The day I learned about the secret DO handshake Ian Storch, DO, recalls an illuminating conversation that helped him understand what it truly means to be a DO. Ian Storch, DO
After Hours Sydney LeFay, DO The gifts of beekeeping: How taking care of bees helped me overcome physician burnout Perhaps the most important lesson the bees have taught me so far is this: If you approach a beehive with anxiety, anger or distraction, they will make sure you’re jolted back into the moment. Bees are perceptive that way.
Back Nine Daniel J. Waters, DO, MA The 3 S’s: What you must have in your possession when you retire Daniel J. Waters, DO, MA, shares three keys to retiring contentedly.
The DO Book Club Alexa Matthews The DO Book Club, Dec. 2024: Thought-provoking reads to enter the new year The DO staff and Book Club writers share intriguing, thought-provoking books for your winter time off. From autobiography to fiction, there is something for everyone.
DOs to Know Angel Green, DO How this DO blends functional medicine with osteopathic medicine for whole-person health Second-generation physician Laura Robin, DO, combines her osteopathic background with functional medicine to train clinicians and patients to address the root causes of illness.
Meet Your Match Stephanie Lee, DO, MS How these DOs matched into their top-choice programs Three DOs share the winning formula that helped them match into their No. 1 program this year. They discuss overcoming obstacles, audition rotations, interviews and more.
Profession update Number of DOs is over 150,000 for the first time ever, latest OMP Report reveals There are now over 197,000 DOs and osteopathic medical students, according to the report, which also shares the top 10 states where DOs practice today.
Treats for DOs Top holiday gifts for physicians and med students in 2024 Jeanne Sandella, DO, put together her top gift ideas for DOs, with suggestions for every kind of DO in your life, including foodies, travelers and gamers.
Research news DOs vs. MDs: Do patient outcomes favor a side? A recent JAMA study explored patient outcomes following surgical procedures provided by DO and MD surgeons.
News in brief What DOs should know about the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule The guide outlines several changes that could impact physician practices in 2025, including the Medicare conversion factor reduction.
News DOs receive unwanted robocalls from company urging them to consider an MD degree “There is no need for a DO graduate to get a secondary MD degree,” says Carolyn W. Quist, DO, chair of the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists. “... Most large medical groups are happy to accept DOs into their fold as they know we are trained well.”
Advocacy BEL DO Day Scholarship applications due Dec. 20 The AOIA is looking for scholarship candidates who want to become more involved in medical advocacy and public policy.
Standing out Weighing your options: Should you pursue a research year? Are you wondering how to stand out amongst your peers when applying for a competitive residency? Consider taking a research year.
Working toward the Match How important is research to match into your specialty? The NRMP data shows that students who have published articles in peer-reviewed journals have a higher chance of matching into a surgical residency program.
Creating your own path How this DO matched into an academic research-integrated general surgery residency program Brittany Cuff, DO, shares information about research-integrated general surgery programs and her path to a seven-year residency program at Penn State.
Medical research How to conduct research as a medical student This article will address how to conduct research as a medical student, including details on different types of research, how to go about constructing an idea and other practical advice.