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A generation ago, recognizing a dangerous heart rhythm required being in the right place at the right time. Today, it may begin on someone’s wrist.
Retroflexion is a maneuver used during endoscopy or colonoscopy. I explain to my patients that this maneuver involves the scope being configured into a J- or candy-cane-like shape to allow the physician to look back on areas that might otherwise be missed, such as the rectum or the fundus (the top of the stomach). The … Read More
Here’s a fun fact: A parent can hire a “medical school application advisor” for their child as early as eighth grade. It’s true—both inclusive packages and hourly rates are available.
Lt. Col. Ivan Edwards, DO, has published his first book, “Resonance of the Soul: Flowers and Harmonics,” a collection of poetry that explores love, culture, resilience, healing and shared human experiences. In addition to being a published author, Dr. Edwards is also a board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation physician who serves as a United States … Read More
February is Black History Month in the U.S., so for this column we wanted to spotlight Darnita Anderson Hill, DO. Dr. Hill is a member of a historically important Black family; her father, AOA Past President William G. Anderson, DO, was an activist in the Civil Rights Movement and was also the first Black president of … Read More
Before he was an osteopathic physician, Jonathan Finnoff, DO, was an professional athlete. Sports played a critical role in his upbringing and inspired him to pursue sports medicine. As a DO, he also had his eye on leadership roles, which eventually led him to his current position as chief medical officer (CMO) for the U.S. … Read More
Spring is right around the corner, which means DO Day is almost here. Each year, the AOA brings osteopathic physicians and medical students to Washington, D.C., for an unmatched opportunity to strengthen their advocacy skills and help shape the future of healthcare.
With a career spanning military medicine, academic leadership and professional sports, Fred Brennan, DO, has built his practice on a foundation rooted in the core principles of osteopathic medicine. A board-certified family medicine physician with fellowship training in sports medicine, Dr. Brennan serves as a team physician for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Toronto Blue Jays, caring … Read More
In anticipation of National Women Physicians Day on Feb. 3, I am driven by a need for balance. As a third-year medical student, navigating my academic journey alongside the tumultuous landscape of healthcare today has proven to be a dizzying feat. My search for a steadying perspective led me to Bisi Alli, DO, MS, a … Read More