Advocacy

On the frontline

Working at federal and state levels to ensure the voices of DOs and their patients are heard

From healthcare reform to graduate medical education funding, the AOA advocates on behalf of the osteopathic medical profession to advance legislative and regulatory improvements and promote access to care.

Federal advocacy

The AOA’s Department of Public Policy lobbies federal agencies to improve patient access to quality healthcare.

State advocacy

Key areas of focus include scope of practice, osteopathic equivalency and rural access to healthcare.

International advocacy

The AOA continues working to increase recognition of DOs and osteopathic medicine throughout the world.

Professional advocacy

The AOA’s legal team engages in ongoing advocacy efforts to protect the rights of DOs and osteopathic medical students.

Private payer advocacy

We’re working to reduce administrative burden for physicians and improve patient outcomes.

DO Day on Capitol Hill

Find out how you can join more than 1,000 DOs and students at the AOA’s premier advocacy event of the year.