Feb. 1, 2023Wednesday advocacy Capitol Hill New year, new Congress Here’s what DOs and osteopathic medical students need to know about the 118th Congress. Advocacy By Alexis Cates, DO
Jan. 3, 2023Tuesday advocacy Fresh start New Year’s advocacy resolutions This year, I made three New Year’s resolutions centered around advocating for my patients and my profession. Advocacy By Aerial Petty, DO
Oct. 1, 2022Saturday advocacy Making connections Physician advocacy: Tips for communicating with legislators via phone, letters and face-to-face I’m here to share some of the knowledge I’ve gained from my years of advocating for physicians at the state and national levels. Advocacy By Alexis Cates, DO
Sept. 1, 2022Thursday advocacy Opinion Under the gun: The physician response to gun violence in America Like opioids and viral illnesses, gun violence in America has become an epidemic. Advocacy By Aerial Petty, DO
June 1, 2022Wednesday advocacyDO Daytelemedicine Advocacy in action DO Day 2022 participants advocate for loan repayment, telemedicine and stopping Medicare cuts The osteopathic medical family reunited in person and virtually to advocate for patients and physicians. Advocacy By Alexis Cates, DO
March 1, 2022Tuesday advocacymental health Taking action The Lorna Breen Act: Why mental health matters In a time where the risk of suicide is two times higher for physicians than the general population, physician advocacy has helped create concrete change via the Lorna Breen Act. Advocacy By Aerial Petty, DO
March 1, 2022Tuesday advocacyDO & student voicesresearchsocial media Social media Which social media platform is right for you? Learn more about the five most popular platforms for content creators, including tips on growing your following and readership based on each platform’s algorithm. What's Trending By Hala Sabry, DO
Feb. 1, 2022Tuesday advocacyDO Day Advocacy and leadership DO Day 2022 offers virtual and in-person opportunities DO Day 2022 will take place April 23-27 virtually and in Washington, D.C. Registration is now open.
Feb. 1, 2022Tuesday advocacy Taking action How to advocate for the osteopathic medical profession Here’s why I find advocacy so rewarding—and here’s an overview of the tools and programs that have supported me in advocating for my profession and my patients. Advocacy By Alexis Cates, DO
Sept. 30, 2020Wednesday advocacy Advocacy win Utah Medical Association denounces discrimination against osteopathic physicians and students The UMA now stands against discriminatory acts or behavior on the basis of training and will adopt a non-discrimination position statement or policy.