Dec. 1, 2022Thursday Addiction medicine advocacy Fighting for what’s right: How a Pennsylvania DO is supporting patients who are battling addiction Working with state and specialty societies, James Latronica, DO, has focused his advocacy efforts on patients with substance use disorders. Advocacy By Alexis Cates, DO
Oct. 1, 2022Saturday advocacy Making connections Physician advocacy: Tips for communicating with legislators via phone, letters and face-to-face I’m here to share some of the knowledge I’ve gained from my years of advocating for physicians at the state and national levels. Advocacy By Alexis Cates, DO
July 1, 2022Friday Making a difference How one medical student is passing more than just tests—he’s passing legislation! Indiana legislation calls for grants for programs for free testing for bone marrow donation registries, public education of bone marrow donation and more. Advocacy By Alexis Cates, DO
June 1, 2022Wednesday advocacyDO Daytelemedicine Advocacy in action DO Day 2022 participants advocate for loan repayment, telemedicine and stopping Medicare cuts The osteopathic medical family reunited in person and virtually to advocate for patients and physicians. Advocacy By Alexis Cates, DO
April 1, 2022Friday telemedicine Access to care CONNECTions for all: Expanding coverage for telemedicine beyond COVID Learn about advocacy opportunities to support a permanent expansion coverage for telehealth services. Advocacy By Alexis Cates, DO
Feb. 1, 2022Tuesday advocacy Taking action How to advocate for the osteopathic medical profession Here’s why I find advocacy so rewarding—and here’s an overview of the tools and programs that have supported me in advocating for my profession and my patients. Advocacy By Alexis Cates, DO