LMU-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine Alumni

05/29/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Kailin Deters, DO'14!

Have you heard the news? Our Bon Secours Bariatric Surgery Program has achieved accreditation as an MBSAQIP Low Acuity Center through the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program!

"Having an accredited program means so much to me because it shows our patients and our community that we can provide the highest level of care to our patients and provide great outcomes to those who need it most! Having this designation demonstrates our commitment to providing good care for our community," shares Dr. Kaitlin Deters.

This achievement would not have been possible without the dedication of our multidisciplinary team, including surgeons, nursing staff, anesthesia providers, dietitians, therapists, leadership and support services who work together to improve the health and lives of our community every day.

✨ Our program offers:
• Comprehensive bariatric surgery care
• Evidence-based patient education and support
• A team-focused approach to long-term success
• Commitment to quality outcomes and patient safety

"If you have struggled with weight loss in the past or have lost weight and regained it back or are frustrated with traditional diets, then weight loss surgery can be a great option for you. If you feel like you’ve done everything right but can’t seem to reach your goals, surgery might be something to consider. You must be prepared to make changes to your lifestyle and eating behaviors and put the work in, but if you do, you can expect excellent results!"

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this incredible milestone and to the patients who trust us with their care. We look forward to continuing to serve our community with excellence. If you are interested in booking an appointment with Dr. Kaitlin Deters and team, visit https://bit.ly/4tM2Fyg.

05/27/2026

Tune in this weekend to see Dr. Ryan Green, DO'14 on Health Matters on East Tennessee PBS!

We’re honored to welcome Dr. Ryan Green as our guest expert on this week’s Health Matters with Dr. Jay Crook, in collaboration with UT Medical. 💙

Dr. Green is the Emergency Department Medical Director at UT Medical Center, specializing in emergency medicine and emergency department operations. With training from LMU–DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine and residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, he brings valuable experience to some of the most critical moments in patient care.

As a leader in emergency medicine and a member of the American College of Emergency Physicians, Dr. Green helps guide life-saving care when accidents, injuries, and trauma happen unexpectedly.

Hear his insight on accident, injury, and trauma care in this week’s episode.

📅 Saturday, May 30 | 🕔 5:00 PM
📺 East Tennessee PBS

Take care of your health, because your health matters. 💙

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave people who gave their lives in service to our country.

Their sacrifice is a powerful reminder of the cost of freedom and the courage it takes to protect it. At LMU-DCOM, we are deeply grateful for those who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as the families who carry their legacy forward.

On this Memorial Day, we reflect with gratitude, respect, and remembrance.

Photo from the LMU-DCOM Class of 2026 Military Promotions Ceremony.

05/15/2026

The LMU-DCOM alumni community sends its best wishes to Dr. Chris Loyke and congratulates Dr. Mark Browne and Dr. Teanna Moore on their new roles at LMU-DCOM!

Lincoln Memorial University continues to build on its role as a national leader in health professions education with leadership transitions at LMU-DCOM and across its health sciences programs.

Dr. Christopher Loyke has accepted a new leadership role, while Dr. Mark Browne has been named Chief Administrative Officer for Health Sciences and Dr. Teanna Moore has been named Dean and Chief Academic Officer of LMU-DCOM.

We are grateful for Dr. Loyke’s leadership and the strong foundation he helped build for LMU-DCOM, including growth, strong student outcomes and a high-performing academic team.

As Dr. Browne and Dr. Moore step into their new roles, LMU is well positioned to accelerate that momentum by expanding programs, strengthening outcomes and continuing to prepare physicians and health professionals ready to serve communities that need them most.

Read more: https://www.lmunet.edu/news/2026/05/LMUAnnouncesLeadershipTransitionsatLMUDCOM

05/08/2026

It's Commencement Weekend! Many congratulations to the Class of 2026 and welcome to the LMU-DCOM alumni family!

The moment is here. Awards and Hooding tomorrow. Commencement Saturday. We are proud to celebrate the LMU-DCOM Class of 2026 as they prepare to serve and lead in communities that need them most!
More about the ceremonies: https://www.lmunet.edu/news/2026/05/LMUDCOMtoGraduateNearly400HonorPreceptoroftheYearatMay9Commencement

05/07/2026

Make plans to join us at the 10th Annual Essentials of Clinical Medicine CME Conference! Check out this amazing line of speakers and topics and register at the link below!

http://dcomalumni.LMUnet.edu/2026CME

Conference Schedule (may be subject to change):

Rapid Sacral & Pelvic Techniques | Paula Archer, DO
High-Yield Visceral OMT: Efficient Techniques for Everyday Practice | Tyler McCurry, DO'13
Adult Vaccination Updates | Elizabeth Brewer, DO'11
Travel Medicine for the Primary Care Provider | Daniel Omire-Mayor, DO'14
Comprehensive Review of Cardiac Auscultation | Chris Yonts, DO
Approaches to Treating Patients with Personality Disorders | Paul Doucet, DO'22

Saturday presenters and topics include:

Dementia Management in the Outpatient Care Setting | Jason Greenhagen, DO'14
Rising Autism Rates | Leah Snodgrass, MD
Medical Ethics | Timothy Elledge, PhD
MASLD/MASH Relative to Primary Care | Beau Lacefield, DO'13
Metabolic Disease of Obesity: Diagnosis and Treatment | Kenneth Copperwheat, DO'16
From Congestion to Flow: Restoring the Head and Neck System | Jana Bunsic, DO
Quick OMT for the Busy Outpatient Clinic | Elizabeth Dockery, DO'16

Sunday presenters and topics include:

Advancing Menopause Care: A Practical Framework for Hormone Therapy | Jessica Chandler, DO'11
Quadriceps Contusion | Michael Wieting, DO
Common Complications of Oncology Treatment | Kayla Lakin-Southern, DO
Recent Topics in Thyroid Pharmacology | Mohammed Sayed, PhD
Artificial Intelligence in Primary Care | Nicholas Perkins, DO'11
Community Pain Management | Cameron Cunningham, MD

05/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us during the Tennessee Osteopathic Medical Association annual convention last weekend! It was great connecting with you all!

04/30/2026

So proud of the LMU-DCOM grads in the newest LMU 40 Under 40 Class!

04/09/2026

DCOM Grads - don't forget to take part in this important research survey being conducted by our students!

https://lmu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3Rejr9LTGZnzTkG

**Posted on behalf of Student Doctors Lindsey Smiley and Kassady Hinman**

Help us improve OMT Education at LMU-DCOM! 📢🩺🥼

Hi everyone! We are Lindsey Smiley and Kassady Hinman (OMS-IVs), and we are looking for DCOM graduates to help us with our research project.

We are investigating the real-world application of OMT after graduation. Whether you use OMT every day or not at all, your feedback is exactly what we need to identify perceived barriers and strengths in our curriculum.

📲 Scan the QR code or click the link below to take our 5-10 minute anonymous survey!

Participation in this study is completely voluntary. Participation or non-participation will not be tracked by LMU-DCOM and will have no effect on academic standing, evaluations, clinical rotations, or institutional relationships. Choosing not to participate will involve no penalty or loss of benefits to which you are otherwise entitled.
Thank you for supporting student research and contributing to the continued improvement of LMU-DCOM osteopathic medical education.

https://lmu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3Rejr9LTGZnzTkG

03/31/2026

**Posted on behalf of Student Doctors Lindsey Smiley and Kassady Hinman**

Help us improve OMT Education at LMU-DCOM! 📢🩺🥼

Hi everyone! We are Lindsey Smiley and Kassady Hinman (OMS-IVs), and we are looking for DCOM graduates to help us with our research project.

We are investigating the real-world application of OMT after graduation. Whether you use OMT every day or not at all, your feedback is exactly what we need to identify perceived barriers and strengths in our curriculum.

📲 Scan the QR code or click the link below to take our 5-10 minute anonymous survey!

Participation in this study is completely voluntary. Participation or non-participation will not be tracked by LMU-DCOM and will have no effect on academic standing, evaluations, clinical rotations, or institutional relationships. Choosing not to participate will involve no penalty or loss of benefits to which you are otherwise entitled.
Thank you for supporting student research and contributing to the continued improvement of LMU-DCOM osteopathic medical education.

https://lmu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3Rejr9LTGZnzTkG