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Blankenship, Bray named OSU-COM deans

Fri, Sep 09, 2022

During its regular meeting Sept. 9, the OSU A&M Board of Regents approved the removal of the interim title for the deans of the OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine and OSU-COM at the Cherokee Nation. Dr. Dennis Blankenship is now dean of OSU-COM and Dr. Natasha Bray is now dean of OSU-COM at the Cherokee Nation. Both had served as interim deans since June 2021.

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OSU-CHS ‘natural fit’ for paleontology student Forrest LaFleur

Wed, Sep 07, 2022

LaFleur is studying the neural anatomy of prehistoric crocodylia, the ancient ancestors of modern day crocodiles and alligators. He also serves as the graduate student representative on the OSU-CHS Alumni Board, vice president of the Biomedical Sciences Graduate Student Association and national liaison for the Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science.

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Half-Century Highlights: OSU College of Ostopathic Medicine's legacy is growing

Wed, Aug 31, 2022

Oklahoma was combating a rural physician shortage so severe that in 1972, state leaders came together to create and pass Oklahoma Bill 461 establishing the osteopathic medical school.

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Expanding Services: OSU-CHS growing footprint in Tulsa, NE Oklahoma

Wed, Aug 31, 2022

In 1972, it was founded as the Oklahoma College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery, then in 1988 it became Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Nine years later it expanded to become the OSU Center for Health Sciences. Now, through historic and exceptional partnerships, the OSU Center for Health Sciences continues to change lives in Oklahoma and across the country.

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OOA gives OSU med students tools, support as they begin school

Thu, Aug 25, 2022

Each year, OOA supplies the incoming medical students with their white coats and OOA board members present students with their first stethoscope at an informal presentation and meet and greet during their first week of classes.

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New anatomy, neuroanatomy labs major upgrade for students and faculty

Fri, Aug 19, 2022

As part of the new North Hall building on the OSU Center for Health Sciences campus, medical and graduate students now have access to new, modern anatomy and neuroanatomy labs that greatly expand the available space of the former lab.

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Reboot Center to reopen after renovation on OSU-CHS campus

Mon, Aug 08, 2022

The Reboot Center, located in Tandy 115, recently underwent a renovation, and will hold its grand re-opening on Wednesday, Aug. 10, from 2 to 5 p.m. The center’s hours are 5 a.m. to midnight every day and anyone in the OSU-CHS family is welcome to use the space and its resources.

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OSU-CHS hosts North Hall ribbon-cutting, celebrates med school 50th anniversary

Fri, Jul 29, 2022

OSU Center for Health Sciences commemorated the opening of the campus’ newest building North Hall with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, as well as celebrated the 50th anniversary of the OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine during an event Thursday, July 28, in the lobby of the new facility.

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OSU-CHS and Martin family have long, impactful history

Fri, Jul 22, 2022

Ronnie Martin was one of the first graduates of Oklahoma's osteopathic medical school. Two of his daughters followed suit and his son is a leader in health policy.

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Physician Assistant program looks back at first year, welcomes new class

Mon, Jul 11, 2022

OSU-CHS launched a PA program in 2021. A physician assistant, or PA, is a health care professional who can diagnose illness, develop and manage treatment plans and prescribe medications after completing thousands of hours of medical training. They practice in every medical setting and specialty.

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Scholarship honoring Dr. Stephanie Husen becomes endowed

Thu, Jun 30, 2022

The endowed scholarship honoring Dr. Stephanie Husen who was one of four people killed in a mass shooting on June 1 on the Saint Francis Hospital campus, has received nearly $38,000 in donations since it was established less than a month ago.

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Forensic Sciences student named IAAI Investigator of the Year

Wed, Jun 01, 2022

Nicole Brewer, a 26-year veteran of Portland Fire & Rescue and student at OSU Center for Health Sciences School of Forensic Sciences, was recently named the 2022 Investigator of the Year by the International Association of Arson Investigators.

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