SHSU-COM Awarded $1.4 Million to Expand Women’s Preventive Healthcare Access in East Texas
SHSU-COM received $1.4 million to launch a women’s preventive mobile health unit expanding access to care in rural and underserved East Texas communities.
College of Osteopathic Medicine
Learn, lead, and make a difference. SHSU-COM prepares future osteopathic physicians to improve healthcare access and outcomes across Texas and beyond.
Building Better Health in Texas
At Sam Houston State University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine (SHSU-COM), we’re shaping the next generation of physicians to serve where they’re needed most. With a focus on rural and medically underserved populations, our curriculum combines rigorous academic training with clinical experience, innovative research, and community partnerships. Our mission is supported by measurable success: SHSU-COM students currently hold the highest COMLEX Level 1 board pass rate in the nation, and over half of our students and faculty are actively engaged in research. We’re also proud to be the only new osteopathic medical school to earn ‘Accreditation with Exceptional Outcomes.’ Whether you’re a prospective student, clinical faculty partner, or future resident, you’ll find purpose and support in our collaborative, mission-driven environment.Supporting Medical Education
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Academics
Instruction and foundational sciences
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Student Life & Support
Support and resources for student doctors.
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Clinical Partnerships
Hands-on training and patient care
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Graduate Medical Education (GME)
Post-graduate residency and fellowship programs
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Program Support & Resources
Support for Course and Clerkship directors
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Research & Scholarly Activity
Advancing medical knowledge and supporting faculty and student research
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Faculty & Staff
Dedicated educators, mentors, and administrators committed to training the next generation of physicians.
Upcoming COM Events
Explore key events at SHSU-COM, from student milestones to faculty training, CME sessions and appreciation events for our clinical preceptors.
Recent Updates
Catch up on the latest success stories, program developments, and features on students, staff and faculty accomplishments.
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Sam Houston State University Names College of Osteopathic Medicine in Honor of Russell and Glenda Gordy
Sam Houston State University has announced the naming of its College of Osteopathic Medicine in honor of distinguished alumni, philanthropists and longtime university supporters Russell and Glenda Gordy, recognizing their extraordinary generosity, leadership and enduring commitment to advancing education and healthcare in Texas.
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NIH Grant Brings Advanced Live-Cell Imaging Technology to SHSU-COM
A $249,979 NIH grant will bring advanced live-cell imaging to SHSU-COM, expanding research, collaboration and hands-on student learning.
Get in Touch With SHSU-COM
Email & Phone
COM Admissions: EnrollCOM@shsu.edu
COM MSA: com-msa@shsu.edu
Front Desk: 936.202.5248
Admissions: 936.202.5202
Marketing, Communications and Media Requests
For media inquiries, please contact Brittany Foreman: com-communications@shsu.edu.
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