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WesternU / College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP) and COMP-Northwest / College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest

College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest

Our students are resilient, innovative, and well prepared for an exciting and rewarding future in health care.

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2024 – Postgraduate Residency Placement

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Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) see patients, prescribe medications, perform surgeries, and deliver babies in hospitals, medical centers, and offices across the United States and overseas. Whether they are primary care providers or specialists, DOs use all the standard tools of modern medicine, but also have additional therapeutic modalities with which to care for their patients. Our students thrive in a culture of patient-focused care because they practice on a foundation of professionalism, benevolence, and respect. They understand that while they practice the art of medicine with their heads, they must never forget to use their hearts.

What is a D.O.?

  • Stephanie White, DO
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  • Rebecca Giusti, DO
  • Gilbert Hernandez, OMM Fellow
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    About the College

    At the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP) and COMP-Northwest, we focus on one program, the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. This means we are 100% dedicated to helping you fulfill your calling to become the doctor you are meant to be. Each student journey is slightly different, because each student is different – yet our graduates obtain the same outcome beyond the DO title: Rooted in Humanism, you will find your authentic self – a place to heal with your head and your heart.

    We inspire, in a humanistic tradition, technically competent, culturally sensitive, professional and compassionate physicians who become lifelong learners.


    aoa, logoWesternU COMP & COMP-Northwest is Fully Accredited and Achieved the Maximum 10 years Accreditation with Exceptional Outcome during 2022 visit.

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    Tier 1 Medical School for Primary Care

    WesternU’s COMP & COMP-Northwest is one of only 15 institutions and one of only two Osteopathic Medicine schools named a Tier 1 Medical School for Primary Care by U.S. News & World Report 2024. WesternU could not be more proud of its faculty, administration, staff and students for this incredible achievement. WesternU has also been recognized for the most graduates in Primary Care and for Serving Rural Areas. This is affirmation of our commitment to creating healthy communities.

    National Recognition

    In its latest rankings of top U.S. medical schools, U.S. News & World Report has named Western University of Health Sciences a Tier 1 institution for primary care training. The 2024-2025 rankings feature a new methodology, with medical schools being placed into one of four tiers. Tier 1 institutions were in the 85th percentile or higher of medical schools ranked.

    The College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP) and COMP-Northwest received a Tier 1 designation for Best Medical Schools: Primary Care. WesternU is one of only 15 institutions in the top tier for primary care and one of only two osteopathic medicine schools.

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    Best Medical Schools: Primary Care

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    Best Medical Schools: Research


    Why is this important?

    WesternU is one of more than 800 institutions with graduate schools surveyed by U.S. News & World Report on an annual basis. WesternU’s COMP and COMP-Northwest are recognized among the best 123 Medical Schools surveyed in the United States. This national recognition speaks to WesternU’s indicators of excellence that ultimately lead to student success.

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    Message from the Dean Lisa Warren, DO MBA

    I am a proud alumnus of WesternU/COMP, deeply passionate about osteopathic medicine, pediatric health, and the wellness of physicians and trainees. I am honored to serve in the role as Dean to support and advance our mission, ensuring the success and well-being of our entire community.
    At COMP and COMP-NW, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and enriching education that equips students to excel in the ever-evolving medical field. Our curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking, enhance clinical skills, and promote compassionate patient care, ensuring our graduates become well-rounded osteopathic physicians ready to tackle the challenges of modern healthcare.
    With state-of-the-art facilities, a cutting-edge simulation center, interprofessional collaboration, and excellent clinical experiences, our graduates are prepared to deliver compassionate, high-quality, patient-centered care. Our faculty members at COMP and COMP-NW are leaders in their fields, committed to mentoring and guiding students throughout their medical journey. They bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and a dedication to excellence in teaching, patient care, and research.
    We welcome you to come visit COMP and COMP-NW and learn more about our college and university.
    With gratitude,
    Dr. Lisa Warren

    Student, Faculty and ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

    Many of our students, faculty, staff and alumni form connections and bonds that last a lifetime. Meet some of them here!
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    Student Spotlight: Krystle Parnala, OMS II

    “No one looks out for our class like Krystle does. She is constantly providing resources, giving reminders, and setting an example of positivity and kindness. If there is anything to clean up or organize, Krystle is there with open arms ready to help. Not because she is responsible for any of it, but out of the kindness of her heart. We are lucky to have her in our class and her future patients will be lucky to have her as their doctor.” “Krystle is always lending a helping hand to everyone here at COMPNW. She makes practice questions, charts, and all kinds of resources with which she shares to the class to help them succeed.”

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    Faculty Spotlight: Jenna Collins, DO

    The Osteopathic Physicians & Surgeons of Oregon (OPSO) named Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest (COMP-Northwest) Assistant Professor and Chair of Family Medicine Jenna Collins, DO, as its DO of the Year….

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    Alumni Spotlight
    Peter Fox, DO, ’16

    The world-renowned photographer Ansel Adams once said, “In wisdom gathered over time I have found that every experience is a form of exploration.” These words ring true for WesternU alum Peter Fox, DO (’16), whose exploration and travel led to a beautiful journey personally and professionally. “Medical school was such a fun time for me; I worked hard and whenever I wasn’t studying, I was outdoors making the most of the Northwest,”

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    Commitment TO DIVERSITY

    We are focused on seamless integration of DEI consciousness in our curriculum, recruitment and successful admission of students from diverse groups, engagement and leadership development of students from diverse groups, recruitment and advancement of employees of diverse groups, active engagement in DEI research, development of funding sources for scholarships, recruitment and retention efforts, and celebrations of local, national and global diversity.

    SIGNATURE PROGRAMS

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    Join the Team

    Interested in joining our talented team of Administration, Faculty and Staff committed to educating our incredible students?
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    Community Engagement

    At COMP-Northwest, the emphasis is on caring. The faculty, staff, students, and the community truly care for one other and watch out for the others’ best interests. COMP-Northwest students and the community build strong relationships built upon a foundation of trust and caring.
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    Give and Receive

    Help us continue to help our students succeed as medical providers dedicated to a scientific and humanistic approach to healing. We will all benefit by having healthier communities around us.

    COMP-Northwest Virtual Tour

    The College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest is the only osteopathic graduate school in the State of Oregon and one of two in the Pacific Northwest. Students at COMP-Northwest will learn and train in the highly advanced clinical skills simulation lab and have ample opportunities to participate in research. Our faculty, clinics and labs are a few of the reasons why WesternU COMP is ranking as one of the Best Medical Schools by U.S. News & World Report.

    Engage yourself in 360-degree views, videos and photos that showcase COMP-Northwest.
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    The Future of Medicine Magazine

    The College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP) and COMP-Northwest have launched a new digital edition of the Future of Medicine magazine. The inaugural digital edition explores technology in medical education: AI, Research, Simulation, Telemedicine. The digital magazine also allows us to present insightful podcasts and videos from our outstanding faculty and staff. This marks an exciting new chapter for our COMP community.

    TAKE THE NEXT STEP

    Your journey to an exciting career in health care is just getting started. Please review the program admissions requirement or request more information and we’ll reach out to you. You may also consider scheduling a virtual advising appointment. We look forward to meeting you and discussing your goals!