Moving after graduating from medical school is a momentous life event that can bring about both excitement and stress. While this move signifies the beginning of a new chapter in one’s career and personal life, the details of adjusting to a new environment can be overwhelming. However, with careful planning and organization, this transition can … Read More
This month, we are delighted to highlight the remarkable journey of Tyler King, DO, as our DO to Know. Dr. King has recently completed his family medicine residency at Laredo Medical Center, while also serving as a council member for district six in Laredo, Texas. Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, Dr. King’s passion for medicine was … Read More
I am no longer choosing a specialty based on my personality. Instead, I will be working on my personality to mold myself into the future physician I aim to be. This may seem counterintuitive to some. After all, personality is a core part of identity. Personally, I’m an extroverted and spontaneous person; surely these personality … Read More
Imagine how you would feel if you had a chance to move to a different country—on a different continent even—with no family or friends, and without fluently speaking a foreign language, at the age of 18? What if I told you that you had to go through all of that in order to become a … Read More
If you are an osteopathic medical student and you are so nervous about audition rotations you are hardly able to steady your gaze enough to even read these words, let me assure you that I have been right where you are. In fact, just about every reader who is perusing this article besides a terrified … Read More
An important part of a career in health care is keeping abreast of current medical news. With an abundance of medical journals, research and studies, it can be challenging to keep up to date with the latest information. We have combed through the latest findings to share three recent studies that DOs will find relevant … Read More
My most recent two-part conversation on the osteopathic medical profession (Part 1, Part 2) sparked a lot of discussion in The DO’s comments section. I was most taken with the comments regarding DO distinctiveness. It is clear that many physicians out there feel that their practices are distinctive.
AOA Past President Ronald A. Esper, DO, 90, died on May 10, 2023. Following is a remembrance: Dr. Esper graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Pittsburgh before joining the US Army, where he served two years in San Antonio, Texas, and attained the rank of first lieutenant. He went on … Read More
The osteopathic profession continues making strides thanks to the many wonderful DOs and osteopathic medical students who excel in their roles. Following are some recent professional recognitions and accomplishments the profession is currently celebrating.