Rocky Vista University Campuses

The Colorado Campus of Rocky Vista University delivers an innovative Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program, centered on producing physicians who excel in patient-centered care and osteopathic manipulative medicine. The curriculum combines rigorous academic training with hands-on clinical experience in diverse healthcare environments.

• Basic Medical Sciences: Core courses cover gross anatomy, histology, embryology, neuroscience, genetics, and endocrinology, utilizing advanced labs and cadaveric dissection for in-depth understanding.
• Integrated Clinical Training: Includes family and community medicine, behavioral medicine, ethics, and biostatistics, with early clinical exposure through standardized patient encounters.
• Osteopathic Principles and Practice (OPP): Dedicated courses in OMM techniques, somatic dysfunction diagnosis, and therapeutic applications to promote musculoskeletal health.
• Clerkships and Rotations: Extensive clinical rotations in internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, women's health, psychiatry, and emergency services, supplemented by selective rotations in areas like dermatology, orthopedics, and infectious diseases.
• Advanced Electives and Specialties: Options in sports medicine, palliative care, public health, and international medicine, tailored to student interests.

The campus also supports biomedical sciences master's programs and research opportunities in areas like regenerative medicine and population health. With proximity to Denver's medical facilities, students access rotations at major hospitals, community clinics, and VA centers. The four-year DO program features a systems-based approach in the preclinical phase, transitioning to competency-based clinical education. Simulation centers equipped with high-fidelity mannequins enhance procedural skills and crisis management. Interprofessional simulations with pharmacy, physical therapy, and social work students build collaborative competencies. The curriculum prioritizes wellness, resilience training, and cultural competency to address healthcare disparities. Graduates demonstrate high match rates into competitive residencies, particularly in primary care, surgery, and osteopathic specialties. Ongoing faculty development ensures cutting-edge instruction in telemedicine, AI in diagnostics, and evidence-based guidelines. This holistic educational model cultivates physicians who are not only technically proficient but also compassionate leaders dedicated to improving community health outcomes.

The Utah Campus of Rocky Vista University primarily focuses on medical education, offering a comprehensive Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program designed to train compassionate and skilled physicians. The curriculum integrates biomedical sciences with clinical training, emphasizing osteopathic principles and practices.

• Foundational Sciences: Courses include anatomy, biochemistry, physiology, microbiology, immunology, and pharmacology, providing a strong scientific base for medical practice.
• Clinical Sciences: Students engage in pathology, physical diagnosis, osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM), and clinical correlations, bridging theory to patient care.
• Clinical Rotations: Third- and fourth-year students participate in core rotations in family medicine, internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics/gynecology, psychiatry, and emergency medicine, with electives in subspecialties like cardiology, neurology, and oncology.
• Interprofessional Education: Collaborative courses with nursing and other health professions to foster teamwork in healthcare settings.
• Research and Scholarly Activity: Opportunities in medical research, community health projects, and global health initiatives to develop evidence-based practice skills.

Additionally, the campus offers preparatory programs like post-baccalaureate courses for underrepresented students in medicine. Elective offerings include rural medicine, given the campus's location in southern Utah, focusing on underserved populations. The program spans four years, with the first two years classroom-based and the latter two in clinical settings across regional hospitals and clinics. Emphasis is placed on holistic patient care, preventive medicine, and leadership in healthcare. Graduates are well-prepared for residency programs nationwide, with a strong emphasis on primary care and osteopathic manipulative treatment. The curriculum evolves with medical advancements, incorporating simulation labs, problem-based learning, and patient-centered simulations to enhance clinical reasoning and empathy. This rigorous yet supportive environment ensures students develop into proficient, ethical physicians committed to lifelong learning and service.