The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) is celebrating a historic milestone. LECOM and Jacksonville University broke ground on LECOM at Jacksonville University, the region's first medical school. 

The facility will be situated within Jacksonville University's Medical Mall. The university says the facility represents a major leap forward in healthcare education. 

“LECOM has always been dedicated to advancing medical education, and the opening of our new campus in Jacksonville is a pivotal moment for the region’s healthcare future,” said John M. Ferretti, D.O., President and CEO of LECOM. “This facility will not only train the next generation of physicians but also strengthen the healthcare workforce in Northeast Florida, improving access to quality care and addressing the region’s growing medical needs.”

LECOM is investing approximately $50 million to develop the Jacksonville location. 

LECOM at Jacksonville University is set to welcome its inaugural class to its Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program in 2026.