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DOs help defeat bills that seek to cut doctors out of health care

As APRNs and nurse-midwives ramp up their efforts to practice independently, DOs are fighting back. Here’s what they’re doing.

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10.30.18

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Innovation vs. access: Experts debate drug pricing during panel discussion

At OMED 2018, sparks flew over medicine, manufacturers and who’s responsible for making prescription drugs more affordable.

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10.25.18

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Do your homework: What to ask during residency interviews

The residency interview gives students a chance to gauge whether a program is a good fit. Program directors and residents share tips to keep in mind when preparing for residency interviews.

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10.24.18

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Becoming a surgeon: Tips for matching into a general surgery residency

First-year resident Jeffrey Baron, DO, shares his insights on what medical students can do to prepare for the Match process and what he did to land his top spot.

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10.24.18

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Food matters: Weighing the pros and cons of the popular keto diet

This popular ultra-low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet has been used to treat epilepsy and may improve insulin sensitivity, but it has its downsides, too.

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10.22.18

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Innovate to engage: 3 thoughts on creating a better patient experience

OMED 2018 keynote speaker Nicholas J. Webb shares insights on ways osteopathic physicians can get started on elevating the patient experience.

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10.19.18

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Dress to impress: Does it matter if doctors wear white coats?

A BMJ Open study found patients preferred seeing docs in the traditional white coat paired with formal dress. From germs to patient perception, here’s what to keep in mind when you’re considering the traditional physician garb.

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10.17.18

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Rural hospital closures increased dramatically in the past 5 years

Sixty-four rural hospitals closed between 2013-2017, according to a new report form the U.S. Government Accountability Office. Financial pressures have led many rural hospitals to close.

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10.17.18

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Money matters: A finance pro offers insights into the intricacies of federal student loan forgiveness

As a busy physician or trainee, forming a solid financial plan for managing and paying back student loans can be a difficult goal to achieve. Here’s a snapshot of advice from Doctors Without Quarters.

The DO

10.09.18