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Mastery can be described in modern psychological terms in stages of awareness and competence, 10,000-hour rule and the ability to creatively redefine a field. For example, take any job, hobby or activity, and ask yourself what specifically would be needed to achieve mastery in the context of the descriptions. My name is Blake Kendrick, OMS … Read More
Two years ago, Teresa A. Hubka, DO, FACOOG (Dist.), FACOG, CS, spoke with the Bureau of Emerging Leaders (BEL) as the incoming president of the American Osteopathic Association and shared a vision she called, “Grow DO.” Now, after serving President and Immediate Past President of the AOA, Dr. Hubka reflected on leadership, stewardship and what … Read More
Andrew Parker, DO, grew up in Winnsboro, Louisiana, a small farming community where he learned the value of hard work, service and taking care of your neighbors. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology from the University of Louisiana at Monroe in 2007 and spent the next twelve years working as a radiologic … Read More
Jackson Sweeney, OMS III, is a student at the Midwestern University/Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (MWU/CCOM) who has recently taken on the role of National Research Director in the Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA). Originally from Fishers, Indiana, he attended Miami University in Ohio and earned his bachelor’s degree in microbiology. With a strong interest … Read More
As you move through transitions this spring, consider the positive impacts of creativity on every stage of your life. Writing poetry, composing music and crafting visual art are fun and inspiring ways to broaden your perspective. Creativity allows one to funnel emotions into something beautiful, expressive and uplifting, and the winter is a time when … Read More
Medical school can be a stressful time. While starting school, everything is new and exciting. However, it literally is like drinking from a firehose. Endless amounts of information that seem impossible to learn. As a medical student, I felt like I needed to forget useless facts like song lyrics to make room for the Krebs … Read More
Dakota White, DO, a recent graduate from the Internal Medicine residency program at Baptist Memorial Hospital—Northern Mississippi, is committed to developing the next generation of physicians. A graduate of William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine (WCUCOM), Dr. White serves in multiple roles including as faculty at Baptist University College of Osteopathic Medicine (BUCOM) in … Read More
Paging Dr. Kalin! This former osteopathic medical student has officially transitioned into the role of a newly minted first year resident. The recent transition of Jacob Kalin, DO, marks a significant milestone, and in this spotlight, we explore how his journey continues to evolve in the world of patient care. Prior to osteopathic medical school, … Read More
One of life’s biggest transitions for those aspiring to become physicians is the leap from pre-medical dreams to the reality of medical school. This month’s student spotlight, Akul Gupta, OMS I, is currently navigating this pivotal shift and learning not only the science of medicine but also what it takes to grow into the role … Read More