTS’ WORKThe Dr. William Martin Faculty/Student Research Showcase allows WVSOM students to present medical posters about research they have conducted under the supervision of faculty members. This year, nine posters were part of the event’s sessions. Second-year students provided lightening talks for five posters. The talks allowed students to explain their research and answer questions from guests.

Jonathan Daly, OMS II, was the People’s Choice Winner for his poster about the “Use of OMT in Recreational Runners as Preventative Medicine.”

Dr. William Martin, a faculty member at WVSOM for 26 years, was recognized with a plaque for his continuous dedication to research during his time at the institution.

“He taught generations of students,” said Jim Nemitz, Ph.D., vice president of administration and external relations. “Graduates would call him years later to express their thanks once they realized how much they’d learn from him.”

RECOGNITIONWVSOM STUDENTS WIN FIRST PLACE AT OMED POSTER SESSION At the AOA’s Osteopathic Medical Conference and Exposition (OMED) held Oct. 7-9 in San Diego, WVSOM students Matthew Copeland, OMS II, and Evan Stern, OMS II, earned a first place ribbon in the Research Abstracts and Poster Session for their work “The Cystine/Glutamate Antiporter Regulates Indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase Enzymatic Activity and Protein Levels in Human Monocyte-derived Dendritic Cells” under the supervision of faculty mentor Bonny Dickinson, Ph.D.

First prize winners receive $500 from the Council on Research in recognition of their efforts. Their work will also be published in an issue of The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association (JAOA). In addition, the full length paper has been accepted for publication in the American Journal of Clinical and Experimental Immunology.

Judges for the poster session are qualified volunteers from a college of osteopathic medicine. The students had 5-7 minutes to present their poster and answer judges’ questions.

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Grants, donations and additional funds

TOTAL GRANTS AND DONATIONS: $4,802,043

Grants

Donations

$735,894$1,040,685

$30,000$1,014,560

$500,000$30,000

$192,000$94,414

$400,000$100,000

$664,490

Continuing grant funding

New grant awards

Alpha Natural Resources

Capital Campaign

Five for Five Campaign

Greenbrier Classic

AHEC

Residency Funds

WV State Allocation to Base

WV State Healthy Children’s Initiative

Rural Health Initiative

Additional Funds

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WVSOM CENTER FOR RURAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH

As stated in WVSOM’s mission, “WVSOM is dedicated to serve, first and

foremost, the state of West Virginia and the special health care needs of its

residents.” The WVSOM Center for Rural and Community Health (CRCH) is

one of the institution’s strategies to meet our mission to serve West Virginia.

The center has had significant growth since its inception in 2011.

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Additional staff were added to the CRCH in 2012 including an administrative director, Arnold Hassen, Ph.D., and a part time health educator, Ms. Terri Pyne, who work with the program director, Wayne Miller, Ph.D., Haylee Heinsberg, M.S., and Joyce Martin to develop and deliver a variety of outreach programs.

The CRCH has been successful in obtaining external funding for its initiatives. A total of $1,398,985 in external funds have been awarded to the CRCH for projects extending over the next five years.

CRCH programs:Health Index Score and Health Enhancement Responses (HIS & HER) campaign: With funding from the state rural outreach and SE-AHEC program, health assessment scorecards are distributed throughout the Greenbrier Valley to help community members evaluate their health status and determine where and how to get help for specific problems

Community Health Education Resource Person (CHERP) program:With funding from The Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation and a Community Transformation Grant, lay members of communities are trained to be a local resource for health information, provide assistance to health care providers and help community members find access to health care

WV Health Benefits Exchange, Office of the WV Insurance Commission: Developed recommendations for consumer education and quality measures to facilitate health care provider selection

WV Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) Idea Project: Developing collaborations with communities and providers to conduct community based research on efficacy of health improvement interventions

WV Geologic and Economic Survey Broadband Expansion Support: Creating a multilayer interactive mapping resource to facilitate health care and economic planning in Greenbrier County

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Second season of Abracadabra continues focus on children’s healthAbracadabra, the children’s television series developed and hosted by WVSOM President Michael Adelman, D.O., D.P.M., J.D., completed its second season of taping in 2012.

Combining magic, ventriloquism and original music with important lessons about health, nutrition, exercise, safety and science, the show continues to capture the hearts of young viewers.

“WVSOM’s Healthy Children’s Initiative reflects the school’s commitment to help a younger generation of West Virginians make good choices in their lives,” Dr. Adelman said. “The West Virginia Public Broadcasting crew and our valued sponsors have joined us in this very important mission.”

This season, the Abracadabra set enjoyed visits from several sponsors, as well as local performers like the Dueling Fiddlers. The show features a recurring cast of characters – Salty the pirate, Daisy the gardener, Professor Science and Nastini. All gained popularity this season, but the true star of the show is Joey.

“When we take Joey into schools to entertain kids, he’s treated like a rock star,” Dr. Adelman said. “He’s greeted with cheers and deafening applause. It’s a wonderful feeling to see how he’s connecting with our target audience.”

West Virginia elementary students received good news recently when West Virginia University’s CARDIAC program documented a reduction in childhood obesity rates over the past year for kindergarteners through fifth graders. Only second graders in their study experienced a slight increase, of one point to 24.5 percent.

“The kindergarten obesity rate declined from 17.5 percent to 13.6 percent compared to the prior school year,” said James W. Nemitz, Ph.D., a professor and vice president of administration and external relations at WVSOM. (He plays recurring character Professor Science on the television show.) “I think this reflects the work of organizations throughout the state that have made health and wellness for young people a top priority. We hope that parents are also becoming more involved in encouraging good habits.”

All involved in the show’s production agree this is no reason to think a corner has been turned in childhood obesity. “There’s

still much to do to create a positive and enduring change in eating and exercise behaviors,” Dr. Adelman said. “We believe this show can contribute as one of multiple efforts statewide aimed at creating healthier West Virginians.”

In addition to 13 new episodes, educational activity materials have been developed for children aged 4 to 10. Fans of the show also enjoy playing and learning on the show’s website: www.abracadabra.org.

In addition to WVSOM, show sponsors include Alpha Natural Resources, Charleston Area Medical Center, the CAMC Women and Children’s Hospital, West Virginia Mutual Insurance Company and West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Endorsed by the West Virginia Department of Education, the show airs on WV Public Broadcasting stations Saturdays and Sundays from 8:30 to 9 a.m.

HEALTHY CHILDREN’S INITIATIVEWVSOM CENTER FOR RURAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH

The following is an overview of the financial condition

of the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine as

of June 30, 2012.

Statement of net assets

West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) is proud to present its financial statements for fiscal year 2012, with fiscal year 2011 and 2010 data presented for comparative purposes. The emphasis of discussions about these statements will be on current year data. There are two financial statements presented: the statement of net assets; and the statement of revenues, expenses and changes in net assets. This discussion and analysis of WVSOM’s financial statements provides an overview of its financial activities for the year.

The statement of net assets presents the assets, liabilities and net assets of WVSOM as of the end of the fiscal year.

The statement of net assets show the amount of assets available to continue the operations of WVSOM along with what is owed to vendors, employees and lending institutions.

FINANCEI.

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The following statement shows the growth of the net assets during the last three years:

Net AssetsYears ended June 30

2011

(IN THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS)

2010201268,123

57,030

125,153

12,601

7,858

20,459

52,022

7,851

46

44,775

$104,694

48,438

50,398

98,836

11,782

4,359

16,141

44,944

6,152

46

31,553

$82,695

58,481

50,674

109,155

10,018

6,033

16,051

45,591

7,089

46

40,378

$93,104

LiabilitiesCurrent liabilities

Non-current liabilitiesTOTAL LIABILITIES

Net AssetsInvested in capital assetsRestricted – expendable

Restricted – nonexpendableUnrestricted

TOTAL NET ASSETS

AssetsCurrent assetsCapital assets

TOTAL ASSETS, NET

As the data shows, WVSOM’s financial position improved during this period. Total assets grew from $109M to $125M over the previous year while total liabilities increased by $1.6M due to construction projects resulting in a $11M increase in net assets.

The ratio of current assets to current liabilities improved for fiscal years 2012 to 8.67:1 from its 2011 ratio of 5.84:1.

Statement of revenues, expenses and changes in net assets (SRECNA)The purpose of the SRECNA is to present the revenues earned, both operating and non-operating, and the expenses incurred, operating and non-operating, and any other revenues, expenses, gains and losses earned or incurred by WVSOM.

Revenues for which goods and services are not provided are reported as non-operating revenues. For example, state appropriations are non-operating revenues because they are provided by the legislature to WVSOM without the legislature directly receiving commensurate goods and services for those revenues.

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69.20% Student tuition and fees

The following are the sources of revenue for WVSOM:

18.35%State appropriations

12.45%

12.45% includes:Bond funds

Auxiliary revenue

Contracts and grants

Interest on student loans receivables

Investment income

Other

7.38%

1.16%

2.9%

0.28%

0.14%

0.59%

2011 2010201233,978

34,240

(262)

11,590

11,590

93,104

-

$104,694

32,361

29,979

2,382

8,450

10,832

71,863

-

$82,695

34,767

32,911

1,856

8,552

10,409

82,695

-

$93,104

Non-Operating revenues - netIncrease in net assets

Cumulative effect of adoption of accounting principle

Net assets beginning of year

NET ASSETS, END OF YEAR

Operating revenuesOperating expenses

OPERATING INCOME

Statement of revenues, expenses and changes in net assetsYears ended June 30

(IN THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS)

The following shows the uses of the operating expenses during 2011-12:

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48.69%

26.38%

Salaries and wages*

Supplies and otherservices

16.05%Benefits*

* The salaries and wages and employee benefits categories increased by $1.4 million and made up approximately 65% of the operating expenses of WVSOM. Classified staff continued to be fully funded on the Mercer Schedule. A salary increase of 2.5% was provided to each person who was employed as of April 30, 2011.

Total operating expenses for fiscal year 2012 increased by approximately $2 million. The increase was primarily due to the costs associated with increases in wages and benefits.

16.05% includes:

Depreciation

Utilities

Loan cancellations and write-offs

Fees assessed by commission for operations

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CAPITAL CAMPAIGNThe West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine’s first ever capital campaign launched in 2012 during the school’s 40th Anniversary celebration.

The president articulated the school’s strategic priorities as an innovative institution of osteopathic medicine serving a critical – and growing – national need for primary care physicians.

“If we want WVSOM to continue to meet the expanding health care needs of West Virginia citizens and beyond, then a campaign like this is a necessity,” Dr. Adelman said. “Our vision for the school and the invaluable service it provides is no less than the vision of our original founders. And that requires resources.”

Technology is moving the world faster and farther than once thought possible. Institutions of higher learning must continue to transform the inherited approaches to education in order to meet those challenges.

“WVSOM has always had a culture of collaboration and teamwork that is at the heart of what makes this school great,” Adelman said. “The new facilities being constructed – the enhancements for the Clinical Evaluation Center and the new Student Center – these are more than brick and mortar structures. They are the breeding ground for future accomplishment.”

Over the past 40 years, the passion and support of students, faculty, alumni and friends have helped to elevate WVSOM into the top ranks of osteopathic education. As the nation’s health care environment transitions into the 21st

century, growing ever more complex and interconnected, WVSOM plans to be there, preparing future physicians to serve patients with the utmost in scientific knowledge coupled with compassion.

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Clinical Evaluation CenterCurrently, the Clinical Evaluation Center contains 19,000 square feet of space. It houses 24 standardized patient labs, six robot simulation labs, six ACLS labs, medium and large classrooms, and a variety of smaller conference rooms and offices. The new expansion will add more than 17,000 square feet of space and include a robotic birthing center, a robotic emergency simulation lab, six new robot simulation labs, a new simulation control room, nursing offices and a grand meeting hall.

Office 2 Allen Finkelstein, D.O.Office 3 Carmen Damiani, D.O.Office 4 Naomi Wriston, D.O.Office 5 David Allen, D.O.Office 6 Dr. & Mrs. O.J. BailesOffice 7 Cathy Dailey, D.O.Office 8 Eloise Hayes, D.O.Staff Lounge Dr. & Mrs. Art RubinTBD Michael Nicholas, D.O.

Grand Conference Hall John Manchin II, D.O.Emergency Simulation Lab Charles Davis, D.O.Robot/Birthing Center Manuel Ballas, D.O., & Kara O’Karma, D.O.Large Classroom Lewis Whaley, D.O.Medium Classroom Drs. Cheryl & Michael AdelmanACLS Room 1 Robert Hunter, D.O.ACLS Room 2 James Deering, D.O., & Jodi Flanders, D.O.Nurse’s Treatment Area A.S. Ghiathi, D.O.Office Suite Thomas White, D.O.Standardized Patient Control Room Dr. and Mrs. Lorenzo PenceSmall Conference Room 2 Class of 1979Small Conference Room 3 Class of 1982Small Conference Room 4 R. Alan Spencer, D.O.Small Conference Room 5 Jim Nemitz, Ph.D.Small Conference Room 6 Hal Armistead, D.O., & Amy Roush, D.O.Small Conference Room 7 Class of 1990Small Conference Room 8 Randy Blackburn, D.O.Robot Control Room Class of 1983Robot Viewing Room John Lackey, D.O.Office 1 Chris Flanagan, D.O. Sophia Sibold, D.O. Shannon Sorah, D.O.

Clinical Evaluation Center Donors

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Student CenterThe new Student Center will be the focal point of the campus. Graced with a soaring clock tower, the center will feature both open and covered decks on the first and second floors along with a rooftop terrace. It will house a café and a 1,000-seat meeting hall, plus a media center that can be divided into smaller rooms. There will be open space, as well as smaller, quiet areas with natural light, designed to provide students with an enhanced study environment.

Student Center Donors

Clock Tower …................................................. WVSOM Alumni AssociationOpen Student Study Lounge …...................... Lori Tucker, D.O.Large Prefunction ........................................... Dino Beckett, D.O.Entry Lobby ..................................................... David & Martha RaderStudent Copy Center ...................................... Brian DeFade, D.O.President’s Reception Parlor ......................... Andrew Thymius, D.O., & Tiffany Thymius, D.O.Student Recreation Lounge ........................... Patrick Pagur, D.O., & Billie Wright, D.O.

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FIRST FLOOR:

SECOND FLOOR:

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DONATIONSPRESIDENT’S COUNCIL ($100,000+)Drs. Cheryl & Michael AdelmanMr. & Mrs. James HarlessDr. & Mrs. Roland P. SharpMr. & Mrs. Gary White

BusinessesThe Greenbrier Hotel CorporationThe Pittsburgh Foundation

FOUNDER’S ($50,000-$99,999)Marlene Wager, D.O.

BusinessesThe National Osteopathic FoundationWest Virginia Osteopathic Medical Association

PATRON ($25,000-$49,999)Charles Davis, D.O.Robert Holmes Jr., D.D.S.John Manchin II, D.O.Drs. Patrick Pagur & Billie WrightLewis A. Whaley, D.O.

BusinessesCity National BankRobert C. Byrd Clinic

DEAN’S CIRCLE ($10,000-$24,999)Greg and Jill AllmanDrs. Hal W. Armistead & Amelia RoushCatherine Bishop, D.O.Craig Boisvert, D.O.George Boxwell, D.O.Richard C. Carey, D.O.Cathy A. Dailey, D.O.Charles H. Davis, D.O.Drs. Allen Finkelstein & Carmen R. DamianiDrs. James Deering & Jodi S. FlandersRobert B. Holstein, D.O.Dr. & Mrs. Howard HuntDr. & Mrs. Robert L. HunterMrs. Paul KlemanA. Hugh McLaughlin, D.O.Samuel A. Muscari Jr., D.O.James Nemitz, Ph.D.Michael A. Nicholas, D.O.Drs. Bruce & Millie PetersenLarry S. Sidaway, D.O.R.A. Spencer, D.O.Drs. Russell & Sally StewartSteve TalbottDr. & Mrs. Daniel R. TrentThomas White II, D.O.

BusinessesColonial FordFirst Citizens BankGreenbrier Real Estate Service

BENEFACTOR ($5,000-$9,999)David P. Allen, D.O.Dr. & Mrs. O.J. BailesManuel W. Ballas, D.O.Dr. & Mrs. C. Donovan BeckettRandy Blackburn, D.O.David Brown, Ph.D.Linda A. Eakle, D.O.Robert L. Flowers, D.O.Dr. Robert Foster & Mary Leb

Thomas L. Gilligan, D.O.John C. Glover, D.O.Ray S. Greco, D.O.Jandy Hanna, Ph.D. & Sean BrainEloise J. Hayes, D.O.John P. Hibler, D.O.Jamie Lampros-ShenefeltCynthia A. Mayer, D.O.Dr. & Mrs. Michael A. MuscariStephen A. Naymick, D.O.Dr. & Mrs. Donald C. Newell Jr.Abdul M. Orra, D.O.Lorenzo L. Pence, D.O.Dr. & Mrs. Arthur B. RubinDr. & Mrs. Joseph E. SchreiberSteve Shy, D.O.Ronald K. Smith, D.O.Alan H. Snider, D.O.Drs. Thomas & Karen SteeleAndy R. Tanner, D.O.George R. Triplett, D.O.

BusinessesAmerican Chemical SocietyCarmel-Greenfield Charitable TrustFirst National BankGreater Greenbrier Valley Community FoundationGreenbrier Valley Medical CenterRaleigh General HospitalRiver Region Surgical SpecialtiesVein Health SolutionsWoolpert DesignWVSOM Alumni Association

SPONSOR ($2,500-$4,999)David A. Apgar, D.O.William D. Armstrong, D.O.David R. Barger, D.O.Elizabeth K. Blatt, Ph.D.Drs. William Blue & Christine BlueLois J. Bosley, D.O.Drs. Edward & Kristie G. Bridges Cynthia Butler, D.O.J.P. Blake Casher, D.O.Craig A. Chambers, D.O.Elspeth A. ClarkJanice Z. ClarkSally Cooper & Greg ZafrosDavid Crandall, D.O.Allison Evans-Wood, D.O.Sandra E. EplingJohn M. Garlitz, D.O.A.S. Ghiathi, D.O.Drs. Rick & Carol GrecoRonald W. Green, D.O.David T. Harrison, D.O.Ralph C. Hess III, D.O.Daniel S. Hurd, D.O.Gregory M. Jarrell, D.O.Leonard Kamen, D.O.Lawrence KelleyAndrey & Tatyana KozhevnikovJohn K. Lackey, D.O.David Leech, D.O.Dr. & Mrs. William LemleyMathew W. Lively, D.O.Kathleen E. Maley, D.O.Margaret McKeon, Ed.D.Dominick H. McLain, D.O.Philip McLaughlinMalcolm C. Modrzakowski, Ph.D.

William D. Moore, D.O.Drs. Andrea Nazar & David MakiPete J. Palko III, D.O.Charles M. Paroda, D.O.Jeffory J. Prylinski, D.O.Drs. Angelo & Melinda RatiniDavid W. Ray, D.O.Shirley Runyon & Jennifer R. MillerDrs. William & .Judith SeiferJan Silverman, D.O.Paul B. Thompson, D.O.Lori Tucker, D.O.Thomas Ward, D.O.Ralph E. Wood, D.O.Naomi Wriston, D.O.

BusinessesBank of MonroeCartledge Foundation, Inc.Logan Regional Medical CenterMedExpress Urgent CareRiverbend NurseryState Farm InsuranceThe American Beer CompanyWexford Health Sources

ASSOCIATE ($1,000-$2,499)Leif Adams, D.O.William S. Alford, D.O.Rob Aliff, J.D.Mac G. Bailes, D.O.Drs. William M., Jr. & Patricia BrowningBrenda S. Buis, D.O.Gregory Burnette, D.O.Brande CarpenterElizabeth C. Clark, D.O.Drs. J.T. & Darcy ConnerCharles & Jean CornellAnthony R. Flaim, D.O.Richard Girardi, D.O.Donald E. Gullickson, D.O.Marla G. Haller, D.O.David W. Hambrick, J.D.Dr. & Mrs. Charles D. HanshawB.S. Hensley, D.O.James B. Hill, D.O.Sharon HowardMark A. Hrko, D.O.Randal Huff, D.O.Kelly Jackson, Ph.D.Rachel L. Johnson, D.O.Dr. & Mrs. Thomas KarrsAfeworki O. Kidane, D.O.Timothy D. Kleman, D.O.Gregory T. Lagos, D.O.James R. Lebolt, D.O.Judith Maloney, Ph.D.Richard D. Meadows, D.O.Ernest E. Miller Jr., D.O.Edwin J. Morris, D.O.John B. MyerScott M. Naum, D.O.Deena Obrokta, D.O.Kara A. O’Karma, D.O.Susan G. Painter, D.O.G. Kevin Perdue, D.O.Bonita J. Portier, D.O.Joseph R. Reyes, D.O.Jerome E. Scherer III, D.O.Randall L. Short, D.O.Michael B. Shrock, D.O.Sophia Sibold, D.O.

Albert Smith Jr., D.O.Shannon Sorah, D.O.Drs. Scott & Julia SpradlinE. Jonathan Stout, D.O.Robert E. Vass, Jr.Philip G. Veres, D.O.Jeanne Wahl, D.O.Shannon D. WarrenGary G. Waters, D.O.Lydia E. Weisser, D.O.Mary Williams, D.O.Dr. & Mrs. David WinterGeorge R. Woodward, D.O.Shelby J. Wright, D.O.

BusinessesAmerican Medical Association FoundationBailey, Joseph and Slotnick, PLLCCancer Treatment Centers of AmericaDavis Memorial HospitalEHR SolutionsFirst Baptist Church, FairleaGillespie’s FlowersMason and Barry, Inc.The Wooton Law FirmZMM Architects & Engineers

FRIENDS ($500-$999)Kenneth C. Adkins, D.O.Pat BausermanDiana K. BirdJeffery T. Braham, D.O.Pasquale Brancazio, D.O.Maryann Cater, D.O.Drs. Shawn & Heidi ClarkAllen CohnPaul J. Conley, D.O.Judy Danik, D.O.Drs. Gene & Claudia DuncanJohn R. Ellison, D.O.Judith L. Evans, D.O.Penny P. FioravanteCarl F. Hoyng, D.O.Edward W. & Jacqueline L. GallaherStephen Goykovich, D.O.Curran L. Jones, D.O.Michael Krasnow, D.O.James W. Kribs, D.O.Brian LehmanMarshall C. Long, D.O.Kevin J. Mason, D.O.Alexander & Gail NashDallas E. Petrey, D.O.Sherry E. PhillipsRoland Powers Jr., D.O.M. Bryan Reynolds, D.O.Ryan T. Runyon, D.O.Wesley Saher, D.O.Deborah Schmidt, D.O.John J. Schram, D.O.Karen Lea Sees, D.O.Drs. Andrew & Tiffany ThymiusMaria N. Tranto, D.O.Nelson Velazquez, D.O.Philip G. Veres, D.O.Mark Waddell, D.O.Roger T. Weiss, D.O.Marvin L. Wells, D.O.Kaye & Allen Withrow

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BusinessesDowntown Sertoma, Club of ColumbusGreenbrier Medical Arts PharmacyJohn W. Eye CompanyLewisburg United Methodist ChurchMichigan Osteopathic AssociationOur Lady of Bellefonte HospitalSaint Francis HospitalSt. James Episcopal ChurchWells Fargo Foundation

SUPPORTER ($250-$499)Diane H. Anderson, D.O.Kimberly D. Ballard, D.O.Leslie BickslerDrs. Hayes & Connie CalvertRoxann C. Cook, D.O.Bonny L. Dickinson, Ph.D.Gail Dudley, D.O.Abigail R. Durden, D.O.Roger D. Edwards, D.O.Marguerite J. Evanoff-Jurkovic, D.O.Pamela P. Faulkner, D.O.Mitchell S. Fuscardo, D.O.Fred GestenBrian Griffith, Ph.D.Juli J. Hattier, D.O.Tim HolbrookJeffrey A. Hunt, D.O.Beth Jenkins, D.O.Scott Jerome, D.O.Jane A. Johnson, D.D.S.Dr. & Mrs. Larry LeoneJohn W. Lewis Jr., D.O.Gretchen Lovett, Ph.D.

Janice J. Miller, D.O.G. Todd Moore, D.O.C.J. Myers, D.O.J.V. OttavianoCynthia M. Osborne, D.O.Marilyn D. Perry, D.O.Jane-Marie Raley, D.O.Roi O. Reed, D.O.Joel B. Rose, D.O.William T. Shultz, D.O.James E. Stollings, D.O.Emily Thomas, D.O.Maria N. Tranto, D.O.Robyn Weyand, Ph.D.

CADUCEUS ($50-$249)James W. Adams, D.O.Melissa AielloNicholas G. Bagnoli, D.O.Cheryl BakerDarshar R. BhalodiAlan BartellRobert D. Beasley, D.O.Patricia BondLarry & Shelia BurnsFred C. & Carolyn B. Burns Jr.Mark Collins, CPAJohn & Diana CarterKelly & Melissa CastleberryLacy E. CochranP.J. & K.A. CornellKeith CostelloDavid & Mary CurtisLinda Davis, D.O.John & Jennifer DawsonJohn J. DeBarbadillo II

Henry & Ivana DivanniRoderick H. Doss, D.O.B. & J. DuncanGary R. EllisGail Faulkner & Karen Faulkner Sands Sharon Fawaz, D.O.Jason A. Genin, D.O.Michael & Lori GoodwinErnest F. & Linda L. GravelyFrancine Greco, D.O.Dr. Mark GuttJessica L. Harvey, D.O.Tommy & Sharon HigdonRobert & Barbara HoffmannStephen G. & Donna Jean HyduLarry S. & Rosemary HyduS. Kent Jameson, D.O.H. Bruce & Emma JeffriesMr. & Mrs. Eugene JeffusDivyanshu & Kalpana JhaShelby Johnson, D.O.Madeline J. KlemanJacob & Emily KisselKarl F. KlemanCindi KnightMichael & Michelle LawsonPaula LawsonAnnette LevineDonald LucciDiana LuskKhan M. Matin, M.D.John McCaffreyMollie Messimer, Ph.D.Michael & Patricia McNaullMary E. Meyer

Toni Muncy, D.O.J.W. & Carla J. MusgraveJoseph W. NgPatrick A. O’FlahertyJames & Pamela OnoriDavid A. Patriquin, D.O.James C. Paugh II, D.O.L. Faith Payne, D.O.Fred J. QuartoJeffrey & Criss ReepVictoria RoaneEileen & Audie RolnickBobette RousseauStephanie SchulerVictoria L. Shuman, D.O.Linda Smith, D.O.Michael D. & Donna J. SmithJessica Sop, D.O.Elaine & Tom SoperJean O. SrodesAndrew SternEmma L. & Mark StewartKirtan & Sonal TrivediDonna VarneyPeter J. Ward, Ph.D.Larry WareMary A. Bartas White, D.O.Terry & Kaye WodderLisa A. Zaleski, D.O.Aida Zapustas

BusinessesGreenbrier Motor CompanyMorgan Stanley Smith BarneyRose’s Excavating

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