Exciting Southwestern Conference on Medicine News!
July 16, 2024
We’ve got an exciting announcement! The 2025 Southwestern Conference on Medicine is moving (just 5 miles up the road) to the beautiful Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort & Spa in Tucson, AZ! Join us April 24-27, 2025, at this stunning resort, a true southwestern gem with a rich history. Built originally as a hacienda-style family home in 1912, Westward Look has grown into a luxurious resort known for its blend of historic charm and modern elegance. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Sonoran Desert at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains, Westward Look offers the perfect mix of natural beauty and sophisticated comfort. Walk in the footsteps of famous guests like John Wayne, Ben Vereen, Dean Martin, and Olivia Newton-John, who all experienced and enjoyed this iconic location.
Congratulations to Arivaca Human Resource on receiving a $7,500 grant from TOMF!
July 5, 2024
Congratulations to Arivaca Human Resource (AHR) on receiving a $7,500 grant from the Tucson Osteopathic Medical Foundation! AHR is doing incredible work to address mental health issues in the rural community of Arivaca, Arizona. With this funding, they will be able to continue their "Sidewalk Talk" heart-centered listening program and install a welcoming red bench in their new outdoor community gathering area, Plaza de la Amistad. These innovative initiatives will provide crucial support and connection for residents struggling with loneliness, mental illness, and addiction. By fostering heart-centered listening and community togetherness, AHR is empowering individuals and transforming lives. We're inspired by AHR's vision of Arivaca as a place where "every citizen feels valued and supported." Wishing them continued success in their important mission.
Rodolfo Jimenez, DO Begins Two-Year Term as TOMF Board Chairman
July 1, 2024
We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Rodolfo Jimenez, DO to the position of Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Tucson Osteopathic Medical Foundation (TOMF). Dr. Jimenez is board certified in family medicine and practices at Suvida Healthcare’s South Tucson Neighborhood Center. Although he has long been a valued member of the local osteopathic community, caring for Tucsonans since his internship and residency at Tucson General Hospital in the early 90’s, Dr. Jimenez began his formal service on the Board of Trustees in 2019. He brings a deep commitment to advancing osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) and has a special interest in reflecting on the heritage of osteopathic medicine in Tucson in order to create a sustainable strategic vision for our future. We are confident that under Dr. Jimenez's guidance, TOMF will continue to grow and make significant strides in supporting the professional development of osteopathic physicians across our region. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Jimenez to his new role and supporting him as he leads TOMF into an exciting future.
Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Awarded $15,000 Founders' Scholarship
June 10, 2024
Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Awarded $15,000 Founders' Scholarship. Click through to learn more about Tushank!
Clinical Counterstrain: Honoring the Masters by Advancing the Science
September 20, 2023
TOMF provided a $3,000 grant to support the September 8-10 "Clinical Counterstrain Applications for Today’s Practice Taught by the Masters" seminar at Midwestern University-AZCOM. The course was a fitting tribute to the late Dr. Harmon Myers, a pioneer in the field of osteopathic manipulative medicine and founding member of the TOMF Board of Trustees. Attended by 40 osteopathic physicians, residents and students, the 3-day program advanced Dr. Myers' Counterstrain techniques through modern applications and insights from 5 of today's leading practitioners from across the US.
MATE Act Training Requirements
June 16, 2023
Beginning on June 27, 2023 a total of eight hours of training from certain organizations on opioid or other substance use disorders is required for practitioners renewing or newly applying for a registration from the DEA to prescribe any Schedule II-V controlled medications. TOMF is included in the list of “certain organizations” from which the 8 hours of opioid-specific education for DEA renewal may be acquired and all prior opioid related credit earned at TOMF CME Conferences (there is no retroactive time limit) satisfies MATE Act training requirements. In the past three years alone, TOMF has offered a total of 8 hours of applicable credit in our commitment to fulfilling AZ license requirements for opioid-related education.
Bridget Botsford, OMS III at BCOM Wins $15,000 Founders' Scholarship from TOMF
June 14, 2023
Meet Bridget Botsford, a third year medical student at Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine and winner of a $15,000 Founders' Scholarship from Tucson Osteopathic Medical Foundation!
Ron Tang, OMS III at AT Still University-SOMA Wins $15,000 Founders' Scholarship from TOMF
February 21, 2023
Meet Ron Tang, a third year medical student at AT Still University-SOMA and winner of a $15,000 Founders' Scholarship from Tucson Osteopathic Medical Foundation!
Nathan Wright, OMS III at Midwestern University AZCOM Wins $15,000 Founders' Scholarship from TOMF
February 20, 2023
Meet Nathan Wright, a third year medical student at Midwestern University-AZCOM and winner of a $15,000 Founders' Scholarship from Tucson Osteopathic Medical Foundation!
TNT Grants Renewed for 2021!
August 18, 2021
Remember our 2020 Thriving Nonprofit Technology Grants? Well, we are thrilled to announce they are back for 2021 and TOMF will award $25,000 in tech funding to non-profits in Tucson with public health interests later this year! Details and application coming soon!
ASU's Southwest Interdisciplinary Research Center Looking for Medical Professionals for Opioid Study
June 28, 2021
ASU's Southwest Interdisciplinary Research Center is looking for medical professionals to participate in focus groups and discuss their views related to opioid misuse and abuse. Participants input will be used to design future opioid prevention and planning efforts in urban and rural communities throughout Arizona.
Ellis Kaufmann, OMS II at A.T. Still University-SOMA Awarded $7,500 Founders' Scholarship
February 24, 2021
Elli Kaufmann is a 2nd year Osteopathic Medical Student at A.T Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona. She graduated from the University of Nebraska Lincoln with a degree in Biochemistry (and Chemistry minor). During her time as an undergraduate, she worked in a research lab studying interactions between human albumin and common epileptic drugs. She was the winner of two poster competitions. She also worked as an undergraduate TA for a Biochemistry and Biology class. She currently works part-time as a tutor at her school, serving as a mentor for other students. She has a strong interest in advancing medical education and led a research project about the implementation of digital otoscopes in her school’s curriculum. She has served as an advocate for DOs at DO Day on the Hill, and currently volunteers at St. Mary’s hospital as a front desk COVID-19 screener. While not originally from Tucson, she has lived here for the past 5 years and hopes to practice in Tucson as a physician. Her interests include macramé, working out and learning medical Spanish.