Omar Sinanan Named Chief of Campus Operations at PCOM
September 3, 2024
Omar Sinanan, CEFP, FMP, has been appointed Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine's
Chief of Campus Operations, a new position that oversees day-to-day operations of
the Philadelphia campus, including facilities management and leadership of operational teams such as public safety.
Sinanan joins PCOM's Executive Leadership Team from Temple University and Temple Health. During his eight years at Temple, he advanced
to positions of increasing responsibility, including leading operations for Campus
Recreation and Housekeeping and, most recently, serving as operations manager for
Temple's Health Sciences Campus.
“Omar impresses me with his strong work ethic, collaborative spirit, and drive to
succeed—qualities that deeply resonate with our mission and values at PCOM,” said Dallas A. Grundy, Vice President of Finance and Administration. “His leadership will play a key role
in fostering a supportive and efficient campus experience, ensuring that our operational
activities and facilities serve as a foundation for academic and healthcare excellence.”
Sinanan's previous roles include serving as lead facilities and operations supervisor
in Athletics and Recreation at the University of Pennsylvania and operations manager
at an LA Fitness. He holds a bachelor's degree from Penn State, a master's degree
from Liberty University, and is pursuing a doctorate at Temple.
“It is such an honor to be able to join PCOM and serve as the new Chief of Campus
Operations,” Sinanan said. “PCOM has an outstanding commitment to excellence, diversity,
and transforming health professions education. I am excited for the opportunity to
provide PCOM's students, faculty, and staff with the best services and campus environment
that will exceed expectations and provide an enriching experience.”
About Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
For the past 125 years, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) has trained
thousands of highly competent, caring physicians, health practitioners and behavioral
scientists who practice a “whole person” approach to care—treating people, not just
symptoms. PCOM, a private, not-for-profit accredited institution of higher education,
operates three campuses (PCOM, PCOM Georgia and PCOM South Georgia) and offers doctoral degrees in clinical psychology, educational psychology, osteopathic
medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, and school psychology. The college also offers
graduate degrees in applied behavior analysis, applied positive psychology, biomedical
sciences, forensic medicine, medical laboratory science, mental health counseling,
physician assistant studies, and school psychology. PCOM students learn the importance
of health promotion, research, education and service to the community. Through its
community-based Healthcare Centers, PCOM provides care to medically underserved populations.
For more information, visit pcom.edu or call 215-871-6100.