2007
LMU-DCOM was established
Lincoln Memorial University-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (LMU-DCOM) was established on August 1, 2007, on the campus of Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee. With the beautiful Cumberland Gap mountains serving as the backdrop, LMU-DCOM is one of the most prominent buildings on campus. LMU-DCOM currently offers programs in two locations: Harrogate, TN and Knoxville, TN. A third location will open in Orange Park, FL July 2026. Quality educational programs are delivered through experienced faculty utilizing innovative teaching methods and state-of-the-art technology. LMU-DCOM is fully committed to meeting the health care needs of the community and beyond with excellence in teaching, patient care and services.
LMU-DCOM was established in 2007 in Harrogate, Tennessee, with the mission of placing primary care doctors in Appalachia and the surrounding area. Since then it has graduated thousands of doctors, many of whom work in East Tennessee and the surrounding states.
DCOM at LMU-Knoxville offers the same four-year, full-time academic and clinical program as offered at the LMU-DCOM Harrogate campus granting the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree. The LMU-Knoxville campus opened its doors to a class of 125 in fall 2019.
DCOM at LMU-Orange Park will open in the fall of 2026, bringing the first medical school to the Jacksonville, FL area. With LMU-DCOM’s mission of placing primary care physicians in areas of health care needs, the new campus will be a welcome addition to the rapidly growing First Coast.
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2007
LMU-DCOM was established
2011
LMU-DCOM graduated its first class of Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine
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School for graduating the most primary care residents (U.S. News & World Report)
LMU-DCOM and Tusculum University Join Forces to Expand Medical School Access
March 17, 2025
Lincoln Memorial University-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (LMU-DCOM) has partnered with Tusculum University to create a conditional guaranteed interview pathway for undergraduate students aspiring to become osteopathic physicians. This partnership strengthens the pipeline for students in East Tennessee to pursue medical education and serve in health care.
LMU-DCOM and Barry University Launch Pathway to Osteopathic Medical School
March 13, 2025
Lincoln Memorial University-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (LMU-DCOM) has partnered with Barry University’s College of Health & Wellness Biomedical Sciences program to offer a structured pathway for students aspiring to become osteopathic physicians. This conditional guaranteed interview agreement aims to provide Barry students with increased access to medical education and career opportunities in health care.
LMU-DCOM Establishes Partnership with Lee University to Support Aspiring Osteopathic Physicians
March 11, 2025
Lincoln Memorial University-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (LMU-DCOM) is proud to announce a new partnership with Lee University that offers a conditional guaranteed interview pathway for students pursuing a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree. This initiative provides an opportunity for qualified students to streamline their journey to medical school while benefiting from mentorship and professional development.