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The DO

A simple way to improve your patients’ health in a few minutes

Free materials from the CDC’s Tips From Former Smokers campaign led to an increase in smoking cessation conversations at a DO’s health center.

The DO

12.09.19

The DO

5 tips for working with patients struggling to make lifestyle changes

Two DOs discuss what leads to patient “noncompliance” and the approaches that have helped them better assist patients in achieving their health goals.

The DO

12.05.19

AOA

Join us for an exclusive healthcare legislation webinar with Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D., on Dec. 11

Osteopathic Advocacy Network (OAN) members will have exclusive access to a healthcare webinar with Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D., the architect of surprise billing legislation. On Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. EST, join the AOA to discuss the current state of healthcare legislation and how we can work with Congress to ensure the osteopathic voice … Read More

AOA Staff

12.03.19

JOM

Return-to-play after concussion: clinical guidelines for young athletes

An article in the December issue of the JAOA reviews the methods of diagnosing and grading, and return-to-play guidelines for concussions and other brain injuries.

JAOA

12.02.19

The DO

Top 10 holiday gifts for doctors and med students in 2019

Whether you’re shopping for the DOs and medical students in your life or putting your own wish list together, we have you covered.

The DO

11.26.19

The DO

A case for a paradigm shift in rural health care

The decrease in available health care has been detrimental to the health outcomes of people living in rural areas, a DO argues.

The DO

11.21.19

AOA

Third osteopathic certifying board replaces its high-stakes recertification exam

The American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (AOBOG) recently launched a new online exam process for Osteopathic Continuous Certification (OCC) Component 3. This longitudinal assessment format leverages technology to deliver assessment items and questions relevant to OB-GYN scope of practice at prescribed intervals. ‘A great improvement’ “Many of AOBOG’s diplomates are excited about the convenience … Read More

AOA Staff

11.15.19

The DO

5 ways to get more of your modifier 25 claims approved

Insurers are increasingly rejecting claims submitted with modifier 25. Fortunately, physicians can take concrete steps to increase their odds of getting these claims approved.

The DO

11.11.19

The DO

6 ways to reduce doctor burnout at the systemic level

New National Academy of Medicine report urges health care organizations, educators and entities to address clinician burnout.

The DO

11.04.19