Leadership Applications now open for positions on AOA bureaus, committees and councils Apply by Thursday, April 30. April 1, 2026WednesdayApril 2026 issue The DO Staff Contact The DO Staff Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Applications for volunteer positions on the AOA’s bureaus, committees and councils (BCC) for the 2026-27 appointment cycle are open through Thursday, April 30, 2026. AOA President-elect Richard R. Thacker, DO, MACOI, will appoint volunteer leaders to serve on important governance bodies that help shape AOA programs and policies. Descriptions for each BCC are available on Osteopathic.org. Application forms are also available on Osteopathic.org. If you have questions, please email [email protected]. More in Profession Meet the AOA’s 130th President, Richard Thacker, DO, MACOI In this Q&A, Dr. Thacker discusses the leadership philosophy behind his incoming presidency, his vision for the future of osteopathic medicine and the advice he hopes will guide the next generation of DOs. Championing the profession: Meet the AOA’s 2026 HOD award winners Get to know this year’s House of Delegates awardees and see how their visionary leadership, dedicated advocacy and groundbreaking innovation are driving the profession forward. Previous articleQ&A: How this combat veteran and lifestyle medicine physician is helping shape digital health Next articleTips for helping deliver babies on your OB-GYN rotation
Meet the AOA’s 130th President, Richard Thacker, DO, MACOI In this Q&A, Dr. Thacker discusses the leadership philosophy behind his incoming presidency, his vision for the future of osteopathic medicine and the advice he hopes will guide the next generation of DOs.
Championing the profession: Meet the AOA’s 2026 HOD award winners Get to know this year’s House of Delegates awardees and see how their visionary leadership, dedicated advocacy and groundbreaking innovation are driving the profession forward.