Loss is a major factor in the origin and history of osteopathic medicine: A.T. Still, DO, MD, suffered the passing of four children to infectious disease and his first wife to childbirth complications. Combined with his terrible experiences in the Civil War, these tragedies caused him to question his profession, leading him to want to … Read More
The following list of recently deceased osteopathic physicians includes links to obituaries and online memorials if they’re available. Readers can notify the AOA of their deceased colleagues by sending an email to [email protected]. You may also view a list of past In Memoriam columns.
Silence is a pause, a rest between two notes in a musical piece and a holding space between words spoken aloud. It is a mark that leaves an intensity behind its trail, creating greater emphasis on the words that come before and after. We’ve been told that silence can be uncomfortable. Yet for some, silence … Read More
When I was studying narrative medicine at Columbia University’s Department of Medical Humanities and Ethics, students were asked to tell a story about a significant health encounter. This is what I said: I once accompanied my elderly father to his doctor’s visit. The physician reported that his bad cholesterol was too high, and that he … Read More
In December 2023, Leapfrog released its lists of the country’s top hospitals. Leapfrog looked at general, teaching, children’s and rural hospitals specifically and ultimately chose 132 hospitals for its lists.
A recent survey conducted by the American Osteopathic Association measured a significant increase in the level of satisfaction with AOA membership. Overall, the percentage of surveyed AOA members who reported being very satisfied or satisfied with their membership increased by 32% compared with survey results from 2020.
Ever since I first stepped foot in a gym as a teenager, I’ve seen signs that say “Consult your physician before using this piece of equipment.” They are on practically every apparatus. There are a few reasons for this statement—some related to medicine, some not so much. Nevertheless, having finished my core clinical rotations a … Read More
A former athlete and all-around active individual, I spent my undergraduate years as an athletic trainer. The personal satisfaction of safely returning athletes to competition is what set my career path in motion. Working with sports injuries, especially spine injuries, can be very tough. I wanted to provide athletes with answers and treatment options that … Read More
I woke up to my cat licking my eyelids. I had fallen asleep at the top of the stairs, tangled in my shirt, which was half off and stuck around my neck. The last thing I could remember was hours before, coming home from clinic so exhausted I crawled up the carpeted stairs, pulling my … Read More