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MOAACC member named Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine Student of the Year

The Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine Florida (BCOM Florida) named Lillian McBee, a chapter member and former U.S. Navy lieutenant, as the Student Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) of the Year.  The award recognizes exceptional leadership, service, and professionalism among osteopathic medical students.

Lillian is currently enrolled at BCOM Florida’s Melbourne campus through the Navy Health Services Collegiate Program (HSCP), a scholarship program that provides financial support to students pursuing healthcare careers in exchange for future service as commissioned officers in Navy Medicine.  Upon graduation, she will return to active duty as a Navy physician.  BCOM Florida’s Melbourne campus currently has 13 military students preparing for careers as military physicians.

The Student DO of the Year distinction is awarded to a student who demonstrates dedication beyond the expectations of the average osteopathic medical student.  Lillian was nominated by her peers and selected by an awards committee from a class of approximately 95 students.  Lillian was recognized for her leadership, commitment to community service, and high standards of professionalism. 

As BCOM Florida’s Student DO of the Year,  Lillian now advances for consideration as the National Student DO of the Year Award.  The national honor is presented by the Council of Osteopathic Student Government Presidents (COSGP), a council of the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM).

Lillian is a native of Miami.  She holds a bachelor’s degree in human biology from Stanford University.  She earned her commission as a Navy Surface Warfare Officer through the Reserve Officer Training Corps at the University of California, Berkeley.

Photo Caption:  Lillian McBee, Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine Florida (BCOM Florida) Student Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) of the Year. 

Photo Caption:   CAPT Steve Cusick (USN, RET) (L), Chapter President and COL Steve Bond (USA, RET) (R) Florida Council President congratulate Lillian at the Burrell College of Medicine.