OMED 2025 Posters

Research track

Research abstracts from OMED 2025

The work of both new and experienced researchers takes center stage

Research posters presented during the OMED25 Poster Session and Student Poster Competition are now available for viewing on the Poster Gallery. Expand your knowledge and support the advancement of osteopathic research by viewing the ePoster videos.

Physicians can claim up to two (2) credits of AOA Category 2-B CME by viewing the recorded ePosters. To claim these credits and receive a certificate, participants must view the posters (no minimum requirement) and complete the CME Attestation Form. Completed forms must be submitted to Gloria Dillard, MPH, Director of Research Grants, at [email protected] or (312) 202-8006.

Approved research abstracts are published in the December 2025 online edition of the Journal of Osteopathic Medicine.

Please contact Gloria Dillard, MPH, at [email protected] or at (312) 202-8006 with any questions.

Research spotlight

Research poster winners

First place ($500)

Poster *B-9
PI name: Erica Korbel, OMS IV
Institution: Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine (KCU-COM)
Title of project: Atherosclerosis of the Heart, Head, and Gut: No Vessel is Safe

Poster *C-38
PI name: Sonal Mehta, OMS III
Institution: Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine-CA (TUCOM)
Title of project: Revisiting the Glucose Paradox: Impact of Fructose on the Indirect and Direct Pathway of Glycogen Synthesis in Healthy and Insulin-Resistant Populations

Poster *PH-34
PI name: Abraham Elliot Libman, OMS II
Institution: Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (TouroCOM)
Title of project: Evaluation of Impact of Environmental and Socioeconomic Factors on Overdose Rates Among Homeless Populations in Downtown Manhattan

Second place ($250)

Poster *B-17
PI name: Samantha Caico, OMS III
Institution: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSUCOM)
Title of project: Drugs of Abuse Increase SGK1 Expression in the VTA

Poster *H-10
PI name: Diana Lois, OMS II
Institution: William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine (WCUCOM)
Title of project: Supporting Early Osteopathic Treatment Through Automated Grading of Knee Osteoarthritis

Poster *B-43
PI name: Sarah Swanick, OMS III
Institution: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNECOM)
Title of project: Developing a Model of Pelvic Ligaments

Poster *B-4
PI name: Allison Elizabeth Lunney, OMS I
Institution: Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine (DUQCOM)
Title of project: The Effect of MEHP on Macrophage Cells and their Direct and Indirect Effect on Leydig Cell Steroidogenesis

Poster *B-13
PI name: Allison Elizabeth Lunney, OMS I
Institution: Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine (DUQCOM)
Title of project: The Synergistic Effect of MEHP and Nanoplastics on RAW 264.7 Macrophage Cells

Poster *H-2
PI name: Timothy Ross Thompson, OMS II
Institution: Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine (ACOM)
Title of project: Osteopathic Medical Education and Treatment: Changes in Perspective through the Lens of Standardized Patients

Poster *C-19
PI name: Akila Nallabelli, OMS IV
Institution: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSUCOM)
Title of project: Mapping Patient Perspectives: A Collaborative Modeling Approach to Understanding Chronic Low Back Pain

International research poster winners

First place ($500)

Poster *INT-8
PI Name: Tanaya Nandedkar, OMS III
Institution: William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine (WCUCOM)
Title of project: Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) for Injury Prevention in Collegiate Baseball Pitchers: Findings and Revised Protocol from a Feasibility Study on Shoulder and Hip Interventions

Second place ($250)

Poster *INT-7
PI name: Maya Kaur, OMS III
Institution: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM)
Title of project: Assessing Menstrual Health Education and Awareness Among Women in Iquitos, Peru: A Survey-Based Study