All 10 Canadian provinces now recognize the qualifications of American osteopathic medical school graduates as equal to that of U.S.-trained MDs. This will open up more residency training opportunities in the country, according to the Canadian Osteopathic Association.
The AOA House of Delegates voted down a proposed policy statement on physician-assisted death after hearing the argument that it went against the osteopathic oath and state laws.
Researchers found the secret to getting college students to drink responsibly is convincing them it will quickly improve their health, relationships and grades, a new study in The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association found. However, sustaining responsible drinking behavior takes a comprehensive set of supports.
Board certification will be uncoupled from membership after final approval of the settlement. Also, the four original plaintiffs will receive $15,000 each, payable from legal fees.
CHICAGO—July 27, 2018–The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) has agreed to settle a lawsuit brought by four of its members and, after final approval of the settlement, will no longer require that its board-certified physicians maintain membership in the association. The plaintiffs’ attorneys, Philadelphia-based Duane Morris, LLP, will receive fees and costs in an amount not … Read More
An expert medical witness is necessary in many medical malpractice cases. Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in becoming one.
Theater students help med students and their preceptors practice handling inappropriate comments from patients. The workshops are part of the Rural and Urban Scholars Pathways program at the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Medscape’s annual report reveals which specialties get paid the most and least, and how residents feel about their earnings.
CHICAGO—July 23, 2018—William S. Mayo, DO, an ophthalmologist from Oxford, Mississippi, was installed Saturday as president of the American Osteopathic Association. Dr. Mayo assumed the presidency before an estimated 500 osteopathic physicians (DOs) at the American Osteopathic Association’s annual business meeting in Chicago. The organization represents the professional interests of the nation’s more than 137,000 … Read More