Sept. 1, 2023Friday Mental health We are not immune: Recognizing National Physician Suicide Awareness Day Physicians may perceive themselves as alone with their struggles, not knowing that they are relatively common in the profession. Burnout By Sydney LeFay, DO
Sept. 1, 2023Friday medical school Stretching your dollar Unexpected costs in med school: How to anticipate and plan for them With plenty of “extras” to account for, expecting the unexpected will help students balance their budgets while in med school. Money Matters By Tristan Hazebrook, OMS IV
Sept. 1, 2023Friday ERASMatchthe match What you need to know Preparing for ERAS: What’s new for the 2023-2024 residency application cycle Learn more about the primary updates and important changes for the ERAS for this year’s application cycle. Meet Your Match By Miko Rose, DO
Sept. 1, 2023Friday neurology Patient advocacy DO headache medicine specialist uses her unique experiences to raise awareness of headache disorders “Being a person who gets migraines allows me to better relate to my patients,” says neurologist Abigail L. Chua, DO. DOs to Know By Alex Sher, OMS IV
Sept. 1, 2023Friday artificial intelligencepatient careThe DO book club AI and medicine The DO Book Club, September 2023: “The Algorithm Will See You Now” J.L. Lycette, MD, imagines a future in which artificial intelligence (AI) has been so thoroughly integrated into the practice of medicine that an AI algorithm is making life-and-death decisions for patients. The DO Book Club By Joan Naidorf, DO
Sept. 1, 2023Friday social media Mental health Social media usage and depression in adolescents and young adults: Examining the connection Depression rates among juvenile populations are on the rise, with evidence supporting a correlation between this mental health crisis and social media usage. What's Trending By Alex Sher, OMS IV
Sept. 7, 2023Thursday Heavy hitter How I boxed my way through boards After failing her first Level 1 attempt, this med student found a surprising pastime that not only increased her confidence, but also allowed her to knock out her boards. After Hours By Stephanie Lee, OMS IV
Sept. 11, 2023Monday advocacydiversity in medicineeducation Diversity Matters The impact of the Supreme Court’s recent affirmative action decision on diversity in health care A diverse health care workforce that represents the community it serves can better address the health care disparities that community faces. Advocacy By Aerial Petty, DO
Sept. 1, 2023Friday weight loss The semaglutide fad The craze behind weight-loss injectables It is concerning that the hype surrounding these drugs is leading to unhealthy habits among some patients who are taking them.
Sept. 7, 2023Thursday OMP report The osteopathic medical profession Number of DOs and DO students has quadrupled in the past 3 decades, latest OMP Report reveals There are now over 186,000 DOs and osteopathic medical students, according to the report, which also shares the top 10 states where DOs practice today.
Sept. 1, 2023Friday JOM Monumental achievement Journal of Osteopathic Medicine acquires prestigious journal impact factor It is anticipated that the presence of an impact factor will enhance the journal’s standing in the eyes of researchers worldwide, leading to additional and higher-quality submissions.
Sept. 1, 2023Friday In Memoriam A life in medicine In Memoriam: Sept. 1, 2023 View the names of recently deceased osteopathic physicians.
Sept. 1, 2023Friday DIY health event How to partner with a medical organization to create a community event It may take a little bit of planning, but such events can lead to nonclinical subspecialty exposure and be highly beneficial for patients.
Sept. 13, 2023Wednesday Out of office The doctor is out: How much vacation time do physicians need? Developing a work-life balance is an essential part of avoiding physician burnout, but navigating time off and work responsibilities can be challenging.
Sept. 7, 2023Thursday annual report Annual report AOA Annual Report for 2023 showcases innovations in osteopathic board certification, public policy initiatives Partnership with SOMA and new Designation of OMT among this year’s highlights.
Sept. 20, 2023Wednesday MSU shooting Preventing tragedies Shots heard across the nation: Taking steps to avert mass shootings in our schools Associate Professor Miko Rose, DO, recounts being in East Lansing during and after the Michigan State University mass shooting. She also discusses steps we can all take to prevent future violence.