Rasheed Agboola, MD, has been teaching medical students for nearly two decades. The associate professor
of pathology recently joined PCOM South Georgia to teach biomedical sciences and osteopathic medical students.
Of that time in education, Dr. Agboola said, “The use of teaching as a tool of imparting knowledge and making a positive impact in student lives fuels my passion for teaching. My favorite thing about teaching is the opportunity to ignite spark in students' learning.”
During his 20 years of teaching, Dr. Agboola has spent much of his time in St. Lucia where he taught pathology to medical students. Over the course of his career, he has also served as the Dean of Student Affairs, Chair of Disaster Management Committee, Chair of Scholarship and Academic Award Committee, Chair of Disciplinary and Grievance Committee, Co-chair Admissions Committee and the Co-chair Promotions Committee.
“I work to break barriers between medical courses and encourage cross-functional application of concepts into the other medical sciences,” he said. “I always strive to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills as I expect my students to become self-directed learners by learning to understand not only the facts presented in the lectures, but also enhance their curiosity in asking questions related to the concepts that are being taught in the class.”
Referring to his transition from St. Lucia to Moultrie, Georgia, he said “I joined PCOM South Georgia to become part of the committed team that helps provide a supportive and nurturing environment for the students. I’m excited to add my skills and experience to further strengthen the high-quality experience that the PCOM South Georgia offers its students.”
Dr. Agboola received his medical degree from the Ahmadu Bello University College of Medicine and completed a medical internship at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital in Nigeria. He said his motivating factors for studying medicine were, “the admiration and respect for medical doctors, and the sense of selflessness attached to the medical profession.”
Jennifer Shaw, PhD, Chair of Biomedical Sciences, said Dr. Agboola brings a wealth of expertise to the PCOM South Georgia team.
“When Dr. Agboola joined us as an associate professor of pathology, he hit the ground running. He delivered lectures on his second day at PCOM South Georgia! And within a month, he began serving on committees and contributing to the overall positivity in our department. We are fortunate to have Dr. Agboola on board to share his expertise with our students and faculty,” said Dr. Jennifer Shaw.
Dr. Agboola also holds a master’s degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Clinical Research Management and completed a Postgraduate Teaching & Research fellowship in Pathology from the St. George's University School of Medicine in Grenada. Additionally, he holds a Master of Science in Stem Cells and Regeneration from the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom.
In 2019, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM), a premier osteopathic medical school with a storied 125-year history, extended its commitment to the Southeast by establishing PCOM South Georgia. An additional teaching location in Moultrie, Georgia, PCOM South Georgia offers both a full, four-year medical program leading to the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree and a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences. PCOM is a private, not-for-profit institution that trains professionals in the health and behavioral sciences fields. Joining PCOM Georgia in Suwanee in helping to meet the healthcare needs of the state, PCOM South Georgia focuses on educating physicians for the region. For more information, visit pcom.edu or call 229-668-3110.
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