March 1, 2022Tuesday residency Life after Match 5 things you can do to prepare for residency before the first day Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need to memorize every word of Harrison’s before orientation week. Resident Notebook By David O. Shumway, DO
Feb. 26, 2026Thursday gastroenterology Beyond the scope What medical students need to know about pursuing a gastroenterology career Ian Storch, DO, shares his own journey in gastroenterology and provides tips for students who are considering the specialty. The Specialist By Ian Storch, DO
Feb. 26, 2026Thursday The “residency+” years From learner to leader: Navigating the transition from resident to attending Christopher Behringer, DO, shares key factors to consider when preparing to become an attending, including finances, work-life balance and avoiding burnout. Resident Notebook By Christopher Behringer, DO
March 4, 2026Wednesday medical studentsOMS IVresearchtravel Global health Research year: My experience in Nepal via the Fulbright program Shaun Ranade, OMS IV, shares details about his maternal health research and guidance for medical students who are considering a research year. OMS Life By Shaun T. Ranade, OMS IV
Feb. 26, 2026Thursday AOiAdigital healthpatient care Modern tools Digital health literacy: Best practices and resources for osteopathic medical students When used well, digital health tools do not replace hands-on osteopathic practice, but strengthen it, supporting more attentive care.
March 2, 2026Monday DO & student voicesjobs Life lessons Did you work in the service industry before becoming a physician? Working in nonmedical service industry jobs before medical school helps prepare us for the realities of practicing medicine, writes Daniel J. Waters, DO, MA.
March 5, 2026Thursday DO & student voicesfirst generationmentoring DO connections Mentorship, the single greatest solution AOA Trustee Joshua Lenchus, DO, shares his story of how mentorship changed his life. Early on in his journey in medicine, he met osteopathic physicians who saw potential where he saw uncertainty.