In today’s episode we are joined by Dr. Patricia Matto who is currently serving as the Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs at Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM). She gives advice for pre-med students on the application process, what VCOM has to offer and what they can expect as students, specifically during clinical rotations. She continues on to tell us her journey and inspirations in pursuing osteopathic medicine beginning from her undergraduate studies at Gannon University in Erie, PA to being a part of the inaugural class of Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM). Dr. Matto also explains her decision to work in academic medicine and leaves us with her philosophies on practicing medicine with great advice on how to be successful in a career as an osteopathic physician. We hope you enjoy this episode.