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The work of both new and experienced researchers takes center stage
Research posters presented during the OMED26 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].
Approved research abstracts are published in the December 2026 online edition of the Journal of Osteopathic Medicine.
Please contact Gloria Dillard, MPH, at [email protected] or at (312) 202-8006 with any questions.
Poster: *C-27
PI name: Alexander David Ponce, OMS IV
Institution: William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine (WCUCOM)
Title of project: ffect of Fascial Distortion Model Treatment on Pain Intensity for Musculoskeletal Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Poster: *HS-15
PI name: Adli Atkinson, OMS III
Institution: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine-Bradenton (LECOM-Bradenton)
Title of project: Learning Beyond the Lecture Hall: Exploring the Impact of AI-Generated Podcasts on Anatomy Education and Physical Activity in First-Year Osteopathic Medical Students
Poster: *C-43
PI name: Pamela Jeliazkova, OMS IV
Institution: Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine – California (TUCOM)
Title of project: The TOUCH Initiative – Training Osteopathic Understanding, Confidence & Hands-on Skills
Poster: *B-2
PI name: Codi Elliott, OMS IV
Institution: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM)
Title of project: The Role of Novel Live Biotherapeutics in Global Antimicrobial Resistance
Poster: *C-33
PI name: Hetvi Patel, OMS II
Institution: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM)
Title of project: Baseline Sleep Phenotype Influences Sleep Quality Response to Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment in Medical Students
Poster: *C-26
PI name: Ivan Magallanes Marrufo, OMS III, MPH
Institution: University of North Texas Health Science Center/Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNTHSC/TCOM)
Title of project: Xiphoidynia: Investigating Prevalence, Osteopathically Guided Surgical Management and Pain Outcomes Following the Yurvati Procedure
Poster: *PH-9
PI name: Jasmine Jaing, OMS IV
Institution: A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA)
Title of project: Empowering Rural Adolescents to Build Healthy Skin Habits and Self-Advocacy Through a School-Based Intervention
Poster: *C-37
PI name: Kelsey Vineyard, OMS III
Institution: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-Carolinas (VCOM-Carolinas)
Title of project: Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment of the Sphenopalatine Ganglion for Induction of Lacrimation: A Pilot Study
Poster: *C-41
PI name: Laura Kade, OMS IV, MPH, CPH, NREMT
Institution: University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM)
Title of project: Bridging the Gap: A Hands-On Obstetric OMT Workshop Improves Resident Confidence, Knowledge, and Clinical Attitudes
Poster: *C-36
PI name: Meagan Gruber, OMS III
Institution: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-Louisiana (VCOM-Louisiana)
Title of project: Systemic Immune Biomarker Responses Following Osteopathic Lymphatic Pump Technique in Healthy Adults: A Prospective Controlled Pilot Study
Poster: *C-23
PI name: Tulsi Patel, OMS IV
Institution: Marian University Tom and Julie Wood College of Osteopathic Medicine (MU-WCOM)
Title of project: Hands-On Healing: Evaluating Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment for Symptom Management in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology
Poster: *INT-3
PI name: Kalee Hovetter, OMS IV
Institution: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM)
Title of project: Hands-on Healing: Assessing the Impact of an OMT Workshop in Underserved Peru
Poster: *INT-1
PI name: Andrea Weitoschova, OMS IV
Institution: Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine (KCU-COM)
Title of project: A Cross-Cultural Comparison of Attitudes Toward Cesarean and Assisted Vaginal Delivery in Rural Kenya and Guatemala: The Role of Obstetric History, Healthcare Exposure, Familiarity, and Perceived Risk
Poster: *INT-4
PI name: Tanner Maria Robinson, OMS IV
Institution: Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine (KCU-COM)
Title of project: Perceived Importance, Safety, and Acceptability of Peripartum Pain Relief Modalities in Rural Kenya and Guatemala: A Cross-Cultural Analysis