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Practice Makes Perfect F At Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine By NicOle alper Another unique feature: the use of standardized patients. This practice is essential to giving students like Lisa Stepelevich valuable experience. “Having to interact with patients who are trained to present symptoms simulates the real world,” Stepelevich says. “It prepares you beyond just learning techniques.” “We’re providing a firm grounding in the scientific basis of psychological and professional practice,” says Dr. Robert Tomasso, chair of the psychology department. “That is, we are training practitioners, not researchers.” The key to PCOM’s success — and that of its students — is teaching what works. With its popular classes, hands-on experience, and nationally certified and accredited programs, PCOM students are ready for the real world. “You can apply [these learning techniques] and build confidence as a practitioner,” Stepelevich says of the school, where practice really does make perfect. ounded in 1899, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) is one of the nation’s leading medical schools. Students select from a wide array of programs: osteopathic medicine, biomedical sciences, physician assistant studies, forensic medicine, pharmacy, and over six psychology specialties. In 2005, PCOM added a campus in Suwanee, Georgia, northeast of Atlanta, to help meet the growing demand for health-care professionals in the South. PCOM’s psychology program is emerging as one of the nation’s most comprehensive, with several unique factors that set it apart. The master of science in school psychology, for example, is geared toward working professionals with evening and weekend classes. Academic Programs PhILaDELPhIa camPUS Osteopathic Medicine Biomedical Sciences Health Sciences – Physician Assistant Forensic Medicine Clinical Psychology School Psychology Counseling and Clinical Health Psychology Organizational Development and Leadership GEOrGIa camPUS Osteopathic Medicine School of Pharmacy Biomedical Sciences Organizational Development and Leadership photos courtesy of pcom Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine 4170 city avenue philadelphia, pa 800.999.6998 pcom.edu usairwaysmag.com march 2013 129 http://www.pcom.edu http://www.pcom.edu http://www.usairwaysmag.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of US Airways - March 2013

US Airways - March 2013
Table of Contents
CEO Letter
From the Editor
Did You Know?
Making It Happen
Hot Spots: Best Musical Pilgrimages
Hub Crawl: Denver Airport
Wine & Dine: Chef's Tables
Wine & Dine: Artisan Cheeses
Great Escapes: Cypress Inn
Adventure: Washington, DC by Bike
Great Escapes: The Gathering in Ireland
Adventure: Puerto Rico Golf
Charlotte EDC
Great Escapes: Barcelo Hotels and Resorts
Gear Up: The Smart Kitchen
Travel Feature: The Rome Less Traveled
US Airways Feature: Order Up!
Great Tastes: Phoenix Dining
From Philly, With Love
Route of Discovery: San Luis Obispo, California
Atlantic 10 Conference
Great Dates
Puzzles
Readers Resource Index
Your US Airways Guide
Video Entertainment
Audio Entertainment
U.S. and Caribbean Service Map
International Service Map
Airport Terminal Maps
US Airways Fleet/Customs & Immigration
Passenger Info/Contact US Airways
US Airways MarketPlace®
Window or Aisle?

US Airways - March 2013