Dr. Sumathi Velavan of Marian University’s Tom and Julie Wood College of Osteopathic Medicine has been renewed as a Fellow of the National Academy of Osteopathic Medical Educators, a national recognition of sustained excellence in teaching, learner assessment, and educational leadership.
The American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine announced the latest NAOME Fellows during its annual conference. Dr. Velavan was recognized in the Teaching and Evaluation category, continuing her fellowship for a second five-year term following her initial induction in 2021.
NAOME is a service-focused academy of distinguished educators who help advance osteopathic medical education through mentorship, scholarship, collaboration, and the development of best practices across colleges of osteopathic medicine.
Dr. Velavan’s renewed fellowship reflects her continued commitment to high-quality instruction, evidence-based assessment strategies, and meaningful support for student learning and success.
Through national engagement and academic leadership, NAOME Fellows help strengthen the preparation of future osteopathic physicians and advance standards of excellence across the profession.