College names primary care interim chair

I am pleased to announce that Jennifer Gwilym, DO, FACOFP, FAAFP, CS, has been selected as interim chair for the Department of Primary Care, effective May 15.

Dr. Gwilym is a respected physician and a dedicated preceptor known for providing exceptional training and care throughout Central and Southeast Ohio. She has served as a clinical faculty member at Heritage College since 2007. During this time, she has mentored countless students, fostered impactful relationships with community partners, and demonstrated sound leadership as a clinical assistant dean.

Dr. Gwilym has held numerous leadership positions at the college and beyond. She is the past president of the Heritage College Society of Alumni and Friends, former associate chair of our Department of Primary Care, and past president of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. She currently serves as COCA commissioner for the American Osteopathic Association and assistant professor of family medicine for the Heritage College. Last week, she was also named president of the Ohio Osteopathic Association!

Dr. Gwilym is a proud graduate of Ohio University’s College of Medicine (Class of 2003) and enjoys sharing her passion for osteopathic medicine with others. Her past presentation topics include how to thrive as an osteopathic family physician, with lectures titled Finding Joy in Practice and Professional Organizations & Leadership – Finding Your Voice as a Leader.

Please join me in congratulating Dr. Gwilym on this professional milestone!