Dr. Joseph Stasio Receives RVU’s Presidential Award of Excellence [July 13, 2017] Rocky Vista University (RVU) is pleased to announce that Joseph Stasio, DO, FACOFP, was awarded the Presidential Award of Excellence. The Presidential Award of Excellence was established in 2017 to honor and recognize the faculty members who consistently demonstrate excellence in the scholarly activity of teaching, service, and research. While the award is bestowed by the University president, the recipient is chosen by his or her fellow faculty members. As the first recipient of this award, Dr. Stasio has set the bar high for others to follow. He is the Chair of the Primary Care Medicine Department at RVU, as well as Professor of Family Medicine. He is involved with multiple committees, both locally and nationally: Student Progress, Admissions, Case Development, Curriculum, and Benefits. He has been integral to the University accreditation process, including working with the Higher Learning Commission and the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation. He serves as National Faculty for the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners and is involved with the Rocky Mountain Osteopathic Postdoctoral Training Institution. He has been an active member of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (ACOFP) and was even named […]

RVU’s Institute of Medical and Surgical Simulation Receives Accreditation by ACS [July 12, 2017] Rocky Vista University (RVU) is pleased to announce that its top-of-the-line simulation center has received reaccreditation as a Comprehensive Education Institute. The center, named the Institute of Medical and Surgical Simulation, was subject to a site visit, application review, and performance report by the Accreditation Review Committee of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). While RVU previously received accreditation for the Surgical Simulation Center by ACS, this designation as a Comprehensive Education Institute is considered an “upgrade” by the accrediting organization. ربح المال This designation allows RVU to deliver all manner of accredited simulation programs in the future. betrally To date, RVU is the only osteopathic college to receive this accreditation by ACS. Additionally, it is the only medical school in the Mountain West region to hold this accreditation. As part of the Institute of Medical and Surgical Simulation, medical students of the University are able to perform surgery using the cut suit (a human-worn body suit which simulates realistic trauma). Additionally, students and surgical residents practice techniques such as suturing, ultrasound, intubation, crichothyrotomies, and other important procedures and skills. “This is truly a great honor,” […]

RVU Professor Appointed to Special Committee by DOD [June 20, 2017] Anthony LaPorta, MD, FACS, Course Director for the Military Medicine Track and Professor of Clinical Surgery at Rocky Vista University (RVU) was appointed to the Defense Health Board Trauma and Injury Subcommittee by the Department of Defense (DOD). Members of this subcommittee will provide advice on matters pertaining to DOD trauma and injury, including methods for prevention, recognition, clinical management, and treatment. They will then report their recommendations to the Defense Health Board for deliberation and discussion. As a leading expert in simulation, Dr. LaPorta will help design trauma care for use throughout the military. “It was humbling to once again realize that I have the opportunity to help those who are literally putting their lives on the line for us,” said Dr. LaPorta. Dr. LaPorta’s appointment to the subcommittee was the result of recommendations by the former president of the American Medical Association, Jeremy Lazarus, MD, as well as several senior military officers. العاب ماكينات This will be a four-year appointment with quarterly meetings in Washington, DC. “Having served 30 years as a Navy Medical Corps officer and being assigned to the Joint Forces Command, I understand how […]

RVU Honored with Colorado Senate Resolution and Governor Proclamation [June 19, 2017] On April 12th, the Colorado Senate passed a resolution congratulating RVU for over 10 years of distinguished service to the State of Colorado as Colorado’s second largest medical school. Senators Holbert, Smallwood, Aguilar, and others spoke in support of the resolution which passed unanimously: Colorado Senate Resolution (PDF) Governor John Hickenlooper proclaimed the week of April 17-21 as Colorado Osteopathic Medicine Week and cited RVU graduation of over 727 new doctors as one of the reasons for the designation: Colorado Osteopathic Medicine Week Proclamation (PDF) CONNECT WITH US Colorado Campus Southern Utah Campus @RockyVistaU Colorado Campus Southern Utah Campus Rocky Vista University UNIVERSITY NEWS

RVU Appoints Michael K. Young to its Executive Advisory Council [June 9, 2017] Rocky Vista University (RVU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael K. Young to its Executive Advisory Council for Southern Utah. Mr. Young, a graduate of Harvard Law School, currently serves as the President of Texas A&M, a position he has held since May 1, 2015.  His distinguished career includes previous positions as President and tenured Professor of Law at the University of Washington, as well as President and Distinguished Professor of Law at the University of Utah. Under his leadership, Utah raised its stature nationally and internationally, becoming the nation’s top university in the number of new companies generated from university research.  The University also built over a million square feet of academic and research space during his tenure as President. RVU’s Executive Advisory Council was established in January of this year to provide guidance and advice regarding community relations and other pertinent matters to the leadership and faculty at the new medical school, Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine – Southern Utah (RVUCOM-SU) located in Ivins Utah. Members of the Council include Utahans and those with strong ties to Utah, who are leaders […]

RVU Celebrates Commencement Ceremony [May 31, 2018] Rocky Vista University (RVU) celebrated the graduation of 150 students in its College of Osteopathic Medicine (RVUCOM) program, as well as 26 students in its Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) program. The ceremony, which took place at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in Denver, was held on May 19th. The Very Reverend Archimandrite Christodoulos G. Papadeas of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America delivered the Invocation. RVU President and CEO Clinton E. Adams, DO, FACHE, then addressed the students directly. “Your families celebrate your achievement. العاب لربح المال الحقيقي They are proud of what you have endured and accomplished. There are so many stories of sacrifices, aspirations, overcoming great obstacles, and realizing the impossible dream,” he said. Keynote speaker Stephen Shannon, DO, MPH, President of the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM), delivered the address. “I believe that the future of medicine is sitting before me today and that future is brighter for the unique outlook each of you will bring to your patients, your colleagues and your communities,” he said. The MSBS graduates were the first to receive their diplomas. They were presented by Francina Towne, PhD, Director […]

RVU Announces Commencement Speaker [April 7, 2017 – Parker, CO] Rocky Vista University (RVU) is pleased to announce that Mark A. Baker, DO, has been selected to provide the keynote address the University’s 2017 commencement ceremony. Dr. Baker is a board-certified physician in diagnostic radiology. He works at Western Radiology and is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Radiology at University of North Texas Health Science Center. Additionally, he is a member of the Texas Osteopathic Medical Association and the American Osteopathic College of Radiology. Dr. Baker will become the 121st President of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) in July. “This is a critical junction in the growth and prominence of the AOA,” said Clinton E. Adams, DO, FACHE, President and CEO of RVU. “Osteopathic Medicine is experiencing rapid growth, as seen by over 100,000 osteopathic physicians and students preparing to launch into the Single Accreditation System with the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medicine Education (ACGME), thereby uniting all osteopathic and allopathic residency training programs in the country.” “Dr. Baker’s long-term leadership in healthcare policy, politics, and education will serve the AOA well,” Dr. Adams continued, “as he tackles the unknown issues facing a new administration. He is a […]

RVU Hosts Colorado Ultrafest [April 7, 2017] Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (RVUCOM) collaborated with the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CUSOM), as well as the Colorado Ultrasound Group (USIG) to host the second annual Colorado Ultrafest on Saturday, March 18th. It was the largest ultrasound event in RVU’s history with nearly 270 students from both medical schools in attendance. قمار الخيل Students attended ultrasound workshops which included prenatal, abdominal, cardio, vascular, and ocular sessions. ربح المال عن طريق اللعب The students were able to practice probing techniques on live models using cutting-edge ultrasound machines (provided by such sponsors as SonoSite, Philips, GE, Mindray, Clarius, BK Ultrasound, SonoSim, and Signostics). Keynote speakers were Wilma Chan, MD, EdM, Inaugural Director of Ultrasound Education at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, and Rachel Liu, MD, FACEP, FAAEM, President of the Academy of Emergency Ultrasound and chair-elect for the ultrasound section of American College of Emergency Physicians. Among the attendees was RVUCOM’s second-year student Andrea Thomas. “It was inclusive and calm…a great learning environment with plenty of hands-on time,” said Ms. Thomas. “The keynote speakers impressed upon us the importance of being kind to ourselves in times of not […]

RVU Celebrates New Campus in Ivins, Utah with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony [August 4, 2017] After 16 months of construction, Rocky Vista University (RVU) has officially opened its new campus in Ivins, Utah: Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine – Southern Utah (RVUCOM-SU). As the first osteopathic medical school in Utah, this is a significant achievement and will bring more physicians to the area in the future. On July 14th, a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held to celebrate the completion of the RVUCOM-SU building, attended by RVU’s Board of Trustees, the Executive Advisory Council, faculty and staff from both campuses, contractors, and key officials who have been instrumental to the success of this project. Among the speakers at the event were: Larry W. Anderson, DO, Immediate Past President of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians; a video message by Governor Gary Herbert; Eduardo Illanes, AIA, of OZ Architecture; David Park, DO, FAAFP, FACOFP, Campus Dean of RVUCOM-SU; Maha Sallam, PhD, Chair of the RVU Board of Trustees; and, Scott L. Wyatt, President of Southern Utah University. The Inaugural Class of 2021, comprised of 135 students, began their medical education on July 24th. These students came to RVUCOM-SU from 24 […]

Jennifer Williams, PhD, Appointed Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness at RVU [Jan 11, 2017] Rocky Vista University (RVU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Williams, PhD, as Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness. “This position is responsible for the oversight of our accreditation processes at the program level and the overall University,” said Clinton E. قوانين البوكر Adams, DO, FACHE, President and CEO of RVU. “I believe the significant contribution [by Dr. Williams] is leadership in creating a comprehensive institutional research and assessment program, [as well as] developing and measuring outcomes to document our academic success and opportunities for improvement. Her outstanding record of achievement since joining the RVU administration speaks for itself.” Dr. Williams joined the staff of Rocky Vista University in 2014 as Executive Director of Institutional Planning and Assessment. كازينو مباشر Since then, she has guided the successful launch of the Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS), conducted feasibility and market analyses for new programs, and is creating new systems and processes for assessment and quality improvement. Dr. Williams received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from University of Northern Colorado and a Master of Arts degree in Higher Education Administration. She then earned […]