Exploring the military match as an Army HPSP student applying to dermatology residencies Quinn Schroeder, OMS III, provides a clear summary of the military match process for osteopathic medical students. Quinn Schroeder, OMS IV
Art of Medicine Maxwell Corrigan, OMS IV The Rogerian way: The person-centered approach that resonates Maxwell Corrigan, OMS IV, explains what Rogerian therapy is, how he used it in his previous profession and how it intersects with osteopathic medicine.
Diversity in Medicine Sukhmani Kaur, OMS III Beyond the lights: Decoding the celebration of Diwali and its role in medicine Sukhmani Kaur, OMS III, shares an overview of Diwali, Bandi Chhor Divas and Mahavira Nirvana, celebrations observed by Indian Americans during this time of year.
The DO Book Club Joan Naidorf, DO The DO Book Club, Nov. 2026: ‘The Mystery in the Room: A Physician’s Journey Treating Patients with Rare Diseases’ Rheumatologist Chuck Radis, DO, is an expert in diagnosing mysterious maladies. In his latest book, he gives us a bird’s-eye view of the diagnostic process.
Meet Your Match Ahmed Nahian, OMS IV Residency application: ERAS makes substantial changes for the 2026-2027 Match season From research to signaling, letters of recommendation and transcripts, we break down all the major changes and share why they were made.
What's Trending Reshma Pinnamaneni, DO The new frontier: Pros and cons of AI in medicine Whether we've fully grasped the gravity of AI integration into medicine, AI is here to stay, writes Reshma Pinnamaneni, DO, who shares her thoughts on its pros and cons.
DOpinion Amelie Oshikoya, MD, MHA How medical educators can help students adapt to the modern healthcare environment We can help future physicians by going beyond clinical education to equip the next generation of DOs with the ability to understand themselves, evaluate their options and make career choices that align with their values.
Lifelong camaraderie A brotherhood of veterans: Read about the enduring bond between A.T. Still, DO, and his Civil War colonel A.T. Still, DO, and Col. Sandy Lowe survived the hardships of the Civil War together. Their lasting friendship exemplifies the resilience and shared commitment to service that later influenced the founding values of osteopathic medicine.
Savvy specialists Halloween: Tricks and treats of the profession For one night each year, we can be anything we want to be. But what about the other 364 days of the year? Five DOs share helpful tips about their specialties that all DOs can benefit from knowing.
Money matters New federal loan caps: Resources for osteopathic medical students who are navigating funding gaps Learn about new loan options, where you can go for guidance, scholarships, grants and financial literacy tools.
Care tools Food as medicine: A new nutrition guide provides physicians with evidence-based resources The AOA's new guide can serve as a starting point for patient conversations, nutrition assessments and care planning.
News in brief Virtual osteopathic CME now available via OMED On-Demand All conference programming is available on demand through Dec. 31, 2026.
A life in medicine In Memoriam: November 2026 View the names of recently deceased osteopathic physicians.
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.