Stay Dry, Hydrated And Sheltered to Survive Extreme Cold CHICAGO—Feb. 8, 2017—Severe winter weather can pose a deadly threat. Having a plan and some basic gear is key to survival, according to Jedidiah Ballard, DO, an osteopathic emergency physician and former Army Ranger. Dr. Ballard, named the 2016 “Ultimate Men’s Health Guy”, has advice that … Read More
Osteopathic Physicians Find Yoga Addresses Physical, Mental and Emotional Sources of Back Pain CHICAGO—February 8, 2017—Patients with low back pain can benefit from practicing yoga because it can help address many aspects of pain, according to the American Osteopathic Association. About 85 percent of people experience low back pain at some point in their lives. … Read More
Primary Care Specialties Account for 54% of Matches, with Emergency Medicine Leading Specialty Placements CHICAGO—Feb. 6, 2017—More than 2,200 osteopathic medical students and graduates today matched into osteopathic residencies in 25 specialties, according to the American Osteopathic Association. Over 3,000 graduating students and new osteopathic physicians (DOs) participated in this year's AOA match, with 73 … Read More
Osteopathic Emergency Physician Hala Sabry, DO, Led Efforts to Honor Birthday of First Woman Physician Chicago – Feb. 2, 2017 – The American Osteopathic Association congratulates Hala Sabry, DO, and all female physicians on the inaugural celebration of National Women Physicians Day, to be held Friday, February 3, 2017. Dr. Sabry, an osteopathic emergency physician … Read More
WASHINGTON, DC—February 2, 2017-Leaders of five medical organizations representing 500,000 physicians and medical students today urged U.S. senators to maintain affordable and meaningful coverage and access to health care for the millions of Americans who are now covered under current law and benefit from other consumer protections. In meetings with Republican and Democratic senators, the … Read More
The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association Review Highlights Importance of Additional Imaging, Second Opinions for Accurate Diagnosis and Treatment CHICAGO—January 30, 2017—Front-line physicians are advised to err on the side of caution and opt for additional imaging and second opinions when diagnosing six common foot and ankle injuries. A new study by orthopedic surgeons … Read More
AOA President Boyd R. Buser, DO, and CEO Adrienne White-Faines, MPA, FACHE, expressed concern about the executive order in a statement released today. CHICAGO—January 30, 2017—The American Osteopathic Association today released a joint statement from its president, Boyd R. Buser, DO and chief executive officer, Adrienne White-Faines, MPA, FACHE, on the recent executive order on … Read More
The AOA Joins Other Physician Groups in Advocating for Affordable Access to Women's Health Care WASHINGTON, DC—January 23, 2017—The women of America have an enormous amount at stake as Congress debates the future of health insurance coverage. For seven years, current law has guaranteed women no-copay coverage of preventive services and coverage for maternity … Read More
Osteopathic Physicians Cite Evidence on Safety, Effectiveness and Avoided Costs CHICAGO—January 11, 2017—American Osteopathic Association President Boyd R. Buser, DO, today reiterated the physician group’s policy on vaccination. “Osteopathic physicians strongly support the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) vaccination guidelines because vaccines are proven to be safe and to protect patients against needless … Read More