Welcome to Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (RVUCOM). The pages that follow outline our distinctive curriculum and the policies designed to support and guide you as you pursue your journey toward becoming an Osteopathic physician. It is a profession unlike any other, one that is as intellectually stimulating as it is personally fulfilling.
At RVUCOM, our curriculum is intentionally designed to prepare you for the full breadth of Osteopathic medical practice. You will develop clinical competence through both technologically advanced and hands-on training experiences, building a strong foundation rooted in the principles of Osteopathic medicine. Our program also emphasizes the importance of cultural humility and equips you to serve patients and communities of all backgrounds with compassion and skill.
Our students graduate prepared to excel in any specialty or field of medicine they choose to pursue, and our alumni are consistently recognized for their commitment to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. The faculty and staff of RVUCOM are deeply invested in your growth and success, not only as a future physician, but as a lifelong learner and leader in medicine.
We are honored to walk alongside you on this journey. The road ahead will be demanding, but it will also be extraordinarily rewarding.
Welcome to the RVUCOM family!
Christopher M. LaFontano, DO
Acting Dean of Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine