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Excellence in education

The DO schools on U.S. News’ best medical schools list for 2025

The lists of the best medical schools for research and primary care each include 13 DO schools. Also, the lists of the medical schools producing the most graduates practicing in primary care, rural areas and underserved areas included many osteopathic medical schools.
Retirement

Top 20 cities for physician retirees

Jacksonville, Florida, Martinsville, Virginia, and Bozeman, Montana, top Medscape’s list. These cities have good recreation opportunities, a low cost of living and great health care.
Stamp of approval

A 1.5-inch piece of osteopathic history: Revisiting the 1972 USPS osteopathic medicine stamp

In 1972, the United States Postal Service issued a commemorative stamp honoring osteopathic medicine in celebration of the AOA’s 75th anniversary, recognizing the profession’s growing contributions to American health care.
Technology

Free CME webinar will cover AI use in health care

Presented by the AOIA, the May 12 webinar will feature thought leaders' insights and guidance on the evolving use of AI in medicine.
Access to health care

Leading physician groups oppose infringements on medical care, patient-physician relationship

Groups believe the trusted relationship between a physician and their patient should never be jeopardized by the actions of policymakers.
Opportunities

NAM accepting nominations for health science fellowships until June 3

These fellowships are part-time, two-year opportunities for outstanding early-career candidates interested in working directly with the NAM and the National Academies.

Quotable

"Our medical careers have told the story. Our job now is to weave together what it all meant."

Focus The benefits of pursuing research

DOs and medical students explain how research has helped guide them, and what to look for.