Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM)—Osteopathic Medicine Program 2025–2026 112 b. T he following immunizations and tests are required of all Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program students: Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) • One of the following is required: two vaccinations or positive antibody titers for measles (rubeola), mumps, and rubella (lab reports required). • If a titer is negative or equivocal, the student must receive and provide proof of a booster shot, unless the student has already received two vaccine doses, in which case no further action is necessary. Varicella (Chicken Pox) • One of the following is required: two vaccinations or positive antibody titer (lab report required). • If a titer is negative or equivocal, the student must receive and provide proof of a booster shot, unless the student has already received two vaccine doses, in which case no further action is necessary. Hepatitis B • Both of the following are required: three vaccinations and positive surface antibody titer (lab report required). • If the series is in process, at least one shot must be provided, and the date of the next dose will be set accordingly. • If a titer is negative or equivocal, the student must repeat the series or provide repeat titer report, unless the student has already received two vaccine series, in which case no further action is necessary. Tetanus-Diphtheria (Td) and Pertussis (Tdap) • Tdap is required within the previous 10 years, without regard to interval of previous dose of Td. TB Skin Test (Two-Step) • One of the following is required: negative two-step test—one to three weeks apart—or negative blood test (such as QuantiFERON Gold Blood Test or T-Spot Test) or if positive results, provide a chest X-ray and/or prophylactic treatment information done within the past six months. • The renewal date will be set for one year from date of latest test or two years from latest chest X-ray. • Renewal tests will only require a one-step test or negative blood test (such as a QuantiFERON Gold Blood Test or a T-Spot Test). Influenza (Flu) Vaccine • An annual, seasonal influenza vaccine is strongly recommended for all students, particularly those with patient contact, unless medically contraindicated. • An annual, seasonal influenza vaccine is required by certain clinical sites and M3/M4 rotation sites.
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