LECOM Bradenton Holds First White Coat Ceremony The ceremony emphasized two important principles in the education of this next generation of primary care physicians -- the importance of competent and compassionate care for the patient; and the professionalism that LECOM Bradenton will instill in each of these students. As the LECOM Bradenton deans presented the white coats to each student, they were the first to receive the Class of 2008 into the medical profession. This hands-on experience underscores the bonding process that takes place between teacher and medical student and, later, between medical student and patient. The coat, representing the mantle of scientific proficiency and the responsibility of patient care, is placed on their shoulders by individuals who have faith and confidence in each student’s ability to carry out the distinguished traditions of osteopathic medicine. At the conclusion of this ceremony, the members of the Class of 2008 pledged their commitment to the principles of osteopathic medicine – “the dynamic interaction of mind, body and spirit; the body’s ability to heal itself, the primary role of the musculoskeletal system; and preventive medicine as the key to maintaining health.” They promised before all present to hold fast to these osteopathic principles as they partner with their patients to provide the best health care and to daily live out the example of what an osteopathic physician should be. 
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