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Our blogs are designed as valuable resources for those navigating the complexities of medical school, providing insights and guidance every step of the way. Whether you’re just starting your journey or preparing for the next stage of your medical career, the OUM blog offers expert advice and supportive content tailored to help you excel academically, clinically, and professionally.
OUM Articles

OUM’s Clinical Rotation in Samoa Provides Unforgettable Training & Memories for Students
Addressing the Global Doctor Shortage by Transforming Medical Education in Australia
Canada’s Physician Shortage: How OUM Could Help Rural Areas
Bridging the Gap: Why the World Needs More Rural Doctors
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live webinars
Our webinars provide a unique opportunity for prospective and current students to gain in-depth knowledge about OUM’s approach to hybrid learning in medical education.
Your Medical School Admissions Questions Answered
Australia: 23 Jan 2026 11AM AESTCanada & US: 22 Jan 2026 8PM EST
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Samoa: 23 Jan 2026 2PM WST
Hear directly from admissions counselors and current students as they break down the admissions process, student life, and OUM's hybrid…
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Balancing Minds and Bodies in Medicine
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OUM news
Stay connected and informed with all the exciting developments that help shape the future of healthcare right here at OUM. Discover the triumphs of Match Day, meet our newest faculty members, and learn about student research publications. We also bring you leadership updates, graduate highlights, and the latest revisions to our clinical training and curriculum.

January’s 2026 Cohort Is OUM’s Largest Since Its Founding
When 57 first-year medical students began their studies in this month's January 2026 intake, they made a mark — they…
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Project Launches in Samoa with Novo Nordisk and Oceania University of Medicine
In a partnership between Novo Nordisk and Asiata Professor Satupaitea Viali, Vice Chancellor and President of Oceania University of Medicine,…
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OUM’s Year in Review: Celebrating 2025 in Numbers & Pictures
As 2025 comes to a close, the Oceania University of Medicine (OUM) celebrates a year filled with milestones, new initiatives,…
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OUM Vice Chancellor & President Dr. Satu Viali Honored with Fellowship in the Pacific Academy of Science
Asiata Professor Dr. Satupaitea Viali, Oceania University of Medicine’s Vice Chancellor and President, joins a dozen colleagues, all leading Pacific…
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Celebrating Research Milestones – OUM Students Closer to Meeting Their Research Requirement
Completing a publishable research project is a core graduation requirement at the Oceania University of Medicine (OUM). Students begin by…
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University-Wide Meetings Keep OUM’s Global Community Connected
These interactive gatherings bring together students, professional staff, faculty, and graduates from around the world to share important updates and…
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Upcoming graduates and their family members can find all the essential information needed to prepare for these momentous regional occasions. Learn up-to date graduation arrangements and get ready to celebrate our remarkable student achievements as they step into the next chapter of their medical journeys.
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