Oct. 31, 2024Thursday Match A perfect match Residency interview tips from faculty and newly matched DOs Residency interviews require more than just strong qualifications. Recently matched DOs offer their best interview tips, which cover building connections, staying authentic and embracing the unexpected. Meet Your Match By Tristan Hazebrook, DO
Oct. 31, 2024Thursday mental healthptsdThe DO book club Recovering from PTSD The DO Book Club, Nov. 2024: ‘Night Watch’ Tim Barreiro, DO, reviews this engrossing and thought-provoking historical read about ConaLee and her mother as they become institutionalized in an asylum shortly after the Civil War. The DO Book Club By Tim Barreiro, DO
Oct. 31, 2024Thursday Weight of the world What I learned about being a patient after finding my own cancer in ultrasound class In my experience, the responsibility of being a medical student pales in comparison to the profound burden that comes with being a patient with thyroid cancer. Art of Medicine By Sally Rohan, OMS III
Oct. 31, 2024Thursday community outreach It takes a village The lost third space: Rediscovering community and connection in modern society As third spaces—our essential hubs of community—shrink in number across the country, the losses negatively impact patient well-being and public health. After Hours By Arpit Kaur Danewaila, OMS III
Oct. 31, 2024Thursday patient careprimary carespecialties Specialty deep dive The joys of primary care Chayston Brown, OMS II, talked with two DOs in primary care about the benefits of the primary care specialties. They discussed longitudinal relationships with patients, the chance to provide preventive care and more. OMS Life By Chayston Brown, OMS II
Nov. 4, 2024Monday 150 years of DOsveterans Lifelong camaraderie A brotherhood of veterans: Read about the enduring bond between A.T. Still, MD, DO, and his Civil War colonel A.T. Still, MD, DO, and Col. Sandy Lowe survived the hardships of the Civil War together. Their lasting friendship exemplifies the resilience and shared commitment to service that later influenced the founding values of osteopathic medicine.
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.
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. 11, 2024Monday addiction medicineOMED24 Finding hope Addiction in ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and the real world: Insights for physicians At OMED24, two experts explored how J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Lord of the Rings” mirrors real-life battles with addiction, while offering insights into empathy, recovery and the healing power of narrative medicine.
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. 13, 2024Wednesday gift guideholiday gift guide Treats for DOs Top holiday gifts for physicians and med students in 2024 Jeanne Sandella, DO, put together her top gift ideas for DOs, with suggestions for every kind of DO in your life, including foodies, travelers and gamers.
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. 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. 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. 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.