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Colorectal cancer (CRC) has a high mortality rate and a large financial burden. Therefore, it is imperative to screen appropriately for this disease. By evaluating trends in different CRC screening methods and evaluating screening methods based on sex and race, improvements in screening can be made.
In this month’s DOs to Know column, we are excited to introduce Muneeb Shah, DO, widely known as the “DermDoctor” on TikTok or as one half of the Doctorly team on YouTube. He is one of the top dermatology influencers on social media today. Dr. Shah, a board-certified dermatologist specializing in medical, cosmetic and procedural dermatology, … Read More
On April 20, 2023, over 350 osteopathic students and physicians gathered in Washington, DC, for the AOA’s DO Day. These osteopathic students and physicians represented 43 states and met with 197 representatives and 88 senators, for a grand total of 285 Congressional meetings.
Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) has been established as a beneficial and noninvasive treatment option for multiple conditions. With the total number of osteopathic providers tripling and the subsequent increase in osteopathic physician representation, we would expect the clinical use of OMT to increase accordingly.
U.S. News and World Report recently released its 2023-24 lists of the best medical schools in the U.S. The lists of the best medical schools for research and primary care included 16 and 15 DO schools, respectively. Also, the lists of the medical schools producing the most graduates practicing in primary care, rural areas and … Read More
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