Great debate
Nov. 8, 2018Does it matter if doctors wear white coats?
From germs to patient perception: Here’s what to consider when you’re considering the traditional physician garb.
Spotlights
Downsizing
Oct. 20, 2017Micropractices: Small footprint, big changes for patient care, DOs say
A micropractice is a type of solo practice that aims to run more efficiently by reducing overhead costs in order to increase time with patients.
Balancing Act
Jan. 9, 2017Medical students share tips for burnout prevention
Studies have found that nearly half of all physicians are burned out, and nearly 50% of medical students report symptoms of burnout.
Student Voices
Nov. 7, 2016Medical students seek out the ‘DO difference’
As the five-year transition to a single accreditation system for U.S. graduate medical education reaches a critical juncture, osteopathic medical students across the country are raising their voices about the kind of training they want to pursue.
Back to basics
Oct. 24, 2016How do you maintain your passion for medicine?
What keeps your passion for practicing medicine alive? We asked 8 DOs to share what drives them.
Mass media
Sept. 30, 2016JAOA kidney stone roller coaster study goes viral
A JAOA study on the impact of roller coasters on kidney stones has been covered in roughly 850 news reports, including 140 broadcasted news segments.
Hands of healing
Aug. 1, 2016Teaching the power of touch
Veteran educator Boyd R. Buser, DO, the AOA’s 2016-17 president, discusses his passion for teaching osteopathic manipulative medicine to students.