April 2, 2023Sunday research Eye on research Research explores advancement of DEI in med schools, older adults’ addiction to highly processed foods and more We have scoured through the latest medical research and studies to find the latest information that DOs will find relevant. Research By Mauricio W. Jones, DO
March 1, 2023Wednesday researchspecialty Working toward the Match How important is research to match into your specialty? The NRMP data shows that students who have published articles in peer-reviewed journals have a higher chance of matching into a surgical residency program. OMS Life By Kevin Seely, OMS III
Oct. 1, 2022Saturday research The latest New research covers social media and depression symptoms, pre-term children and school, monkeypox Two original studies, a commentary piece and a CDC bulletin share vital information relevant to many DOs practicing medicine. Research By Mauricio W. Jones, DO
Oct. 1, 2022Saturday discriminationresearch Diversity in medicine LHS+ medical students continue to face discrimination, according to LMSA findings A high proportion of LHS+ medical students heard from upperclass colleagues who faced discrimination when applying to residency, according to the Latino Medical Student Association.
April 18, 2022Monday NOM Weekosteopathic medical educationresearch Celebrating NOM Week 5 stories and artifacts that tell us about the history of osteopathic medicine To help DOs and medical students celebrate National Osteopathic Medicine (NOM) Week, The DO examined historical artifacts from the osteopathic medical profession that show how far we’ve come.
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 DO & student voicesresearch Medical Research How to conduct research as a medical student This article will address how to conduct research as a medical student, including details on different types of research, how to go about constructing an idea and other practical advice. OMS Life By Kevin Seely, OMS III
Feb. 1, 2022Tuesday medical schoolresearchresidency Medical Education Report provides a roadmap on improving the transition from medical school to residency The Coalition for Physician Accountability shared 34 recommendations in the areas of applicant advising, DEI, away rotations, application review and selection processes, and wellness.
Jan. 4, 2022Tuesday medical schoolresearch Medical Education Med school applications fall from last year’s highs back to pre-pandemic levels While ‘The Fauci Effect’ brought more applications for the 2021 school year than usual, the growth in applications has returned to average levels for the 2022 school year.
Oct. 7, 2020Wednesday chronic painJAOAmeditationresearchyoga Non-pharmaceutical options Yoga and meditation can reduce chronic pain, research finds Participants in an eight-week mindfulness-based stress reduction course reported significant improvement in levels of pain, depression and disability.