Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine News

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.

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The Doctor Will Subscribe You Now

November 20, 2025

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

Medical student for a day participants use stethoscope

Pre-med students experience being in medical school for a day at Heritage College event

November 17, 2025

Hosted by the Student National Medical Association, the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine welcomed pre-med students to the Medical Student for a Day program.

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Upcoming Events

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Psychiatry and Neurology - Movember Fundraiser Tuesday, November 25 8:00 AM — 5:00 PM Dublin Campus

Goodies & Gratitude Tuesday, November 25 12:00 PM — 1:00 PM Heritage Hall

Oncology - Oncology Club Tumor Board Meeting Tuesday, November 25 12:15 PM — 1:00 PM Heritage Hall

Christian Medical & Dental Association - CMDA Meeting Tuesday, November 25 7:00 PM — 8:00 PM Off-Campus Location

Psychiatry and Neurology - Movember Fundraiser Wednesday, November 26 8:00 AM — 5:00 PM Dublin Campus

McConnelsville Primary Care Clinic Wednesday, November 26 9:00 AM — 11:30 AM Main Street Church of Christ

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