Our Community

You belong here

At OCOM, we celebrate and strive to create a welcoming community where everyone feels at home. We embrace what makes each of us unique—whether it's our backgrounds, abilities, or perspectives. By fostering a culture of collaboration, we’re building a space where our students, faculty, and staff are empowered to make a difference. We're committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported.

OCOM is committed to fostering a welcoming community. We believe that we each enrich our academic environment and enhance the quality of education and research. OCOM is dedicated to creating a welcoming and supportive space for all individuals, regardless of their background.

Annual Report 2024

OCOM Demographics at glance

+19%

identify as a first-generation students

62%

are Florida residents

20%

first-generation students representing minority backgrounds.

A message from the Dean

OCOM values opportunity as essential to our mission of training caring and competent osteopathic physicians who will have an impact on the Central Florida community, our nation, and our global community.

Robert T Hasty, DO, FACOI, FACP

Dean & Chief Academic Officer

At OCOM, we ensure to have a non-discriminatory community representing the full spectrum of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, religion, height, weight, veteran status, etc.

OCOM is non-discriminatory

OCOM provides equal access to opportunities and resources for all. Being chosen is good, but being given the opportunity to make a choice is even better. Therefore, everyone is included.

OCOM is open to all

OCOM believes in opportunity

OCOM believes in equal opportunity and fair treatment for all. This principle embraces the idea that when given the appropriate opportunities and tools, everyone has the potential to succeed at equal rates.

Celebrate You! A Year of Heritage Exploration.

Through the Heritage Month Celebrations project OCOM aims to spark curiosity, promote empathy, and create a space where every individual feels valued and celebrated.

By exploring different heritages each month, we aim to broaden our understanding, strengthen relationships, and prepare students to become compassionate and culturally competent physicians who can serve patients from all walks of life.

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Gary Hill, DO, FACOI
Darren McAuley, DO, MMEL
Shawnette Alford
Rachel Freeman, MEd
Michelle Wallen, DO, FACOEP
Nehemiah Cornelius
Yaisanet Oyola, MD, PhDc
Christopher Campbell, PhD
Hyrum Brodniak, DO
Taliyah Meyers
Amena Payami, DO
Jessica Jones, MS
Keymara Piquant
Rohan Nakka

Celebrating Differences,
Inspiring Change

A community where you are heard

At OCOM, we are committed to creating a safe environment where you feel supported and heard. If you have experienced or witnessed sexual misconduct or discrimination, you should promptly report the incident. We are here to support you. If you see something, please say something.

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