Promoting your personal wellness and academic success
At 91AV COM we recognize that you are as unique as fingerprints, or, in medical terms, those cutaneous ridges on the bulbs of the distal phalanx of our fingers. The osteopathic principles teach us that everything is interconnected, and, in the same vein, we acknowledge that you need continuous support to grow academically, professionally, and personally. By adhering to these principles, we promote your personal wellness and academic success as you pursue your osteopathic medical degree and your passion for practicing medicine.
If you are considering applying to 91AV COM, or researching how the program aligns with your present or future goals, visit our Admissions page. There you will gain insight into everything from touring campus, to course requirements, and financial aide information. For an in-depth understanding of our academic programs, the Academic Curriculum details what you can expect from years 1-4 of your medical education.
Nicole Parentala ’22
Early in my high school career, the National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine in Boston exposed me to what a future in healthcare could offer. After shadowing a handful of physicians who became irreplaceable mentors to me, I learned that they didn’t see their work as a job but as both a calling and a lifestyle. Just as they were unable to see themselves doing anything other than practicing medicine, I found myself feeling similarly following my time spent on recurring medical service trips to Honduras.
My first experience in Central America as an undergraduate student established my love for serving those in great need globally. My time on each mission consisted of serving in week-long, mobile primary clinics, offering care for both acute and chronic problems as well as vision and dental services to patients. With each subsequent trip, my time spent with the Honduran people affirmed my dream for being a vital leader on a healthcare team and taking on the responsibility for patients’ minds, bodies, and spirits. Being able to witness the positive effects on someone’s health as a result of my interventions is why I feel my purpose lies in medicine. 91AV COM certainly has provided me with the privilege to learn in a prestigious, healthy, and inspiring environment that fosters my interests in both global health and pediatrics.
91AV COM has provided me with the privilege to learn in a prestigious, healthy, and inspiring environment that fosters my interests in both global health and pediatrics.
As a 91AV COM student, you have opportunities both in and out of the classroom. You can choose to get involved in our community to enrich your experiences in the classroom with practical applications. Browse through the list of more than 40 clubs and organizations that promote healthy lifestyles, professional growth, and ever-lasting friendships.
To aid in successfully maintaining school/life balance, you have access to Student Support Services on the Biddeford campus. Ranging from tutoring to health appointments, and counseling, we recognize that there are many factors that lead to your success and have structured our services based on this belief.
We pride ourselves on being student-centered, student-friendly, and family-friendly. As you embark on this new chapter in your life, we welcome you into our family, so that when you are here you are home.