AACOM President and CEO Receives Honorary Doctorate from A.T. Still University, Delivers Commencement Address
Published June 06, 2023
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Dr. Cain presented with an honorary degree of doctor of osteopathy in education (honoris causa)
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(Bethesda, MD) – American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) President and CEO Robert A. Cain, DO, was honored to be presented with an honorary degree of doctor of osteopathy in education (honoris causa) at A.T. Still University of Health Sciences - Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (ATSU-KCOM), during its May 20, 2023, ceremony in Kirksville, Missouri. Dr. Cain also delivered the commencement address.
“Being a part of this wonderful occasion and directly interacting with this impressive group of graduates and future physicians was very special,” said Dr. Cain. “As a DO, I am extremely proud of the talent, commitment and abilities I saw in this graduating class. I am confident they will all play an important role in enhancing the health and the quality of life for their future patients. ATSU-KCOM can be extremely proud of this class.”
Dr. Cain delivered his address to ATSU-KCOM’s 156 doctor of osteopathic medicine and 10 master of science in biomedical sciences graduates, and was introduced by ATSU-KCOM Dean Margaret Wilson, DO. ATSU President Craig M. Phelps, DO, ’84, conferred the degree.
About Dr. Cain
Robert A. Cain, DO, FACOI, FAODME, joined the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) as president and CEO in July 2019. Prior to assuming this position, he served as the associate dean for clinical education at the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (OU-HCOM) where he oversaw business development and relationship management for clinical experiences associated with undergraduate and graduate medical education (GME). As part of his GME-related duties, Dr. Cain functioned as the chief academic officer for the Ohio Centers for Osteopathic Research and Education, a statewide medical education consortium. Prior to this university appointment he served as the director of medical education at Grandview Hospital in Dayton, Ohio (2006-2014) and as the director of the internal medicine residency program at the same facility (1999-2007).
As a specialist in pulmonary medicine, Dr. Cain graduated from OU-HCOM in 1988 and operated a private practice in Ohio from 1994-2008.
About AACOM
Founded in 1898, the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) is the leading voice for the education and training of physicians who practice osteopathic medicine in settings across the medical spectrum—from primary care to the full range of medical specialties. We support our member colleges of osteopathic medicine in their efforts to attract and train individuals who are fueled by a desire to make a difference in our healthcare system by treating the whole person and building a future emphasizing health and wellness for all people. Today, more than 35,000 future physicians—25 percent of all U.S. medical students—are being educated at one of our 40 accredited colleges of osteopathic medicine, encompassing 64 teaching locations in 35 states.
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