Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine (SOM)

Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine prepares future physicians and scientists who are committed to improving health in New Jersey and throughout the nation. To advance thier mission they: develop clinically skillful, compassionate and culturally competent physicians from diverse backgrounds who are grounded in their osteopathic philosophy and ready to meet future healthcare workforce needs; advance research, innovation and discovery to improve health and solve the medical challenges of today and the future; and provide exceptional patient-centered care, with an emphasis on primary and interprofessional team-based care that responds to the needs of the community including underserved and special needs populations.

Mission:
Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine fosters innovation, advances biomedical research, elevates excellence in education, and delivers transformative interprofessional healthcare for the community they serve.

To advance their mission, they:

• Develop clinically skillful, compassionate and culturally competent physicians who are grounded in thier osteopathic philosophy and ready to meet future healthcare needs.
• Recruit exceptional students from New Jersey, the nation, and across the globe.
• Advance research, innovation and discovery to improve health and solve the medical challenges of today and the future.
• Provide exceptional patient-centered care, with an emphasis on primary and interprofessional team-based care that responds to the needs of the community.

Vision:
Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine will improve access, affordability and quality of both education and healthcare for their community, nation, and across the globe.