Med school rankings
March 13, 2019The DO schools on U.S. News’ best med schools list
U.S. News & World Report released its annual report of the best med schools for primary care. Learn which osteopathic medical schools made the list.
Training
Leading the way
March 13, 2019Eight DO schools rank in top 10 for producing the most primary care residents
For the second year in a row, LMU-DCOM tops U.S. News’ list of schools with the most graduates going to primary care residencies.
GME accreditation
March 12, 2019Single GME update: Over 1,600 new positions added to formerly AOA-only programs
More training positions are now available to DOs while nearly 40% of all ACGME programs now have at least one DO in training.
Opinion
March 12, 2019White coat skepticism: How I overcame it
White coat hypertension exists, and I never wanted to wear a garment that created a barrier between my patients and me.
Speaking out
March 6, 2019DO’s memoir of her traumatic residency experience adapted into stage play
Frances Southwick, DO, who suffered from depression during intern year, writes about an unrelenting workload and unrealistic expectations in ‘Prognosis Poor’.
Medical education
Feb. 27, 2019The 5 most competitive subspecialties in the NRMP’s 2018-2019 fellowship matches
NRMP shares which fellowships are most desired by today’s trainees.
Life in residency
Feb. 27, 2019First year of residency: 5 things to expect as an intern
Residency can feel overwhelming. Understanding the typical challenges of intern year can make it more manageable.
Graduate medical education
Feb. 19, 2019I didn’t Match. Here’s how I survived and created my best life yet.
Not matching may seem like the end, but for me it was a new beginning. I went on to become a chief resident and a medical director.