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Cleveland Clinic DOs bring precision to treating tendinopathy

Drs. Dominic King and Jason Genin, two sports medicine DOs at Cleveland Clinic, are changing how tendon injuries are diagnosed and treated, making the process more efficient and effective.

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08.01.18

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US DO school graduates to get new opportunities in the 2020 Canadian Match

All 10 Canadian provinces now recognize the qualifications of American osteopathic medical school graduates as equal to that of U.S.-trained MDs. This will open up more residency training opportunities in the country, according to the Canadian Osteopathic Association.

The DO

08.01.18

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Complex issue: New policy statement on physician-assisted suicide defeated

The AOA House of Delegates voted down a proposed policy statement on physician-assisted death after hearing the argument that it went against the osteopathic oath and state laws.

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07.31.18

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Legal update: American Osteopathic Association settles class-action lawsuit

Board certification will be uncoupled from membership after final approval of the settlement. Also, the four original plaintiffs will receive $15,000 each, payable from legal fees.

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07.27.18

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Expert witness 101: A peek at what happens behind the witness stand

An expert medical witness is necessary in many medical malpractice cases. Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in becoming one.

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07.26.18

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Addressing racism in the clinical setting: OU-HCOM workshops help students, preceptors

Theater students help med students and their preceptors practice handling inappropriate comments from patients. The workshops are part of the Rural and Urban Scholars Pathways program at the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine.

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07.25.18

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Dollars and cents: Here’s a look at what residents are getting paid in 2018

Medscape’s annual report reveals which specialties get paid the most and least, and how residents feel about their earnings.

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07.23.18

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Family-focused, dually boarded ophthalmologist is the AOA’s 2018-2019 president

Family is a major priority for incoming AOA President William S. Mayo, DO, who can’t stand going longer than three weeks without seeing his three grandchildren. Dr. Mayo’s goals for his presidency this year reflect the significant role family has played in his life and how he hopes to bring together the diverse DO population … Read More

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07.22.18

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AOA honors leaders and groups for advancing the osteopathic profession

On Saturday, the AOA recognized leaders of the osteopathic medical profession for raising its visibility through brand awareness, research, access to care around the world, and osteopathic medical education.

The DO

07.21.18