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Professor and Department Chair
Name: Wolfgang Gilliar, D.O.
Department: Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
Campus: Old Westbury
Why did you decide to join NYIT?
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine of NYIT has a great tradition of educating excellent osteopathic physicians-that clearly was a big attraction for me to relocate from California. As a specialist in both physical medicine and rehabilitation and osteopathic manual medicine, the invitation to join NYCOM/NYIT seemed to me the perfect opportunity to further develop and maintain this high level. The position of Chair of the Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) was especially attractive since I could use my clinical experience in private practice and teaching at Stanford University.
What do you do at NYIT?
In addition to giving lectures and hands-on practical laboratory sessions, I see patients in the clinic and act as a listener and supporter of our faculty and students. We are engaging in new research activities. I try to keep the department strong and motivated by focusing on open communication, exchange, and successful teamwork.
Why do you like working here?
I enjoy the direct dialog and exchange with students, faculty, and the administration. New ideas are welcome and received as part of moving forward rather than relying on the status quo. As NYCOM of NYIT supports my work with state-of-the art technology, we are in a position to develop new education models for the physician of the future - models of knowing and hands-on doing. Also, NYCOM/NYIT gives me the opportunity to work on a global level with other physician groups from abroad.
What has been your favorite experience at NYIT so far?
There are actually two: Graduation is the real reward for teaching-seeing the excitement of our students and their families. And the positive feedback I just received in response to my newly published medical textbook on Musculoskeletal Manual Medicine-the sharing of joy by my dean and colleagues was palpable
What is your favorite perk/benefit about working at NYIT?
The location. Long Island has great beaches, and I can get to New York City -- or JFK and the rest of the world -- in about half an hour. Living on the East Coast, I'm surrounded by four seasons. And, yes, the benefits package is excellent!