Burrell College of Health Sciences

Burrell College of Health Sciences Burrell College of Health Sciences is an osteopathic medical school training future physicians. Home to BCSOM and BCSHP.

The Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine is one of the newest medical colleges in the United States and the only one with a mission focused on healthcare in the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. Burrell College is a private and free-standing college located on the campus of New Mexico State University (NMSU). Although the college is not a part of NMSU, it is closely affiliated wit

h the state university and our students enjoy the student life and campus community benefits that come with a major public research university. In a unique public-private partnership, Burrell students have access to all university facilities and services, such as athletics, intramural sports, student clubs and organizations and student health, counseling and learning resources. Students can also utilize NMSU’s housing and meal services, at an additional cost. The college's 80,000 square foot newly constructed building is located at the Arrowhead Research Park on the NMSU campus, adjacent to the football stadium.

Women have shaped medicine for generations, and their contributions continue to move the field forward.During Women in M...
09/01/2026

Women have shaped medicine for generations, and their contributions continue to move the field forward.

During Women in Medicine Month, we recognize the women across Burrell College who are learning, leading, teaching and caring for their communities.

We’re proud to see Burrell College of Health Sciences featured in the The Las Cruces Bulletin!As Burrell continues to gr...
08/25/2026

We’re proud to see Burrell College of Health Sciences featured in the The Las Cruces Bulletin!

As Burrell continues to grow, our mission remains clear: preparing future healthcare professionals and strengthening the communities we serve.

Read “Burrell College Reimagined” to learn more about what’s ahead.

https://www.lascrucesbulletin.com/stories/burrell-college-reimagined,180789

08/24/2026

Learning medicine means learning to see what you can’t always see!

Kynnedy Waldon is getting hands-on with ultrasound techniques and building skills she’ll carry into her future practice.

Learn more: Burrell.edu/explore/

08/21/2026

Losing her mother to cancer gave student physician Amani Watson a personal connection to the role physicians play in a patient’s life. This experience is part of the reason she chose medicine.

Learn more: Burrell.edu/explore/

08/19/2026

Rebecca Furman has seen osteopathic medicine up close from an early age.

Her dad, a DO, gave her a firsthand connection to the profession and helped shape the path she chose for herself.

Learn more: Burrell.edu/explore/

08/17/2026

A knee injury set Andreya Hesser on the path to becoming a doctor.

Now a student physician, she shares how that experience shaped her decision to pursue osteopathic medicine.

Learn more: Burrell.edu/explore/

Our Albuquerque Regional Academic Center recently hosted its Faculty Development Seminar, bringing together the dedicate...
08/16/2026

Our Albuquerque Regional Academic Center recently hosted its Faculty Development Seminar, bringing together the dedicated physicians who help educate and mentor our students throughout their clinical training.

Congratulations to Dr. Randolph Baca, who was honored as Preceptor of the Year! We are grateful to Dr. Baca and all our preceptors for sharing their expertise, experience and passion for medicine with the next generation of physicians.

As we begin a new academic year, Burrell College joins colleagues across the country in celebrating the continued advanc...
08/16/2026

As we begin a new academic year, Burrell College joins colleagues across the country in celebrating the continued advancement of osteopathic medical education and the important work of the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM).

This year, Burrell College President John L. Hummer will serve as Chair of AACOM's Assembly of Presidents, working alongside fellow institutional leaders on issues impacting medical education, physician workforce development, and the health of the communities we serve. The Assembly also plays an important role in supporting AACOM's Board of Deans and helping advance priorities across the osteopathic medical education community.

President Hummer's appointment reflects Burrell College's ongoing commitment to collaboration, innovation, and preparing the next generation of physicians. We wish our students, faculty, staff, and colleagues throughout the osteopathic profession a successful and inspiring academic year ahead.

Our students were proud to join the celebration of Artesia’s new Recreation Center and its commitment to supporting heal...
08/16/2026

Our students were proud to join the celebration of Artesia’s new Recreation Center and its commitment to supporting health and wellness in the community.

A special thank you to the PY Foundation for its continued support of Burrell medical students, and congratulations to Artesia, New Mexico, on this exciting new community resource!

Our Four Corners Regional Academic Center recently brought faculty and preceptors together for a Faculty Development Sem...
08/14/2026

Our Four Corners Regional Academic Center recently brought faculty and preceptors together for a Faculty Development Seminar focused on strengthening medical education and student learning.
Congratulations to Dr. Kristean Thorpe, who was honored as our Preceptor of the Year! We are grateful for all our preceptors who generously share their time, skills and knowledge to help prepare the next generation of physicians.

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3501 Arrowhead Drive
Las Cruces, NM
88001

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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