Allopathic Medicine Student Handbook 2025-2026

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine (NSU MD) 2025–2026 103 matters is provided to medical students during orientation. Most activities in the OSA function in an “open-door” manner so students may visit the office for help and support from the faculty and staff members without making appointments. However, because the OSA is committed to medical student support and exercises confidentiality, it is strongly recommended that students make appointments in advance to ensure the availability of the specific professional and time to discuss the issue to the student’s satisfaction. Professional Staff Donald Pritchett, J.D., assistant dean of Admissions and Student Affairs Room 1582, Terry Building, (954) 262-1535 • dpritchett@nova.edu Responsible for overall direction of the OSA and student support including recruiting, admissions, orientations, personal counseling, financial counseling, academic counseling, and academic/ professionalism policies and procedures. Provides oversight of medical student organizations and interest groups. Responsible for general oversight of the Faculty Adviser program. Robin St. George, Ed.D., director of Student Affairs Room 162A, Assembly Building II, (954) 262-2054 • robidoug@nova.edu Responsible for day-to-day operations of the OSA and student support including recruiting, admissions, orientations, personal counseling, financial counseling, academic counseling, and academic/ professionalism policies and procedures. Provides oversight of medical student organizations and interest groups. Responsible for general oversight of the Faculty Adviser program. Annessa Kalloo, J.D., director of Admissions and Student Services Room 1580, Terry Building, (954) 262-0522 • ak412@nova.edu Responsible for day-to-day operations of the OSA and student support including recruiting, admissions, orientations, registration, student academic records, financial counseling (including debt management), academic/professionalism, adhering to college policies, and compliance with state and federal regulations. Responsible for general oversight of operational policies and procedures and reports on data related to academic progress and career success. Medical and M.B.S. Student Well-Being The university provides services to help students succeed academically and professionally. All students are encouraged to take care of themselves physically, emotionally, mentally, socially, and spiritually. Physical wellness is achieved by eating properly, exercising regularly, not smoking, avoiding excessive alcohol use, the use of recreational substances, and adopting healthy sleep habits. • Visit the campus RecPlex to exercise with free weights, machines, or aerobics classes. • Visit the NSU Student Medical Center (SMC) for minor illnesses, injuries, and regular preventive care (physical exams, screening tests, and immunizations). • Visit the Office of Recreation and Wellness for a variety of health educational programs, personal consultations, computerized fitness testing, massage, and acupuncture, as well as workshops on wellness topics important for all young adults.

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