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Osteopathic Medicine in Downers Grove
Building on a century of compassionate medical education, Midwestern University's Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) has been educating osteopathic physicians and surgeons since 1900. Our more than 6,000 graduates serve in hospitals, medical schools, private practices, and government facilities across the country. And we continue to provide almost 13 percent of osteopathic physicians and surgeons practicing in the United States today.
The training in osteopathic medicine you receive at MWU is rigorous — over 96 percent of typical CCOM graduates pass the COMLEX Part I Exam the first time. Because Midwestern's reputation precedes you, our clinical partners welcome you into outstanding rotations, internships, and residencies throughout the city, state, and country. In 2007, CCOM graduates' match rate into first- or second-choice residencies was 79 percent, far surpassing the national match rate of 68 percent.
Nearly 165 D.O.s graduate from CCOM each year, and your future patients appreciate what you learn at MWU. After all, your compassion, caring, skill, and service contribute to their well-being.
The Costin Institute for Osteopathic Medical Educators offers postgraduate training for osteopathic physicians who want to become more effective medical educators.
CCOM also sponsors an annual Mini-Medical School open to community members who are interested in personal and public health issues.
Learn more about osteopathic medicine as a career.
Program News
Midwestern Invites Community to Health Fair, Offers Free Flu Shots IL
The entire community is invited to Midwestern University to participate in a free Community Health Fair on Saturday, September 29th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON. The event will be held at the Midwestern University campus, located at 555 31st Street in Downers Grove. More ››
Midwestern University Hosts Run to Benefit Children IL
Midwestern University recently welcomed a group of dedicated runners who set off from the Downers Grove Campus for the annual St. Jude Chicago to Peoria run. More ››
New CCOM Students Show Care for Community with Day of Service IL
Before hitting the books this fall, 207 new medical students at Midwestern University donned work gloves, wielded paint brushes, and brandished hedge clippers as part of their orientation program. More ››
CCOM Student Elected to National Board of Trustees IL
Bridget McIlwee, an osteopathic medical student at Midwestern University's Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine was elected to the American Osteopathic Association's (AOA) Board of Trustees as the student representative during the AOA's Annual Meeting of the House of Delegates in Chicago. In this role, she will also serve as chair of the Council of Student Affairs. More ››
Midwestern University Presents Littlejohn Awards IL
Midwestern University recently inducted three new members into the Littlejohn Society. The Littlejohn Award is the highest honor bestowed by the University and is presented each year to one faculty member, one staff member, and one alumnus who best embody the qualities of service and commitment to the University. More ››
Midwestern Earns Spot on National Honor Roll for Commitment to Community Service AZ IL
As a testament to Midwestern University’s commitment to community service, the University once again earned a spot on the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. More ››
Clothing Drive IL
The Classes of 2012 are sponsoring a clothing drive for the People's Resource Center. More ››
Spread the Warmth IL
Join The Underserved Medicine Club... More ››
CPR Certification IL
Hey Students, Faculty, and Staff...Are you CPR Certified??? BLS for Healthcare Providers American Heart Association is offering CPR Certification on the Downers Grove Campus. This program is being sponsored by the Emergency Medicine Club. More ››
Departments
At Midwestern University's Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, our focus on learning begins with strong coursework in every department. More ››
Postdoctoral Programs
At Midwestern University, the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) offers one of the nation's largest postdoctoral programs dedicated to the osteopathic philosophy of medicine and focused on primary care, including internships and residency programs that cover the spectrum of medical specialties. More ››
Continuing Medical Education
At Midwestern University, the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) offers continuing medical education to advance the knowledge of medical professionals and improve the quality of health care provided to patients. More ››
Clinical Education: Rotations: Contacts & Match Programs
Match Programs and Contacts for the Clinical Education Coordinators in the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) programs at Midwestern University's campus in Downers Grove, Illinois More ››
Electives Catalog
Electives Catalog for the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) at the Downers Grove, Illinois campus of Midwestern University More ››
Costin Institute for Osteopathic Medical Educators
The Costin Institute for Osteopathic Medical Educators at Midwestern University trains osteopathic physicians and medical educators to become more effective teachers by providing a realistic job preview for DOs and medical educators considering a career move into academic medicine. More ››
Mini Medical School
Mini Medical School at Midwestern University's Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) is a four-session medical education program open to anyone in the community interested in personal and public health care issues. More ››
