Midwestern University-AZCOM Student Awarded $15,000 Founders' Scholarship
July 29, 2025
I was born and raised in the state of Arizona, spending most of my childhood and adolescent years in Payson, AZ. Following high school, I attended and graduated from Arizona Western College in Yuma and the University of Arizona in Tucson. After returning home from a two-year church service mission in Baltimore, MD in 2018, I married my wife, Tiana, and spent the first two and a half years of our marriage back in Tucson. During that time, I worked as a medical scribe at St. Joseph's and St. Mary's Emergency Departments. I also coached middle school boys' basketball, volleyball, and track and field at St. Cyril of Alexandria School prior to COVID-19 hitting our community. In 2021, I became a clinical lead for vaccination efforts at the University of Arizona that helped provide over 400,000 vaccination doses to the community. I was later hired to be a clinical coordinator in vaccination efforts in more underserved areas of Tucson, as well as other areas in Pima and Pinal County. Later that year, we moved just outside of Chicago where I completed a master's degree at Midwestern University and was accepted into medical school at the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine. I was voted by my peers to be Vice President of our cohort and now currently serve as Class President. In 2024, I became the osteopathic medical student representative on the board of directors for the National Residency Matching Program, where I continue to serve today.
AT Still University-SOMA Student Awarded 2025 $15,000 Founders' Scholarship
July 29, 2025
Before medical school, I worked as a medical scribe, witnessing firsthand the challenges patients face in navigating healthcare. My passion for service grew through leadership roles in nonprofits and education, including mentoring underserved youth at YMCA Camp and fostering inclusive communities in residence life at Gonzaga University, where I earned a B.S. in Biochemistry. I later pursued an M.S. in Biomedical Diagnostics at Arizona State University. In medical school, I've taken on leadership roles to advocate for peers and advance osteopathic medicine. As Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA) Foundation's Director of Fundraising, I help secure scholarships for osteopathic students. This year, as SOMA's Director of OPP and Wellness, I'll work to advance discussion of Osteopathic principles. I've also served as a leader of multiple student groups and been a mentor to high school STEM students through Aspen Institute's Our Future Is Science program. My clinical and research experiences drive my commitment to healthcare equity. At El Rio Community Health Center, I care for patients with limited access to medical care, learning to bridge gaps in trust and understanding. Presenting my research on trauma informed care, osteopathic hypertension management, and the Latina physician shortage has allowed me to contribute to national conversations on systemic disparities. Beyond the clinic, I remain dedicated to community service, volunteering with Project C.U.R.E., Ben's Bells, the Nutrition and Health Awareness Program, and street medicine outreach.
Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Awarded 2025 $15,000 Founders' Scholarship
July 29, 2025
My name is Jumana Roufail, and I am from Rancho Cucamonga, California. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Human Biology and Society from UCLA, graduating with honors. This interdisciplinary major deepened my understanding of the connection between medicine, public health, and the social determinants of health, shaping my passion for patient advocacy and community service. At Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, I have actively pursued opportunities to expand my clinical and leadership skills. As President of the Medicine-Pediatrics Interest Club and a board member of the Student Osteopathic Medical Association, I have organized educational initiatives and hands-on learning experiences to support my peers. My volunteer work at the Asylum Center Clinic has allowed me to serve vulnerable populations, bridging language barriers and advocating for equitable healthcare access. I have also engaged in research, co-authoring a study on heart rate variability in relation to osteopathic manipulation and vagus nerve stimulation. Additionally, I have contributed to a gastrointestinal surgical case report and a retrospective study on pediatric and adult ESRD patients. Currently, I am interested in pursuing Pediatrics, where I hope to integrate my passion for mentorship, advocacy, and holistic care. I am eager to build lasting relationships with patients and their families, fostering trust and empowerment in their healthcare journeys. I look forward to the lifelong learning, personal growth, and joy that a career in Pediatrics will bring.
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!