Students Deliver Holiday Relief, Build Surgical Skills, Present at National Conference and More
Published January 14, 2026
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Striking the Right Note, Moises Correa Receives Prestigious Scholarship from the Texas Medical Association
Photo: Moises Correa performing with the Fort Worth Medical Orchestra.
Moises Correa, you could say, had already fulfilled his dream. He was an accomplished musician who double-majored at The University of Texas in biochemistry and music, taught middle school band earning consistent University of Interscholastic League sweepstakes, and was even Teacher of the Year—but he wanted to do more. Moises wasn’t craving more accolades for himself. He wanted to serve, to help and to be a difference maker for those in need.
It’s this passion for service that led Moises to the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNT Health – TCOM), and the first-year student’s dedication was rewarded as he received the Texas Medical Association’s Special Funds Foundation North Texas Specialty Physicians Medical Student Scholarship.
Moises applied for the scholarship over the summer, knowing that the competition would be fierce, so it was apropos that he was at a Fort Worth Medical Orchestra concert and, during the intermission, got the phone call.
Read more about Moises’ journey from music Moises’ journey from music teacher to future physician to future physician.
VCOM–Louisiana Students Build Surgical Skills at ACOOG/ACOFP Laparoscopy Workshop
The Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine Louisiana Campus (VCOM–Louisiana) chapters of the American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians recently hosted an interactive laparoscopy workshop led by Gwenn Jackson, MD, FACOG, CPE. During the session, students practiced using laparoscopic equipment through a hands-on, game-based simulation designed to strengthen coordination, precision and confidence in the operating room.
Workshops like this give students early exposure to potential specialty paths, refine foundational surgical skills and provide meaningful mentorship from experienced faculty—all essential preparation for clinical rotations and future practice.
View more photos from the surgical skills workshop on VCOM–Louisiana’s Facebook.
Vito Evola Named NSU-KPCOM Student Researcher of the Year
Vito Evola, third-year student and osteopathic principles and practice predoctoral research fellow, was selected as the Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (NSU-KPCOM) Student Researcher of the Year for his stellar body of scholarly work, sustained research productivity, leadership within multidisciplinary teams and commitment to translational investigation.
Read more stories like this on NSU-KPCOM’s Facebook.
PCOM Delivers Holiday Relief to Families Across Its Healthcare Centers
Photo: PCOM student volunteers with Flo Byarms, director of PCOM’s Community Wellness Initiative
To help local families enjoy the holiday season with less financial strain, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) hosted a Holiday Giveaway, distributing 250 grocery gift cards and holiday food bags to families and individuals across all three PCOM Healthcare Center locations.
Led by PCOM’s Community Wellness Initiative, the giveaway included grocery gift cards paired with food bags filled with classic holiday sides—providing families with the resources needed to prepare a meaningful meal while easing financial pressure during a particularly demanding time of year.
Students, faculty and staff participated in simultaneous distributions at PCOM’s Healthcare Centers, working directly with families to provide essential resources and a sense of connection.
Read more about how PCOM supports community well-being during the holidays.
VCOM-Carolinas Names Warner Student Doctor of the Year
Congratulations to Meghan Warner on being named Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine Carolinas Campus (VCOM-Carolinas)’ 2025–2026 Student Doctor of the Year! Selected from a highly competitive group, Meghan was recognized for exceptional leadership, service, scholarship and commitment to the osteopathic profession.
View more on VCOM-Carolinas’ Facebook.
MSOM Associate Dean Presents at National Association of Designated Institutional Officials Conference
The Meritus College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSOM) is proud to celebrate Brad Miller, DO, associate dean for graduate medical education, who was invited to present at the National Association of Designated Institutional Officials Conference in St. Louis, Missouri, on December 12, 2025.
This invited talk highlighted the necessity of using standardized learning assessments such as the VARK, LASSI and Nelson-Denny Reading Test to support individualized intern onboarding.
Read more about Dr. Miller’s national presentation and leadership in graduate medical education.