Understanding the health of osteopathic medical students during their training

The Wellness of Students Enrolled in Osteopathic Medical Schools Through Medical School and Residency Training

Sam Houston State University · NCT06552338

This study looks at how the overall health of osteopathic medical students changes during their training to better understand their mental, physical, and metabolic well-being over time.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment650 (estimated)
SexAll
SponsorSam Houston State University (other)
Locations1 site (Conroe, Texas)
Trial IDNCT06552338 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

The Well-COM project investigates the holistic health of medical students throughout their training, focusing on mental, physical, and metabolic well-being. By collecting data from first-year medical students and following them for a minimum of 10 years, the study aims to identify changes in health and wellness over time. This long-term observational approach seeks to fill the gap in knowledge regarding the impact of medical education on student health, ultimately guiding future interventions and support systems.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are first-year medical students enrolled at Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Not a fit: Patients who are not enrolled in the osteopathic medical program at the participating institution will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved health and wellness support for medical students, enhancing their overall resilience during training.

How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on medical student well-being, this long-term observational approach focusing on holistic health is relatively novel and untested.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Medical student enrolled in SHSU college of osteopathic medicine.

Exclusion Criteria:

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Where this trial is running

Conroe, Texas

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Students, Medical

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.