Welcome to the College of Osteopathic Medicine
Welcome to the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. As an alumnus of this extraordinary institution, it is both an honor and a privilege to serve such a supportive and caring community.
The 91制片厂 College of Osteopathic Medicine was founded by a group of visionary osteopathic physicians who wanted to ensure their patients and future generations of New Englanders would continue to receive the highest quality health care. Now entering our fifth decade of educating physicians for Maine, New England, and the Nation, the college proudly upholds that core mission while building an international reputation for excellence in medical education, anatomy, osteopathic manual medicine, and research in neuroscience and pain.
Our innovative osteopathic medical curriculum incorporates expert faculty instruction, coaching, and guidance, with small-group, team-based, and peer teaching. During the first-year, the biomedical and clinical sciences are integrated, as exampled by our fusion of the study of human anatomy with training in patient examination. During the second year, integrated clinical science and clinical skills are applied in robotic simulation, standardized patient visits, and clinical community experiences. The entirety of year -three is spent with one of our closely associated clinical partners. Finally, fourth-year students are guided by our clinical advisory team as they explore residency opportunities; complete graduation requirements; and prepare for their transition to residency. 91制片厂 College of Osteopathic partners with affiliate healthcare systems throughout New England and the mid-Atlantic States to establish strong, supportive clinical education programs for the third and fourth year, and residency training.
Our innovative four-year curriculum blends expert faculty instruction, coaching, and mentoring with small-group, team-based, and peer teaching. During the first two years, students learn through the integration of biomedical and clinical sciences, for example, our fusion of the study of human anatomy with training in patient examination. Students apply their knowledge of integrated clinical science and clinical skills in robotic simulation cases, standardized patient sessions, and clinical community experiences. Third-year students immerse themselves in clinical education with one of our affiliated clinical partners, while fourth-year students are guided by our clinical advisory team as they explore residency opportunities, complete graduation requirements, and prepare for transition to residency. Through strong partnerships across New England and the Mid-Atlantic, the 91制片厂 College of Osteopathic Medicine ensures access to rich, supportive clinical education and residency pathways.
91制片厂 is committed to interprofessional and interdisciplinary collaboration. Since 2025, the college鈥檚 home has been the Harold and Bibby Alfond Center for Health Sciences, our state-of-the-art facility on the Portland Campus for the Health Sciences in Maine. The campus houses over a dozen other 91制片厂 health professions programs, including dental, nursing, physician assistant, and pharmacy, creating meaningful opportunities for interprofessional learning through simulation experiences, peer teaching, student-run clinics, and clinical experiences serving underserved populations. This vibrant environment prepares you to become a skilled, compassionate physician who always puts patients first.
Our fabulous location, unique curriculum, world-class faculty, and extraordinary professional staff create a dynamic and engaging medical education you won鈥檛 find anywhere else.
Thank you for your interest in the University of New England, College of Osteopathic Medicine. I invite you to visit our campus and experience firsthand the supportive, caring community that has been the heart of the college since its founding. We are eager to meet you and help you envision your future here.
All my best,
Jane E. Carreiro, D.O.
Vice President for Health Affairs
Dean of the College of Osteopathic Medicine