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As I get out of my car at 7 a.m. at the start of my first clinical rotation, I take a moment to look at myself. I smooth out my scrubs, put my nametag on and swing my stethoscope around my neck. I look at the hospital in front of me, my new place of … Read More
Taking a look at the past can help us better appreciate where we came from and how we got to where we are today. In June 2024, DOs and osteopathic medical students are celebrating the 150th anniversary of the osteopathic medical profession. In light of this, we thought it would be a good time to … Read More
To celebrate the osteopathic medical profession’s 150th anniversary in June 2024, The DO recently talked with Jason Haxton, director of the Museum of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, Missouri, who shared details about two intriguing historical items in the museum’s collection. Each was acquired within the past 15 years. The museum currently houses a collection spanning … Read More
The field of osteopathic medicine is currently at a crossroads. As we struggle with the age-old question of “how are we distinct?” the burden falls on us DOs to prove it. As Brian Loveless, DO, recently reminded us in his DO Distinction column, A.T. Still, DO, MD, hoped for us to “let your light so shine … Read More
“Pupils dilated bilaterally; no change with light; no pulses felt in extremities.” Four weeks prior, I had held a newborn baby during my pediatric rotation. Now, here I was at the end of a patient’s life.
This month, the osteopathic medical profession celebrates the 150th anniversary of A.T. Still, DO, MD, first “[flinging] the banner of osteopathy to the breeze” (p. 94) on June 22, 1874. Having worked for the AOA for nearly three years, I felt that now was a great opportunity (if not a bit overdue) for myself to … Read More
Today’s health care landscape is fraught with barriers to meeting patients’ needs. Time constraints in traditional practices can affect the quality of patient care, which, in turn, may increase cost burdens on practices, hospital systems, insurance companies and patients. With the average age of the population increasing, so too are the number of chronic conditions. … Read More
As our world becomes more connected through airplane travel, in-flight medical emergencies are becoming a more common occurrence. For physicians, it is helpful to know the capabilities and equipment of the flight crew and the aircraft in advance of being asked to provide assistance. Knowing the common conditions associated with flying can also prepare a … Read More
For many osteopathic medical students, their first time experiencing DO Day is a whirlwind of emotions. It is an extremely exciting event, but being a first-time participant can also be nerve-wracking. DO Day provides attendees with a rare opportunity to actively engage in advocacy and witness firsthand the impact DOs and osteopathic medical students can have on … Read More