Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine News

OHIO researcher co-authors new study showing pterosaurs and birds evolved flight-ready brains in different ways

November 26, 2025

A new study published in Current Biology, co-authored by Lawrence Witmer, now sheds light on how pterosaurs evolved the neurological structures required for powered flight.

The ride of a lifetime: Researcher Mario Grijalva brings Chagas Disease awareness to the road

November 24, 2025

Mario Grijalva traded his lab coat for a motorcycle and rode 18,000 miles across South America to uncover how people really understand and experience Chagas disease. Along the way, he turned roadside conversations, unexpected adventures and personal stories into a new way of bringing this often-overlooked illness into the spotlight.

A health care worker in green scrubs gently holding a patient’s hands

The Doctor Will Subscribe You Now

November 20, 2025

A new model is helping address the primary health care gap in rural Ohio.

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Psychiatry and Neurology - Movember Fundraiser Saturday, November 29 8:00 AM — 5:00 PM Dublin Campus

Psychiatry and Neurology - Movember Fundraiser Sunday, November 30 8:00 AM — 5:00 PM Dublin Campus

Diabetes Prevention Program Monday, December 1 All Day Diabetes Institute, OUHCOM

OB/GYN - White Coat Embroidery Fundraiser Monday, December 1 8:00 AM — 5:00 PM Dublin Campus

Athens Primary Care Clinic Monday, December 1 8:30 AM — 3:30 PM Heritage Community Clinic Grosvenor Hall West Ohio University

Humanism in Medicine - Humanism in Medicine Hugs for Hot Chocolate Monday, December 1 12:00 PM — 1:00 PM Dublin Campus

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