VCOM-Virginia - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine

09/01/2026

The VCOM-Virginia campus was filled with energy, community spirit, and plenty of strides for a great cause during the 2nd Annual Strides for Shelter 5K Run & Walk!

This meaningful event brings together VCOM, the CORE (Community Outreach, Research and Education) Program, and the housing and shelter programs of New River Community Action, Inc. to raise awareness and support efforts addressing shelter insecurity across Southwest Virginia.

Together, VCOM-Virginia raised over $1,700, thanks to our amazing participants and a substantial donation from Shelter Alternatives, Inc.

This event could not have occurred without the valuable time and effort of our CORE program members:

Elise Candelario
Allison Pham
Judith Cansler
Nabiha Faisal
Kamran Chodri
Taher Fanaeian

Thank you to everyone who ran, walked, volunteered, supported, and helped make this event a success! Your steps are helping make a difference in our community, where everyone deserves a safe and secure place to call home. ❤️

09/01/2026

VCOM-Virginia's Homecoming is right around the corner, and we're so excited to celebrate the members of our VCOM family! Since 2012, the Virginia Campus Homecoming has offered alumni and faculty led CME seminars, fun activities and plenty of fellowship during Homecoming Weekend.

Join us on September 11-12, 2026 for a variety of family-friendly activities and the Virginia Tech v. Old Dominion football game and alumni tailgate.

Last chance to register! 🔗 https://bit.ly/4pNJ40a

08/27/2026

Meet Dr. Tiffany Carpenetti, VCOM-Virginia Associate Professor of Anatomical Sciences, whose journey from studying mosquitoes to teaching human anatomy is anything but ordinary. 🫀

Learn more about Dr. Carpenetti, her passion for teaching, and her commitment to students and community using the link below.

Read the full article here 🔗 https://bit.ly/4qMNeGg

Tiffany Carpenetti, PhD, describes herself pretty simply. “I’m just a big nerd.” It’s an apt description for a woman who can talk enthusiastically about the beauty of a well-dissected network of intestinal arteries or the intricacy of the human hand. But before Carpenetti became an anatomist...

08/26/2026

From basic science to clinical research, VCOM students and faculty ask questions that have the potential to improve patient care and advance medicine. Research helps prepare physicians who are lifelong learners and thoughtful problem-solvers.

08/19/2026

Healthcare doesn't stop at the clinic door. Through service, screenings, health education, and community partnerships, VCOM students gain valuable experience while helping expand access to care. Outreach isn't an extracurricular activity; it's part of who we are.

08/17/2026

Thanks to the organizers, faculty, staff, and students who came out on Saturday to beautiful Claytor Lake State Park to make our annual Michael Bernardo Adventure Race a success! Fun was had by all, the competition was fierce, and we were honored to be joined by members of the Bernardo family to enjoy the day together.

We are very grateful to the Bernardo family for their continued support and would also like to thank our sponsors of this special day!

08/15/2026

The VCOM-Virginia Sports Medicine Club held its annual Adventure Race today at Claytor Lake State Park. Proceeds from the event go to the J. Michael Bernardo Memorial Scholarship Fund, in memory of a member of the Class of 2010. We were honored to be joined by his family on a beautiful Summer day.

The four part run, kayak swim and bike race was a success again this year and we congratulate the organizers and participants!

More photos to come

08/13/2026

A Heartfelt Reunion ☀️

After seven years, VCOM has returned to El Salvador for a medical mission trip. We are proud of our students, faculty, and volunteers who made this journey a success, and would like to extend our gratitude to our hosts for their hospitality and kindness during our stay.

During their time in San Salvador, with supervision from our amazing faculty, our medical students held free health clinics and provided treatment to 560 patients. Our students left El Salvador with meaningful field experience and lifelong memories.

We look forward to our next visit!

08/10/2026

After the tragic loss of a VCOM family member, our students, faculty, and staff came together to create a weeklong competition in his memory. Now, more than 10 years later, these games allow VCOM students an opportunity to connect, relax, and honor the memory of Frank Rocovich with the annual VCOM Olympics.

08/10/2026

Since 2016, VCOM has held the Frank Rocovich Championship, an Olympic-style competition between our first- and second-year students. Each year, students participate in events to raise money for the Frank B. Rocovich Fund. This year, our students raised $1,500 to support future medical students at VCOM.

View the gallery here 🔗 https://vcom-virginia.smugmug.com/2026-2027-School-Year/VCOM-Olympics/n-5vkpvh