LECOMs

LECOM is an acronym that can refer to several different entities, most commonly the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine is a private medical school with its main campus in Erie, Pennsylvania. It also has additional campuses in Bradenton, Florida, and Greensburg, Pennsylvania. LECOM offers Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) programs, as well as graduate programs in areas such as pharmacy, dental medicine, and biomedical sciences. It is known for its large class sizes and its focus on primary care. The institution is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the American Osteopathic Association.

Beyond the medical college, LECOM can also be a shorthand for "LECOM Online" or "LECOM Distance Learning," referring to online educational programs offered by the institution. In some contexts, LECOM might also be used to refer to a specific building or facility associated with the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. It is important to consider the context in which the acronym is used to determine the precise meaning. However, the most prevalent association for LECOM remains the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.