Nov. 10, 2021Wednesday aoa leadershipmilitary medicine Military medicine What AOA President Joseph Giaimo, DO, learned in the military A Navy veteran, Dr. Giaimo reflects on the knowledge he gained during his service as the profession observes Veterans Day.
Aug. 23, 2017Wednesday military medicineosteopathic manipulative treatment Field OMT Military medicine: Keeping pilots in flying form OMT has helped countless members of our military swiftly return to duty without medication or extensive recuperation time.
May 17, 2017Wednesday military medicineresidency training In the Navy The Navy paid for this doctor’s medical education. Here’s how he fared Jesse Shaw, DO, explains the ins and outs of completing a military commitment after med school, and how he navigated residency placement.
Feb. 17, 2017Friday How I Practicemilitary medicineosteopathic manipulative treatmentpain management OMT for Pilots OMT: The military pilot’s drug-free treatment option Learn how OMT is putting pilots who would otherwise be unable to fly back to work.
Dec. 29, 2015Tuesday military medicineosteopathic medical schoolsurgery Not a drill Hyper-realistic training immerses RVUCOM students in surgery scenarios Alongside physicians and real-life first responders, students perform simulated surgeries on actors wearing special effects-inspired cut suits.
Dec. 16, 2015Wednesday military medicineveterans Patient care Caring for veterans: 3 DOs who’ve served share expertise Whole-person care is essential to meeting this population’s unique health needs, osteopathic physicians say.
Sept. 1, 2015Tuesday aerospace medicinemilitary medicine Up in the air Double threat: U.S. Navy flight surgeon trained as fighter pilot Capt. Kris Belland, DO, MPH, recently became the first osteopathic physician to lead the Aerospace Medical Association.
June 26, 2015Friday military medicine For your information Becoming a military physician: The basics Considering joining the Armed Forces to pay for medical school or lighten your debt load? Here are answers to some common questions.
June 25, 2015Thursday military medicine Serving your country Uncle Sam wants to pay for your medical school. Should you let him? Joining the armed forces is one way to slash, or even eliminate, your medical education debt. But it’s a serious, life-changing commitment.
Nov. 11, 2013Monday military medicineveterans Military medicine Hero Next Door: Veteran shares her story of PTSD and recovery A former Navy flight surgeon seeks to help others by speaking about her PTSD and her healing process.