2021 - 2022 COM Student Handbook

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM)—Osteopathic Medicine Program 2021–2022 110 The goal of the CAN-DO program is to prepare D.O. students to pursue their most well-suited (or fitting) match of medical discipline or career through securing the residency of their choice. The components of the CAN-DO program are • the completion of the AAMC Careers in Medicine program • participation in clubs/specialty interest groups • accessing advice and assistance on their application for residency programs • curriculum vitae (CV) writing sessions and interviewing preparation • personal statement preparation Students are registered for a Careers in Medicine account, provided by the KPCOM at the start of their medical school career, to participate in self assessments and to explore discipline-specific information that aids them in the decision-making process. 3. Administration/Faculty Office Hours The Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program endorses an open-door policy for both administrators and faculty members. Students are encouraged to meet with faculty members or administrators either by walk-in, if available, or by appointment. Syllabi for preclinical courses and core clinical rotations contain contact information for course directors and full-time KPCOM faculty members. All KPCOM administration and full-time faculty members’ contact information is available on the KPCOM web page, osteopathic.nova.edu/aboutus/faculty-staff . Students with grading or nongrading grievances should see the Grievances and Appeals section of this handbook for appropriate procedures. B. Student Health 1. Health Insurance See HPD Policies and Procedures section for Student Insurance Requirement. A student may be prevented from continuing his or her studies because of the lack of health insurance. 2. Immunizations and Physical Examination Requirements Students entering into the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program are required to receive the mandatory immunizations and have a complete physical examination prior to the deadlines set by the Office of Admissions and the Office of Student Affairs. Failure to meet these requirements by the deadlines may result in forfeiture of the seat with KPCOM. a. Questions regarding the mandatory immunization and physical examination can be directed to the Office of Student Affairs. All forms can be found online under Office of Student Affairs.