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The COM Pod: an unfiltered look at life at Idaho's first medical school

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The COM Pod is the official podcast of the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM). From technology tips to advice for prospective medical students and everything in between, The COM Pod offers a behind-the-scenes look at life at Idaho's first medical school as told by its students, faculty and staff.

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Preparing for Board Exams During Quarantine

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05/13/20 • 52 min

Among the many challenges presented during the COVID-19 pandemic, thousands of medical students across the U.S. are experiencing delays in board exams.

In this episode, hosts Brian Atkinson, Stephanie Dillon and Dr. Dennis Rau chat with two of ICOM's second-year students, Student Doctors Erica Latorre and Eric Hall. They discuss how learning and studying remotely is influencing their preparation for the Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX) and/or the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE).
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  • Facebook: Facebook.com/idahoDOcom
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05/13/20 • 52 min

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Learning and Working Remotely

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04/29/20 • 57 min

Learning and working remotely has become the "new normal" for educational institutions and businesses across the country due to COVID-19 -- including ICOM.
In this episode, hosts Brian Atkinson, Stephanie Dillon and Dr. Dennis Rau share their thoughts and experiences with this new workflow. They are joined by Student Doctors Kristen Parks and Bridger West, two first-year students who have had to adapt new learning and studying strategies, which they share.
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  • Email: [email protected]
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04/29/20 • 57 min

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Virtual Learning

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03/29/20 • 25 min

Due to the progression of COVID-19, many -- if not all -- schools, colleges, universities and other educational institutions have transitioned to online learning in an effort to ensure the health and wellbeing of their students and educators.
In this episode, ICOM Learning Specialist Jennifer Ross shares information on how to become a successful virtual learner. Her tips and advice are suitable for students in all stages of their learning career!
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03/29/20 • 25 min

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Taking a Break!

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03/02/20 • 1 min

We'll be back in two weeks!
In the meantime, let us know what you think and what you want to hear more of at [email protected].

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03/02/20 • 1 min

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OMM -- More than Musculoskeletal

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02/25/20 • 42 min

Host Dr. Dennis Rau chats with second-year medical students Jenna Farmer, Kiefer Starks, Arman Israelyan and William Ketterer about their journey to medical school, thoughts on osteopathic manipulation and patient outcomes they've seen through using osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT).

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02/25/20 • 42 min

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Osteopathic Medicine 101

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02/17/20 • 55 min

What is osteopathic medicine? What does "DO" stand for? Hosts Brian Atkinson, Stephanie Dillon and Dr. Dennis Rau, alongside returning guest, ICOM Dean Dr. Thomas J. Mohr, answer those questions and many others related to osteopathic medicine. If you've ever wanted to know what the difference is between DOs and MDs, then this episode is for you!
It was incorrectly stated in this podcast that A.T. Still's family passed away due to influenza. Rather, two of his children passed away from meningitis. Please reference Still's biography in the link below.
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02/17/20 • 55 min

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Tech -- Learning Spaces or Sitting Is The New Smoking

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02/10/20 • 54 min

In this episode, host Brian Atkinson is joined by Russell Colbert, ICOM AV Support Specialist; Alex Lewin, ICOM OPP Opperations Coordinator, and Student-Doctor Lucas Simmons OMS-I. These four discuss technology used in ICOM's learning spaces including the OMM Lab and Auditoriums. You'll also hear about some non-technical aspects of ICOM and learn why sitting really is the new smoking.
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02/10/20 • 54 min

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Celebrating National Women Physicians Day

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02/03/20 • 44 min

Happy National Women Physicians Day! February 3 is nationally recognized as Women Physicians Day in the United States. This day marks the birthday of Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman to receive a medical degree in the U.S. in 1849.

In this episode, host Stephanie Dillon is joined by Dr. Sarah Davis, ICOM Assistant Professor of OPP; Student-Doctor Erica Latorre, member of ICOM's Student Government Association and Health Professions Scholarship Program participant; and Student-Doctor Bailey Lervick, President of ICOM's American Medical Women's Association (AMWA). These three women discuss their respective journey to medicine and offer tips to other women interested in becoming physicians.
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  • Erica's Instagram: @MedSchoolMessHall
  • Bailey's Instagram: @baileylervick
  • ICOM AMWA Instagram: @icom_amwa
  • Watch "The Feminine Touch" documentary at the following link: https://www.wedu.org/thefemininetouch/

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02/03/20 • 44 min

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Apple Distinguished School - Part 1

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01/27/20 • 52 min

Did you know that the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) is the only Apple Distinguished School in Idaho?
In this episode, co-hosts Brian, Stephanie and Dr. Rau -- joined by special guest, Russell Colbert, ICOM's A/V Specialist -- explain what this means for the school and more importantly, its students, faculty and staff. Hear about how ICOM is using technology in some really unique ways.
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01/27/20 • 52 min

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The Impact of COVID-19 on Medical School & the Profession (w/Dr. David Pate)

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06/11/20 • 53 min

The trajectory of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has stunned the medical profession and has changed the medical school experience, both for current and prospective students. ICOM President Dr. Tracy J. Farnsworth, and Dr. David Pate, Vice Chairman of the ICOM Board of Trustees and member of Governor Brad Little's Coronavirus Task Force, make a guest appearance to discuss COVID-19 and its impact on the medical landscape.
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06/11/20 • 53 min

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How many episodes does The COM Pod: an unfiltered look at life at Idaho's first medical school have?

The COM Pod: an unfiltered look at life at Idaho's first medical school currently has 35 episodes available.

What topics does The COM Pod: an unfiltered look at life at Idaho's first medical school cover?

The podcast is about School, Medical, Podcasts, Technology, Education and Health.

What is the most popular episode on The COM Pod: an unfiltered look at life at Idaho's first medical school?

The episode title 'Preparing for Board Exams During Quarantine' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The COM Pod: an unfiltered look at life at Idaho's first medical school?

The average episode length on The COM Pod: an unfiltered look at life at Idaho's first medical school is 45 minutes.

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Episodes of The COM Pod: an unfiltered look at life at Idaho's first medical school are typically released every 14 days, 5 hours.

When was the first episode of The COM Pod: an unfiltered look at life at Idaho's first medical school?

The first episode of The COM Pod: an unfiltered look at life at Idaho's first medical school was released on Dec 6, 2019.

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