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College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
Pomona Campus (Founding College)
Western University of Health Sciences

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Congratulations to the winners of the ACOOG-National Student Society poster session! More than 50 students presented at the 2026 Advances in Women’s Health conference, sharing excellent research and insights on a breadth of women’s health issues and topics.

1st Place: Lauren Richmond, OMS-IV, @unthealth_tcom

2nd Place: Zenia K. Lakhani, OMS-III, @pcomsouthga

3rd Place: Avery Lahodny, OMS-III, @westernucomp

Participate in the next poster session at the 94th Annual Conference. See details at bit.ly/94poster by @westernucomp

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13 days ago

Our September Health Career Ladder (HCL) was a beautiful community event. Children PreK - 12th grade received their white coats and began their annual pathway to health careers curriculum taught by our very own WesternU students! Over 800 Pomona and neighboring community members, including over 430 youth preK throught 12th attended the launch of HCL for the 2026-2027 academic year. Nearly 130 WesternU students volunteer through curriculum development and delivery at each monthly academy. All involved made this such an impactful day! Thank you to the ACE team for organizing such a meaningful community event. Can’t wait for next month!! by @westernucomp

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17 days ago

As research continues to grow at Western University of Health Sciences’ College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP), recognition from national organizations continue to grow as well.

COMP Associate Professor and Co-Director of the Office of Student Research Sébastien Fuchs, MD, PhD, is the first WesternU faculty member to be elected a Fellow of the American Federation for Medical Research (FAFMR). The FAFMR designation is the highest honor conferred by the AFMR and recognizes sustained contributions to research, leadership, service, and participation in the medical research community. Dr. Fuchs became a Fellow at a meeting held Sept. 25, 2026, one of three to earn this distinction in 2026.

“I am deeply honored to be nominated as a Fellow of the American Federation for Medical Research,” Fuchs said. “This recognition reflects the importance I place on mentoring students, advancing meaningful research, and contributing to the broader scientific community. I am especially proud of helping students cultivate curiosity, confidence, and a lasting interest in research. I am grateful to the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and Dean Warren for the continued support of my efforts to engage students in scholarly work and to foster the next generation of clinician-scientists.”

“Dr. Fuchs’ election as a Fellow of the American Federation for Medical Research is a distinguished and well-deserved honor. This recognition reflects his exceptional contributions to research, scholarship, and student mentorship, as well as his steadfast commitment to advancing scientific inquiry," said COMP Dean Lisa Warren, DO '01, MBA. "At COMP, we are deeply committed to fostering a culture of research excellence and critical thinking, and Dr. Fuchs’ achievement is a powerful testament to the impact of that commitment. We are extraordinarily proud of his accomplishments and grateful for the leadership and dedication he brings to our students, our College, and the University.”
#WesternUProud #WesternUResearch

🔗 To read the full story, visit news.westernu.edu. taken in Western University of Health Sciences by @westernucomp

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Hospital Day is an opportunity for 2nd year students to learn about some of the program sites they will complete their rotations. Great to see some of our 3rd year clinical students here representing these sites and answering questions! Thank you to all the sites that came out to support our students!! by @westernucomp

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18 days ago

I am nominating An Tran for Student D.O. of the Month because he embodies the qualities of a true leader, mentor, and peer, both in and out of the classroom. ✨An served as a TA for our summer anatomy course, and his impact went far beyond simply reviewing material. He had a gift for breaking down complex anatomical concepts in ways that were clear, memorable, and genuinely helpful, especially during a course known for its intensity. He never made anyone feel behind or embarrassed for not understanding something right away. Instead, he created a space where we felt comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and learning at our own pace. ✨ What truly sets An apart, though, is that his support didn’t end when the lab session did. He has remained consistently present and available to us outside of class, checking in, answering questions, and offering encouragement long after his official TA duties were fulfilled. That kind of follow-through is rare, and it speaks to his genuine investment in our success as future physicians, not just our performance in one course. ✨ Beyond academics, An consistently goes out of his way to make sure his peers have access to valuable opportunities, whether that’s sharing resources, connecting people with mentors, or simply making sure no one gets left out of something that could help them grow. He does this quietly and without expecting anything in return, which makes his generosity all the more meaningful. ✨ by @westernucomp

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22 days ago

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24 days ago

Thank you to our COMP students who showed up Saturday to attempt a world record for a beach clean up. Results still pending 🙃 A big thank you to LOVEbutton.org for being a sponsor for this wonderful opportunity to serve the community 💕 #lovebuttonmovement #lovebuttonglobalmovement #lovebuttonorg taken in Venice Beach by @westernucomp

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25 days ago

💙 HEALTH POLICY DAY IS COMING! 💙

Interested in healthcare policy, advocacy, and creating structural change? Join us for Health Policy Day presented by the California Medical Association Medical Student Section! 🩺📣
This is a great opportunity to learn how you can use your voice as a medical student, connect with physician leaders and residents, and get involved in healthcare advocacy. We are excited for our special guest speakers Dr. Anna Yap, Vice Speaker of the House for the California Medical Association and Physician Keynote Dr. Holly Yang.

🥐 Breakfast + lunch provided!

Health Policy Day is a chance to learn, connect, and make your voice heard.
📅 October 3 ⏰ 9 AM–3 PM 📍 Western University of Health Sciences — HEC Lecture Hall 1

Sign up using the QR code! by @westernucomp

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Western University of Health Sciences’ Military Medical Student Association (MMSA) held its annual 9/11 memorial service on the WesternU California campus Sept. 11, 2026, to pay tribute to those who lost their lives and honor those who continue to serve.
#September11 #neverforget #WesternUProud

🔗 Click the link in our bio to read the full story. taken in Western University of Health Sciences by @westernucomp

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WELCOME HOME, DR. ROMERO! 🏡💙

What a special day at WesternU! We had the absolute pleasure of welcoming Howard Romero, DO, COMP Class of 1992, back home to campus! 🎓✨

More than three decades after graduating from WesternU, Dr. Romero returned to where his journey began, and we couldn’t have been happier to have him back. His warmth, incredible energy, and love for WesternU made his visit that much more special. It’s always amazing to reconnect with alumni who continue to make us so proud!

Dr. Romero, thank you for spending time with us, sharing some laughs, reminiscing, and reminding us exactly why these alumni connections mean so much. 💙

A special thank you to Thomas Fox, Elly Khosravi, and Alexandra Tapia for helping make Dr. Romero’s visit such a warm and memorable welcome home.

No matter how many years go by or how far your journey takes you, WesternU will always be home. 🏡

Welcome home, Dr. Romero! We loved welcoming you back home! 💙

#WesternU #WesternUAlumni #COMPAlumni #WelcomeHome #WesternUProud #WesternUFamily #AlumniEngagement #WeLoveOurAlumni by @westernucomp

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❤️ FROM WESTERNU TO A GLOBAL MOVEMENT… DID YOU GUESS IT? 👀🌎

The answers to yesterday’s trivia are officially HERE! 🥁✨

❤️ WHO WAS THE WESTERNU ALUMNI WHO FOUNDED THE LOVE BUTTON GLOBAL MOVEMENT?

Dr. Habib Sadeghi, DO ’00
WesternU COMP Class of 2000 🎓

Dr. Sadeghi went on to found the Love Button Global Movement, spreading its message of love, compassion, and human connection around the world.

🎤 AND THE BONUS ANSWER…

Who did Dr. Sadeghi partner with to help take the movement global?

🥁🥁🥁......

Chris Martin of Coldplay! 🎶❤️

Together, their connection helped amplify the Love Button message to audiences around the world! Proving just how far a little love can travel. 🌎

And now, that message continues on an even bigger global stage with the excitement surrounding the FIFA World Cup 2026! ⚽🏆

From WesternU to a worldwide movement, we couldn't be prouder to celebrate the incredible impact of our alumni, Dr. Habib Sadeghi, DO ’00! ❤️

🏆 And to our trivia winners… Congratulations! Keep an eye on your DMs, our Alumni Team has reached out about your prize! 👀🎁

#WesternUAlumni #WesternU #LoveButtonGlobalMovement #HabibSadeghi #Coldplay #ChrisMartin #AlumniSpotlight #WesternUProud #WeLoveOurAlumni by @westernucomp

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2 months ago

20 years later and the COMP DO Class of 2006 still knows how to turn a reunion into a night to remember! 🎓🥂❤️

We’re back with Part 2 because there were simply too many laughs, smiles, and good times to fit into one post!

Old friends, unforgettable memories, and a whole lot of fun. Safe to say, the Class of 2006 has still got it. 😉❤️

Here’s to 20 years and many more reasons to celebrate!

#WesternUAlumni #COMPAlumni #ClassOf2006 #WesternUProud #WeLoveOurAlumni by @westernucomp

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