Programmatic Level Educational Objectives
The Physician Formation Arc³ reflects the integration of Ability, Responsibility, and Compassion, enriched by Curiosity and Community — forming physicians who are not only clinically excellent, but also thoughtful, innovative, inquisitive, and deeply committed to the well-being of the communities they serve.
Graduates of Naples COM will:
Develop into Competent Osteopathic Physicians
Demonstrate mastery of biomedical knowledge, clinical skills, and osteopathic principles and practice, including osteopathic manipulative medicine.
Foster Professional Identity Formation
Demonstrate integrity, accountability, ethical practice, and commitment to professional responsibilities in service to patients and society.
Promote Lifelong Learning and Inquiry
Engage in self-directed learning, critical appraisal of evidence, and scholarly inquiry to support continuous professional growth.
Advance Humanistic, Patient-Centered Care
Deliver compassionate, community-anchored, and patient-centered care that respects the dignity and individuality of each person.
Prepare Leaders for Health Systems
Demonstrate the ability to work effectively within healthcare systems, collaborate across professions, and contribute to the health of communities.
Anchor Osteopathic Philosophy in Practice
Anchor clinical reasoning, diagnosis, and patient care in osteopathic principles, integrating structure and function in the promotion of health and treatment of disease.