EVENTS

—KIRTLAND, OHIO CHURCH HISTORY TOUR - Learn about and Register for the Collegium Aesculapium church history tour in Kirtland Ohio. Led by Dr. Steven Harper (Early America Historian and leading Joseph Smith scholar0 April 24-27, 2025

You may see more details and register on the Events page.

Other planned events:

Dinner/Devotional Jan. 18, 2025

Dinner/Devotional Apr. 3, 2025

Annual meeting Oct. 2-3, 2025

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NEWS

Yesterday BYU announced that the Dean of the new Medical School will be Dr. Mark J. Ott.  He is a highly respected individual in our community and the medical world, “he has lived a life of service and quiet devotion to the true master healer, Jesus Christ" - BYU President Reese.   We congratulate Mark on this new calling.    He is also a long-time member of Collegium Aesculapium.   We are proud to have one of our close friends and mentors taking on this exciting responsibility.

Here is a link to the announcement and article: https://www.thechurchnews.com/living-faith/2024/10/10/byu-medical-school-first-dean-mark-ott/

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BROADCASTS

-The recording of the 2024 Annual Meeting Scientific meeting from Oct. 4 is now available at Journal/Broadcast page.

-LDS Living Article about Collegium Aesculapium: “Did you know there is an association for Latter-day Saint medical professionals? Here’s how to join”

-2024 Spring Devotional

Elder Kent Richards shares how to balance spiritual and professional life along with experiences of miracles in our lives. Watch a recording of his presentation in the Journals/Broadcast section. (Please join Collegium or contact the office if you do not have access [collegiumaesculapiumfoundation@gmail.com]

-2024 Winter Devotional

Elder William K. Jackson gave an update on missionary health services. (Thursday January 18). Watch a recording of his presentation in the Journals/Broadcast section. (Please join Collegium or contact the office if you do not have access [collegiumaesculapiumfoundation@gmail.com]

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OUR MOTTO AND MISSION

Welcome to Collegium Aesculapium - The association of Latter-day Saint Medical Professionals.

OUR MOTTO: Teachers who heal and healers who teach.

OUR MISSION: As medical professionals we strive to emulate the attributes of the Savior, the Master Healer and Teacher, as we serve, teach and minister to our patients with the goal to help build the Kingdom of God and assist in gathering Israel. 

DESCRIPTION: We are medical professionals who are dedicated disciples of Jesus Christ. 

-As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we sustain the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve and align with revealed doctrines and principles.

-We provide excellent multi-topic medical education in an atmosphere of reverence for all of God’s children.

-We facilitate collaborative opportunities through liaisons with other service organizations. 

-We assist members in preparing to serve full time missions with medical assignments.

-We make and strengthen friendships with fellow professionals through devotionals, educational meetings, travel groups, and other connecting activities.

Collegium Aesculapium Foundation is an Organization for LDS physicians and health professionals (physicians of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints).  An independent organization that is based upon medicine and service, from the local level to the international level. We hope that this new site meets the needs of its members. If members have any comments or suggestions, or requests that would better serve their local chapter, feel free to email us and let us know. Again, welcome to the new look.

***We update our website regularly.  Keep up to date by returning often or by clicking on "Login" above to update your contact information and pay membership dues or "Join" if you are not a member yet.  If you are not ready to become a member, join our email list or Facebook & LinkedIn groups to receive news updates. Visit our Newsletters page to read the latest Collegium News. Also, archived journal articles are uploaded frequently for member reference.

Any comments or questions relative to the organization or the website can be directed to Collegium Aesculapium at 801-802-0449 or mailto: collegiumaesculapiumfoundation@gmail.com.