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In 2023, the number of DOs in the U.S. reached nearly 149,000—a 30% increase over the past five years. A.T. Still, DO, MD, started the osteopathic medical profession 150 years ago in 1874. Since then, DOs throughout the nation have impacted countless lives, created 40 accredited colleges of osteopathic medicine to train future DOs and … Read More
Navigating the demands of medical school proves challenging at every juncture, particularly during the third and fourth years. Students are delving into the process of selecting a medical specialty while simultaneously learning the complexities of applying to residency through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) platform. A major component of this intricate journey is the … Read More
Summer is in full swing, and many of us are planning to spend some of this season at the beach. For those looking to kick back and relax with a good book, The DO staff and Book Club writers have pulled together our top suggestions for summer beach reads—ranging from autobiography to fiction, there is … Read More
According to birthstone gemology, July is traditionally represented by a crimson ruby. However, I prefer to associate the month with a golden pearl. Golden pearls represent a variety of different concepts, including prosperity and luck. They also are thought to bring healing, protection and renewal properties to those who possess these rare gemstones.
The following list of recently deceased osteopathic physicians includes links to obituaries and online memorials if they’re available. Readers can notify the AOA of their deceased colleagues by sending an email to [email protected]. You may also view a list of past In Memoriam columns.
Registration and housing for OMED 2024 is now open. OMED is the world’s largest osteopathic medical education conference, and this year, the event takes place Sept. 20-22 in San Antonio. This annual gathering offers valuable continuing education across multiple specialties and networking opportunities to expand attendees’ professional growth.
It’s been 150 years since the inception of osteopathic medicine. Founded by A.T. Still, DO, MD, in June 1874, osteopathic medicine has become a distinctive and significant facet of U.S. health care. This month, we celebrate not only Dr. Still’s pioneering spirit, but also those who followed in his footsteps. We will also be featuring … Read More
Louisiana is the most-stressed state in the nation in 2024, according to a new report by personal finance website WalletHub. WalletHub compared the 50 states across 40 key indicators of stress.
For the 13th year in a row, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) hosted their annual Research Day in May, providing an opportunity for all members of the PCOM community to showcase their research, innovation, scholarship and creativity through posters and presentations. This year’s event took place at the Philadelphia campus on May 1, with … Read More