Nov. 1, 2023Wednesday culinary medicinelifestyle medicine Food for thought What’s cooking? ‘TheChefDoc’ Colin Zhu, DO, serves up lifestyle and culinary medicine Combining his passions for health and wellness with nutrition, Colin Zhu, DO, uses a unique blend of lifestyle and culinary medicines to optimize his patients’ overall wellbeing. DOs to Know By Alex Sher, OMS IV
July 10, 2018Tuesday nutritionwhole-food plant-based diet Food for thought 5 myths about whole-food plant-based diets debunked Do you think plant-based diets are unsatisfying and short on protein? You’re not alone–and you’re also incorrect, says lifestyle medicine doctor Colin Zhu, DO.
Jan. 2, 2024Tuesday Coffee break These 3 future ‘coffee docs’ love java so much, they created a startup to sell specialized coffee products Frequent visits to local coffeeshops inspired these osteopathic medical students to establish their own coffee business—while also juggling medical school. DOs to Know By Alex Sher, OMS IV
Dec. 1, 2023Friday nutrition Just what the doctor ordered Where nutrition meets osteopathic medicine: New York DO/RD supports area youth and patients Family physician and registered dietician Alexander Ford, DO, RD, discusses his passionate work with 4th Family, a local nonprofit, and the ways he advises patients on nutrition and food. DOs to Know By Angel Green, OMS IV
June 24, 2020Wednesday Body, mind, spirit From a one-minute workout to a daily gratitude practice, DOs share wellness tips During Men’s Health Week, six DOs shared six different ways to cultivate better mental and physical health.
Oct. 22, 2018Monday epilepsy treatmentketogenic diet Food matters The keto diet: 5 fast facts This popular diet has been used to treat epilepsy and may improve insulin sensitivity, but it has its downsides, too.
April 3, 2018Tuesday nutrition education Healthy eating 101 Food as medicine: PCOM students trade white coats for aprons New culinary medicine curriculum is meeting a demand for more nutrition education.
Dec. 20, 2017Wednesday books Hit the books 10 books to inspire you in 2018 If your New Year’s resolution is to read more, The DO has 10 recommendations to dive into.
Oct. 11, 2017Wednesday locum tenens Have stethoscope, will travel Is locum tenens work right for you? More physicians are choosing contract work, and many relish the flexibility it gives them to pursue other passions. Here’s a closer look.