Nov. 1, 2023Wednesday retirement Honoring our heroes Retiring from medicine: The pain of losing our mentors and role models It’s sad when our respected mentors pass away. It is also an inevitable part of retirement. However, there are ways in which we can carry on our mentors’ legacy. Back Nine By Daniel J. Waters, DO, MA
Nov. 1, 2023Wednesday MatchRethinking specialtySOAP When life throws a curveball From unmatched to Intern of the Year: My SOAP experience I want to share what I did after I learned I didn’t match, how participating in the Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program (SOAP) went for me and my advice for others who don’t match. Meet Your Match By Kaitlyn Thomas, DO
Nov. 1, 2023Wednesday culinary medicinelifestyle medicine Food for thought What’s cooking? ‘TheChefDoc’ Colin Zhu, DO, serves up lifestyle and culinary medicine Combining his passions for health and wellness with nutrition, Colin Zhu, DO, uses a unique blend of lifestyle and culinary medicines to optimize his patients’ overall wellbeing. DOs to Know By Alex Sher, OMS IV
Nov. 1, 2023Wednesday The DO book club Patient-focused The DO Book Club, November 2023: ‘The Peter Principle,’ ‘How to Improve Doctor-Patient Connection,’ ‘Aging Optimally’ and ‘This to Me’ Doctoring is a tough business, regardless of which specialty you practice. I chose these books because they might make caring for patients easier or at least more understandable. The DO Book Club By Daniel J. Waters, DO, MA
Nov. 1, 2023Wednesday emergency medicine Lending an ear Listening to our patients: The sounds of an emergency department Any emergency department physician can attest to the noisiness of the ED. Joan Naidorf, DO, shares a story of a memorable day when a few poignant sounds cut through the ED buzz to make a lasting impression on her. Art of Medicine By Joan Naidorf, DO
Nov. 1, 2023Wednesday anatomymedical school Medical education Learning anatomy in med school: Is it still necessary to work with cadavers? Let’s explore the pros and cons of using cadaveric anatomy labs versus prosections/virtual anatomy exclusively as the primary mode of instruction for first-year medical students. OMS Life By Kevin Seely, OMS IV
Nov. 14, 2023Tuesday empathyOB-GYNpatient care Personal health My journey to finding the right fit: What I learned when I searched for a physician and found my dream OB-GYN In The DO’s newest column, digital content specialist Katie Arvia shares her experience finding the right OB-GYN: A DO who fully understood her needs. Patient Perspectives By Katie Arvia
Nov. 1, 2023Wednesday DO & student voicesemergency medicineresidency Workforce trends Fewer physicians are pursuing emergency medicine A longtime EM attending physician and a former emergency department leader discuss the potential reasons for the lack of interest in EM and the future outlook for the specialty.
Nov. 30, 2023Thursday Defending DOs AOA responds to ‘The View’ regarding misleading comments “Comments implying that DOs are not medical doctors could not be further from the truth,” reads the AOA response to producers of the show.
Nov. 1, 2023Wednesday In Memoriam A life in medicine In Memoriam: Nov. 1, 2023 View the names of recently deceased osteopathic physicians.
Nov. 28, 2023Tuesday Medicare Physician payment Navigating the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule final rule The AOA has prepared a detailed summary to help physicians prepare for changes that will take effect in 2024.
Nov. 10, 2023Friday Practicing medicine abroad US-trained DOs gain global recognition Medical regulatory boards of 47 countries pass resolution recognizing U.S.-trained DOs as equal to U.S.-trained MDs.
Nov. 28, 2023Tuesday residencyresident salarysalary Crunching the numbers What residents are getting paid in 2023 Annual Medscape report reveals how residents feel about their earnings, what they prioritize when it comes to job satisfaction and how much compensation factors into their specialty choice.
Nov. 7, 2023Tuesday doctor payphysician payment Advocacy in action AOA takes action to prevent physician payment cuts The AOA is focusing on the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act.
Nov. 2, 2023Thursday Medical education To solve the problem of too few clinical rotation sites, leaders in medicine consider business solutions The shortage of preceptors and rotation sites, if not corrected, could create a full-blown crisis in health care.
Nov. 1, 2023Wednesday gift guideholiday gift guide Gift guide 11 great holiday gifts for doctors and med students in 2023 Whether you are shopping for someone else or searching for gift ideas for yourself to share with loved ones (or just treat yourself!), we hope these ideas can serve as inspiration for you.
Nov. 1, 2023Wednesday DO & student voicesnew physicianswork-life balance Work-life balance ‘Physician’ as identity vs. a position in the workforce: What generational differences may teach us all A sense of well-being, connected relationships and time to pursue physical fitness, connection to nature and social justice projects are all primary values for this upcoming generation of future physicians.
Nov. 1, 2023Wednesday OMEDOMED23 OMED23 OMED23 highlights: Get the lowdown on main stage speakers, specialty tracks and Orlando magic The osteopathic medical profession’s premier education and networking event, OMED, has something for everyone. Virtual access is available through December.
Nov. 1, 2023Wednesday awardsOutstanding Affiliate Awards Professional recognition 2 osteopathic organizations win 2023 Outstanding Affiliate Awards The American College of Osteopathic Internists and the Association of Military Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons earned recognition this year.
Nov. 2, 2023Thursday burnoutfighting burnoutOMED 2023 Wellness How to combat burnout in the current health care environment OMED speakers discussed the importance of addressing clinician burnout at the individual and organizational levels.