Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine
Closing Gaps in Medicine Through Integrated Care
The Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM) is a natural progression toward fulfilling The Chicago School’s mission to introduce comprehensive, integrated care to all communities.
During pre-clinical and clinical education, osteopathic students learn side-by-side with future psychologists and behavioral health professionals. Equipped with both mental and physical healthcare training, our students have the tools to identify, treat, and manage a full spectrum of integrated health conditions in any area of medicine.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program
IllinoisCOM’s Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program delivers comprehensive training in osteopathic principles and practices and the updated foundational core competencies for medical students. Our curriculum emphasizes the interconnection of mental and physical health through the innovative Mind and Medicine course series—the program’s cornerstone that brings this holistic approach to life.
In addition to addressing the social determinants of health, students develop evidence-based skills in preventative care that ensures they are prepared to provide comprehensive patient-centered care as osteopathic physicians.
Center for Integrated Innovation
The Chicago School’s new state-of-the-art campus in the heart of Chicago will be a centralized hub for learning and training, equipped with the latest medical and educational technology to prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Students have access to cutting-edge resources designed to meet the demands of today’s healthcare environment, including:
- High-fidelity patient simulators
- Virtual reality tools
- Research lab
Research at IllinoisCOM
IllinoisCOM provides unique opportunities for students to engage in pioneering research that can refine and advance osteopathic practices, address health disparities in vulnerable and underserved communities, further investigate the connection between mental and physical health, and much more.
Misson Statement
The mission of the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program at the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine at The Chicago School is to train exceptional physicians to leverage the interconnection of physical and mental health to provide compassionate, patient-centered care of the highest quality.
Message from Dean Lucas
John Lucas, DO
Apply To Become a Preceptor
Preceptors are crucial to an aspiring physician’s medical education and training. IllinoisCOM partners with preceptors who believe in our mission of providing compassionate, patient-centered care of the highest quality through the integration of both mental and physical practices.
Contribute to the Future of Healthcare
Become part of our effort in increasing the number of physicians to address the challenges in medicine in historically marginalized communities. Explore ways to give at the link below.
Accreditation
Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine’s DO program has been granted pre-accreditation status from the American Osteopathic Association’s Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA).
The Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) serves the public by establishing, maintaining, and applying accreditation standards and procedures to ensure that academic quality and continuous quality improvement delivered by the colleges of osteopathic medicine, which reflects the evolving practice of osteopathic medicine. The scope of the COCA encompasses the accreditation of the colleges of osteopathic medicine.
More information about COCA accreditation is available here. You may contact the Department of Accreditation at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (312) 202-8124
Address: COCA, c/o AOA, 142 E. Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611-2864
For information regarding the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic degree at The Chicago School please contact our team at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 312.410.8998
IllinoisCOM Career Opportunities
The Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine at The Chicago School is seeking individuals passionate about educating the next generation of healthcare leaders. Learn more about job openings as well as additional information regarding benefits and our values.