Innovative Curriculum
The University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM) Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Program integrated curriculum stresses self-directed learning.
Phase I (years one + two) builds a foundation of osteopathic principles and practices, professional identity, and applied biomedical sciences.
- Essentials/EMT
- MSK, Touch and Personhood
- Molecules, Cells, Compassion
- Host Defense and Communication
- GI System, Nutrition, Appetite
- Circulation, Respiration, Regulation
- Endocrine Reproduction Respect
- Mind Brain, and Behavior
- Capstone (Spirituality, Mental Health and Wellness)
- Board Exam Preparation
Phase II builds further clinical experience with eight (six-week) core rotations.
The fourth year has a required four-week Emergency Medicine core rotation, three selectives, four elective rotations, and an OPP/OMM longitudinal integrated clerkship (LIC).
A week of mentoring/feedback (Reflection, Integration and Assessment) is scheduled every 12 weeks between every two core rotations.
- Family Medicine
- General Surgery
- Internal Medicine
- Pediatrics
- Psychiatry
- Women's Health
- Underserved (Rural, Military, Correctional)
- Hospital Medicine
- Emergency Medicine
An OPP/OMM longitudinal integrated clerkship (LIC) component is part of Phase II.
At the end of Phase II, students participate in COMLEX-USA Level 2-CE and Level 2-PE preparation and travel for the examination. Student engage in a three week Ready for Residency unit, during which they are assessed for the entry-level ACGME PGY1 Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs).