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CHICAGO—June 21, 2018—A pilot program in Philadelphia community health centers is teaching patients to approach happiness as a learned skill, rather than a fleeting emotion. The goal, according to psychologists and osteopathic physicians, is to boost their mood and overall health. The program, known as “A Happier You”, is rooted in positive psychology, a practice … Read More
Recognition from the UN’s International Labor Organization should help osteopathic physicians gain practice rights throughout the world.
Violence against physicians and other health care workers happens regularly, often under the radar, and has been a continuing concern for the profession.
After graduating medical school and hustling through residency, the anticipation to start working your dream job is building. While this day may seem far off, it’s never too early to plan your career strategy.
Former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius and author and political commentator Avik Roy engaged in discussion about the future of health care delivery in the U.S. and the important role osteopathic physicians play in tackling these challenges at the LEAD (Leadership, Education, Advocacy & Development) conference Jan. 25-26 in Austin, Texas.
It’s that time of year again. Time to find out what makes you tick. And what ticks you off. In Medscape’s 2018 Physician Lifestyle & Happiness Report, more than 15,000 physicians across 29 specialties were surveyed about their lifestyle choices, from their spiritual beliefs to their happiness outside of work. The study was designed to … Read More
The third annual day of recognition on Feb. 3 was founded by emergency medicine physician Hala Sabry, DO, in 2016. It commemorates the birthday of Elizabeth Blackwell, the first American woman to obtain a medical degree. To celebrate the struggles women have overcome in medicine and the journey forward, The DO rounded up 10 of … Read More
CHICAGO—Jan. 23, 2018— The following statement was issued by AOA President Mark A. Baker, DO, in response to the Congressional reauthorization of CHIP funding: "The American Osteopathic Association commends Congress’ decision to reauthorize the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), which provides essential health coverage for approximately 9 million children in low-income families. A six-year reauthorization … Read More
Washington (January 19, 2018)—On behalf of the more than 560,000 physicians and medical students represented by the combined memberships of our organizations, we strongly urge the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to put patients first, and reconsider its support of state waiver requests that would prohibit qualified providers from participating in the Medicaid … Read More