VCOM-Carolinas Campus

In 2011, SWAG��Ƶopened a second campus in collaboration with to address healthcare shortages in upstate South Carolina. The Carolinas Campus is part of Spartanburg's of seven colleges and universities, which offers a variety of social opportunities and benefits for students. SWAG��Ƶis accredited to confer the degree of Doctor of Osteopathic medicine.

The main campus building houses clinical skills labs that are interconnected via video and conferencing technology, a state-of-the-art anatomy lab, and a center for technology and simulated medicine. Students and faculty conduct research in our remodeled research facility that opened in 2016, and the biomedical research center adjacent to campus.

Each year, the College admits 150 medical students per class, for a total student body of 600.

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Spartanburg, South Carolina was selected for the second SWAG��Ƶlocation due to a tremendous need for primary care doctors in the county and in the surrounding areas. Since its founding in 2010 in the heart of the targeted region, VCOM-Carolinas has flooded the western Appalachian region of NC and the upstate region of SC with over 900 physicians. The majority of these graduates pursue primary care residencies, carrying out the Mission to meet the needs of the underserved in rural communities.

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Carolinas Campus

350 Howard Street, Spartanburg, SC 29303 ()

Phone: 864-327-9800
Fax: 864-804-6986

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Through Spartanburg's , SWAG��Ƶstudents have access to local cultural events and entertainment, volunteer opportunities, local career fairs and ongoing learning experiences in partnership with other area colleges
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Campus News

November 30, 2024

Partnership to Enhance Community Health and Medical Education

SWAG��ƵPartners with Samaritan Health Clinic to Provide Expanded Primary Care Services in Pickens County, SC

October 31, 2024

A SWAG��ƵFamily's Role in Rural Hurricane Recovery

When Hurricane Helene ravaged the southeastern United States, media attention and relief efforts largely focused on the devastation in major cities like Asheville, North Carolina. But for the small, rural town of Burnsville, less than an hour away, the damage was just as severe, if not worse.

October 31, 2024

VCOM’s Relief Efforts and the Power of Community

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, our community has been left reeling. The storm's destruction has been far-reaching, with lives tragically lost and thousands of homes and businesses severely damaged. The road to recovery will be long and filled with challenges, as we confront the reality of rebuilding both physical spaces and the spirits of those affected. Amidst the devastation, the SWAG��Ƶfamily is humbled and deeply grateful for the ways we have been able to assist, providing relief in the face of such overwhelming loss.

August 31, 2024

VCOM-Carolinas Supports Clinic with Colorful Run

The VCOM-Carolinas campus was filled with excitement and vibrant colors as 151 participants rallied for the VIVA! Color Run 2024 on Saturday, August 17! Runners, walkers and dancers of all ages and fitness levels from the SWAG��Ƶcommunity, St. Luke’s and beyond joined forces for a morning of fun, fitness and philanthropy. The event successfully brought together not only SWAG��Ƶand St. Luke’s members but also participants from the broader Spartanburg community.

August 31, 2024

VCOM-Carolinas Medical Students Dive into Ocean Rescue Training

Jack Golder has a long-standing passion for emergency and wilderness medicine. In Charleston, where he studied public health at the College of Charleston, Jack served as an advanced emergency medicine technician, putting his skills to work for a 911 system as well as an ocean rescue organization.

July 31, 2024

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