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Treating opioid addiction shouldn’t leave physicians, patients feeling criminal

In this piece, a student reflects on how an office-based opioid agonist treatment is a viable modality for primary care physicians to consider.

The DO

02.16.18

The DO

The hero behind the HiRO teaches students to dream big

Transitioning from one area of medicine to another, or away from practicing altogether, isn’t always easy. But with proper planning and an ability to self-assess, it is possible if that’s your goal. Just ask Italo Subbarao, DO.

The DO

02.13.18

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4 tips to help deal with pressures of patient satisfaction surveys

Alexander Torres, DO, can’t recall a shift as a resident or an attending physician where he didn’t have a patient upset with him, even if the complaint was something completely unrelated to medicine, such as not getting a blanket fast enough.

The DO

02.13.18

The DO

The road to PyeongChang took years of hard work—for Olympic physicians too

The Winter Olympics officially began with the Opening Ceremonies in PyeongChang on Friday. The anticipated bitter cold weather will test the mettle of the Olympians, but the 243 athletes on Team USA will have support from a crew of medical volunteers who have undergone a rigorous selection process.

The DO

02.09.18

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Who got the big bump? Top 10 cities for doctor pay raises

Some cities have greater demand for physicians, but that doesn’t mean that they are the best cities for doctors seeking a pay raise, according to a Medical Economics article on the 2017 labor market.

The DO

02.07.18

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5 tips for landing your first job after residency: Start early and know your worth

After graduating medical school and hustling through residency, the anticipation to start working your dream job is building. While this day may seem far off, it’s never too early to plan your career strategy.

The DO

02.06.18

The DO

How I practice: Rheumatologist finds a calling and a highly rewarding specialty

Christopher Parker, DO, might practice taekwondo techniques in his free time, but by day his focus is working as chief of rheumatology at Austin Diagnostic Clinic in Austin, Texas.

The DO

02.06.18

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Kathleen Sebelius, former HHS Secretary, discusses health care policy and the importance of access and prevention

Former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius and author and political commentator Avik Roy engaged in discussion about the future of health care delivery in the U.S. and the important role osteopathic physicians play in tackling these challenges at the LEAD (Leadership, Education, Advocacy & Development) conference Jan. 25-26 in Austin, Texas. 

The DO

02.06.18

The DO

Medscape’s physician and happiness lifestyle report finds satisfaction is so much more than a large salary or a luxury car

It’s that time of year again. Time to find out what makes you tick. And what ticks you off.  In Medscape’s 2018 Physician Lifestyle & Happiness Report,  more than 15,000 physicians across 29 specialties were surveyed about their lifestyle choices, from their spiritual beliefs to their happiness outside of work. The study was designed to … Read More

The DO

02.06.18