Promoting your personal wellness and academic success
At UNE COM we recognize that you are as unique as fingerprints, or, in medical terms, those cutaneous ridges on the bulbs of the distal phalanx of our fingers. The osteopathic principles teach us that everything is interconnected, and, in the same vein, we acknowledge that you need continuous support to grow academically, professionally, and personally. By adhering to these principles, we promote your personal wellness and academic success as you pursue your osteopathic medical degree and your passion for practicing medicine.
If you are considering applying to UNE COM, or researching how the program aligns with your present or future goals, visit our Admissions page. There you will gain insight into everything from touring campus, to course requirements, and financial aide information. For an in-depth understanding of our academic programs, the Academic Curriculum details what you can expect from years 1-4 of your medical education.
Cani Greg Garsuta ’23
My decision to pursue a career in medicine didn’t arise from a single awe-inspiring event. Instead, it’s a corollary to my passion for both science and humanity. Growing up in a small community in the Philippines, I have always looked forward to living life with a purpose and knew that I wanted to be in a profession that involves serving other people. Since medicine is the amalgamation of sciences and humanities, I knew that this is the path I needed to pursue. I then took B.S. in Biology before migrating to the U.S.
Dreamt by many because of the promise of a greener pasture, being an immigrant in this country is not easy. Like most immigrants, I’ve experienced cultural and language barriers, prejudice, and had to start again from scratch. However, I’ve also seen great opportunities that this country can offer — great enough to fuel me to strive harder. For a few years, I’ve worked on several minimum wage jobs. I have also worked as a senior caregiver. I was humbled by those insightful experiences. I then decided to enlist in the U.S. Army to serve this country that I’ve come to love and with the hope of fulfilling my dream through the opportunities that it offers. Truly, it was a transformative experience that made me redefine my own strengths, ways, and perspectives. Moving forward, being accepted as a first-year medical student in UNE COM has been worthwhile. In UNE COM, I have learned that building a good doctor-patient relationship creates a major impact when it comes to clinical decision-making. To treat the patient holistically and not singly according to labs or imaging, has been UNE COM’s core goal of education. As an aspiring osteopathic physician at UNE COM, I am confident that I will be ready to provide service to those in dire need of medical help, especially with the underserved populations in rural areas. I see myself as a primary care physician willing to choose the path less traveled in the service of other people.
As an aspiring osteopathic physician at UNE COM, I am confident that I will be ready to provide service to those in dire need of medical help, especially with the underserved populations in rural areas.
As a UNE COM student, you have opportunities both in and out of the classroom. You can choose to get involved in our community to enrich your experiences in the classroom with practical applications. Browse through the list of more than 40 clubs and organizations that promote healthy lifestyles, professional growth, and ever-lasting friendships.
To aid in successfully maintaining school/life balance, you have access to Student Support Services on the Biddeford campus. Ranging from tutoring to health appointments, and counseling, we recognize that there are many factors that lead to your success and have structured our services based on this belief.
We pride ourselves on being student-centered, student-friendly, and family-friendly. As you embark on this new chapter in your life, we welcome you into our family, so that when you are here you are home.