Nov. 22, 2024Friday News in brief What DOs should know about the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule The guide outlines several changes that could impact physician practices in 2025, including the Medicare conversion factor reduction.
Nov. 22, 2024Friday OMP reportProfession updates Profession update Number of DOs is over 150,000 for the first time ever, latest OMP Report reveals There are now over 197,000 DOs and osteopathic medical students, according to the report, which also shares the top 10 states where DOs practice today.
Nov. 20, 2024Wednesday News in brief AOBS and ABS collaborate on metabolic and bariatric surgery exam Beginning next year, AOBS-certified surgeons will be able to achieve a designation recognizing their dedication to caring for patients with obesity.
Nov. 19, 2024Tuesday AOAleadership Opportunity Applications now open for the AOA’s 2025 Leadership Academy The AOA’s Leadership Academy helps participants gain leadership skills in preparation for future leadership roles within the osteopathic medical profession.
Nov. 18, 2024Monday osteopathic approachpatient care Research news DOs vs. MDs: Do patient outcomes favor a side? A recent JAMA study explored patient outcomes following surgical procedures provided by DO and MD surgeons.
Nov. 12, 2024Tuesday awardsobstetrics-gynecologyProfessional updates News in brief ACOOG and AOBOG win 2025 award for outstanding educational collaboration The award recognizes individuals and/or organizations for working collaboratively with others on an educational endeavor that embodies the spirit of advancing the field of continuing education in the health professions.
Nov. 8, 2024Friday grant funding Funding opportunities AOA’s research grants workshop will guide applicants through funding process The Nov. 14 workshop will cover important topics such as RFA/NOFOs and available funding amounts.
Nov. 6, 2024Wednesday News in brief Osteopathic profession drives wellness initiatives, advocacy wins, physician empowerment Recent advancements in the field of osteopathic medicine foster wellness, advocacy and resilience, including a newsletter and an upcoming webinar on physician empowerment and healing.
Oct. 29, 2024Tuesday grant fundinggrantsresearch AOA research grants Funding available for osteopathically focused research projects Research funding is available to DO, MD, PhD and osteopathic medical student researchers conducting studies that address the tenets of osteopathic medicine and explore the profession’s patient-centered, empathic approach to care.
Oct. 25, 2024Friday Learning opportunities AOIA’s 4-part webinar series on digital health prepares DOs for tech advancements, improving patient care David O. Shumway, DO, and Sameer Sood, DO, will present new digital health technology on Nov. 4 as part one of the free four-part webinar series.