State of the States
April 2, 2019Most and least stressed states in 2019
Common stressors are highest on average in Louisiana and Mississippi and lowest in Minnesota and Utah, a Wallethub analysis finds.
Lifestyle
Raising awareness
March 20, 2019From agony to advocacy: How two DOs survived the loss of their 2-year-old daughter
After learning about Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) in the most tragic way, two doctors are on a mission to educate others about the term.
Making two careers fly
Feb. 27, 2019Telemedicine enables DO to pursue dual careers as doctor and Boeing 747 pilot
Aware of the high burnout rate in emergency medicine, J. Ting, DO, ardently kept up with his outside interests throughout his career, especially aviation.
Opinion
Feb. 20, 2019Beating fatigue with beats: How music motivates me when I’m dragging
Music has been my constant companion in med school. It helps me when I’m not “feeling it” and even reduces my anxiety. Here are the playlists and songs that work for me.
Recognizing black DOs
Feb. 13, 2019Celebrate Black History Month with these 10 osteopathic physicians
Learn how black physicians past and present have made a difference in osteopathic medicine.
#FollowMe
Feb. 5, 2019To post or not to post? That is the question for DOs on social media
Tweeting, posting, liking and sharing are popular methods of engagement. But how much is too much and what crosses the line?
Mind your minerals
Jan. 30, 2019Most Americans take vitamins and supplements without tests indicating deficiencies
For those who insist on supplementation, Mike Varshavski, DO, encourages patients to choose vitamins that carry a seal of approval or certification by a trusted, independent organization.
Nutrition guidance
Jan. 30, 2019Intermittent fasting: Can we fast our way to better health?
Our ancestors practiced intermittent fasting due to food scarcity, but this ancient survival adaptation might also serve as a tool for improving patient health.