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Medicine

A Message From the Program Director 

Welcome, alumni of the Forensic Medicine program! As Chair and Program Director, it’s an honor to see  our Forensic Medicine alumni play a vital role in tackling complex puzzles and serving as the victim’s advocate across diverse scenarios. Through all avenues, our alumni continue to help shape the program by sharing their stories, whether in the field or about where their degree has taken them professionally. Your continued engagement helps ensure that the PCOM legacy of excellence, service, and leadership remains strong for generations of students to come.

– Gregory McDonald, DO ’89, Chair and Program Director, Forensic Medicine

Alumni Spotlights

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Danakelly Hampton, MS/FM ’10: Type 1 Diabetes, Advocacy, and the Lens of Forensic Medicine

When Danakelly Hampton, MS/FM ’10, walks into a room, she often brings something with her that most others don’t—an occasional beeping sound. Hampton, a forensic investigator and author who lives with Type 1 diabetes, wears a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) and an insulin pod. These devices help her m

PCOM Alumni Job Board

Check out recent Forensic Medicine jobs posted to the alumni job board!

Featured Fund

Forensic Medicine Department Fund

The Forensic Medicine Department Fund at PCOM supports educational programming, research initiatives, and hands-on learning experiences that deepen students’ understanding of the intersection between medicine and the legal system. Gifts to this fund enhance academic resources and experiential opportunities that prepare future healthcare professionals to navigate complex medico-legal cases with confidence and integrity.

Dr. Gregory McDonald and students assessing a mock crime scene

Upcoming Events

Your connection to PCOM does not end when you graduate – it only deepens. Reconnect with fellow alumni by checking out upcoming events!

PCOM Down the Shore

Kick off your summer with PCOM on the Jersey Shore!

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Save the Date: PCOM Alumni at the Phillies

Grab your Phillies gear and join us for PCOM Alumni Night at Citizens Bank Park as the Phillies take on the St. Louis Cardinals!

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