April 1, 2022Friday telemedicine Access to care CONNECTions for all: Expanding coverage for telemedicine beyond COVID Learn about advocacy opportunities to support a permanent expansion coverage for telehealth services. Advocacy By Alexis Cates, DO
Sept. 15, 2021Wednesday Mental health 5 things to know about physician suicide on National Physician Suicide Awareness Day On Sept. 17, physician groups are asking the profession to help break down stigma, raise awareness, reach out to struggling colleagues and recognize warning signs.
Oct. 2, 2023Monday mental health A welcome change Physicians and mental health: Making medical license applications less punitive to doctors who seek help The licensing process has become more compassionate in many states, but there is more work to be done in this area. Here’s how you can help. Burnout By Vania Manipod, DO
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
Aug. 10, 2022Wednesday osteopathic medicineprideThe DO #DOProud AOA Annual Report 2022 showcases pride campaign and The DO revamp The AOA also promoted osteopathically distinctive practice throughout the health care community and launched the My AOA mobile app.
Jan. 5, 2022Wednesday Year In Review The DO 2021 recap The AOA published nearly 300 news articles and features in its official weekly magazine last year. Here’s a look at 2021 in The DO.
Sept. 8, 2021Wednesday #DOProud Defending the osteopathic profession against misrepresentation, scope encroachment and more The AOA’s new annual report outlines recent advocacy efforts in these areas and also details the organization’s efforts to fight discrimination against osteopathic medical students and residents.
March 17, 2021Wednesday Health care policy DOs advocate for health care worker support, GME funding, Medicare payments on DO Day 2021 DOs, medical students and osteopathic advocates came together to advocate for legislation that supports physicians—and have already netted an advocacy win.
Jan. 8, 2020Wednesday Healthy Habits 5 habits for residents to develop during residency DOs share habits that can help residents succeed in their training during a turbulent time.