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Author: Brooke Johnson

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AOA and ACGME statement on joint principles for physician education and training during the COVID-19 pandemic

The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) and the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) are working together to address the concerns of residents and fellows about their Board eligibility during a time of disruption in their education and training. Both organizations acknowledge the tireless dedication of residents and fellows who, at great personal risk, have … Read More

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05.14.20

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Reflections on NOM Week from AOA President Ron Burns, DO

In this special video message to DOs and medical students, AOA President Ron Burns, DO, shares reflections on National Osteopathic Medicine Week (NOM) 2020. This year’s observance of NOM Week took on special meaning as we honored osteopathic physicians serving on the front lines of the COVID-19 response. “I could not be more proud to … Read More

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05.02.20

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NOM Week 2020: We Are Osteopathic Medicine

This year’s observance of National Osteopathic Medicine (NOM) Week took on special significance as we recognized the DOs and osteopathic medical students navigating the front lines of the COVID-19 response. Throughout the week, members of the osteopathic community shared hundreds of photos, videos and stories of their experiences during the pandemic. The video below provides … Read More

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04.30.20

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AOA provides members with discounted pricing for KN95 and 3-ply surgical masks

The AOA has reached an exclusive agreement with Nexvoo to provide AOA members with a special discount on FDA-authorized KN95 and 3-ply surgical masks. Discount codes are available for KN95 masks purchased in quantities of 100 or 1,000 and for 3-ply surgical masks purchased in quantities of 1,000. Mask orders may be purchased separately or … Read More

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04.24.20

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Member benefit: Free or discounted hotel stays for frontline COVID-19 responders

AOA members: Hilton and American Express have partnered to provide up to 1 million hotel nights to COVID-19 responders. Log in to learn more.

AOA Staff

04.18.20

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It’s National Osteopathic Medicine Week! Find out how you can help spread the word

Throughout the week, we’ll be exploring the theme “We Are Osteopathic Medicine” through photos, videos and stories shared by the osteopathic community.

AOA Staff

04.18.20

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Member benefit: Free hotel rooms for COVID-19 frontline physicians

Hilton and American Express have partnered to donate up to 1 million free hotel nights to AOA members serving on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. The program will run through May 31, with bookings available for up to 7 consecutive nights at a time, subject to availability. View answers to frequently asked questions. AOA members … Read More

AOA Staff

04.17.20

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Apply for a position on an AOA Bureau, Council or Committee

AOA President-elect Thomas Ely, DO, announces the application process is open for positions on AOA Bureaus, Councils and Committees (BCCs) for 2020-2021. Learn more about how you can get involved and apply today.

AOA Staff

04.07.20

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Changes to Annual Business Meeting and HOD announced

Due to the current COVID-19 crisis, the AOA Board of Trustees (BOT) Executive Committee convened and voted to change the BOT annual business meeting on July 14-16 to a virtual format. In addition, the AOA House of Delegates meeting has been rescheduled. The HOD meeting will take place two days prior to OMED in Austin, … Read More

AOA Staff

04.06.20