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NOM Week 2026: April 13-19
The story of osteopathic medicine is one of remarkable growth and meaningful impact.
Since 1935, the profession has grown by more than 158,000 DOs, reflecting the expanding role of osteopathic care across the nation and the demand for whole-person care.
This National Osteopathic Medicine Week, we’re celebrating the Osteopathic Journey and the difference it makes every day.
AOA President Teresa A. Hubka, DO, FACOOG (Dist.), CS, wishes everyone a Happy NOM Week in celebration of nearly 200,000 osteopathic physicians and medical students who bring a distinctive, whole-person philosophy to health care.
Watch nowAOA President-elect Robert G.G. Piccinini, DO, D.FACN, sends his well wishes to everyone celebrating NOM Week, which honors the distinctive approach DOs bring to caring for the body, mind and spirit.
Watch nowIn 1972, the USPS issued a commemorative stamp honoring osteopathic medicine in celebration of the AOA’s 75th anniversary.
Read moreMore MDs are seeking osteopathic-focused training. Brian Loveless, DO, gives an overview of the available courses and explains why this development is good for patients and DOs.
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