Jan. 7, 2026Wednesday News in brief AOA statement on new HHS guidelines decreasing childhood vaccine recommendations Changes could lead to a rise in preventable illnesses and jeopardize public health advancements achieved over generations, the statement notes.
Dec. 19, 2025Friday News in brief AOA statement on proposed HHS intervention in patient-physician relationship & access to gender-affirming care “Decisions about care—particularly for children and adolescents—are best made through careful, collaborative discussions among patients, families and qualified healthcare professionals,” the statement reads.
Dec. 4, 2025Thursday ABIM News AOA files lawsuit to protect fair opportunities for physicians and residents After efforts to eliminate unreasonable barriers, the AOA takes legal action to ensure all qualified physicians can lead and mentor the next generation of doctors.
Nov. 21, 2025Friday News in brief AOA statement on CDC website changes regarding autism and vaccines “The medical community has thoroughly examined this question for more than two decades, and the evidence has been unequivocal: vaccines are not linked to autism,” said AOA President Robert G.G. Piccinini, DO, D.FACN.
Nov. 19, 2025Wednesday fellowshipshealthcare policyleadership News in brief Applications now open for AOA’s new Physician Payment Policy Fellowship Apply for the AOA’s inaugural 18-month Physician Payment Policy Fellowship and deepen your expertise in healthcare payment systems. Applications are due Dec. 19, 2025.
Nov. 18, 2025Tuesday DO Day 2026 Opportunity Bureau of Emerging Leaders DO Day Scholarship now available Osteopathic residents, fellows and new physicians in practice can apply for the scholarship. Applications are due by Dec. 10, 2025.
Nov. 12, 2025Wednesday AOAleadership Opportunity Applications now open for the AOA’s 2026 Leadership Academy The AOA’s Leadership Academy provides an opportunity to gain leadership skills in preparation for future roles within the osteopathic medical profession.
Nov. 11, 2025Tuesday AOAAOA advocacyDO DayDO Day on Capitol Hill Physician advocacy Registration for DO Day 2026 is now open DO Day 2026 will take place virtually on March 21-22 and in-person in Washington, D.C., on March 25-26.
Nov. 4, 2025Tuesday News A summary of the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule The rule makes critical changes to payment that will impact osteopathic physicians across specialties.
Oct. 17, 2025Friday News in brief Funding lapse update, Oct. 15, 2025 CMS offers advice to clinicians as the lapse in federal funding continues.