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Over the past decade, the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) and the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) have emphasized the need to enhance diversity within medical education. Despite concerted efforts, the representation of underrepresented populations in medicine (URiM), particularly Black men, remains alarmingly low.
Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine (OSU-COM) has named Sara Coffey, DO, the Anne & Henry Zarrow Endowed Leadership Chair of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. In this new role, Dr. Coffey will lead the psychiatry education strategy at OSU-COM, and she will serve as a key liaison between the university … Read More
The osteopathic tenets may serve as a useful guideline for an interprofessional program. There is an alignment between the osteopathic tenets and the concept of interprofessional education (IPE). IPE occurs when students from two or more professions work with each other to collaborate or improve healthcare outcomes.
With mindfulness becoming a more popular topic of discussion in conversations about wellness and self-care across the U.S., it can be helpful to understand what it is and what it can look like in our daily lives. In many parts of the world, mindfulness is part of the culture and lifestyle, rather than something we … Read More
This month, we sat down with Edward Yob, DO, an AOA board-certified dermatologist, military veteran and, to The DO’s knowledge, the first osteopathic physician to serve as a member of the White House Medical Unit from 1980 to 1985. Dr. Yob served in the U.S. Air Force and was a participant in the Health Professions … Read More
As the osteopathic profession’s premier educational event, OMED is where the brightest minds in osteopathic medicine come together. This year’s conference, taking place Sept. 20-22, will be set against the vibrant backdrop of San Antonio, a city known for its rich history, stunning architecture and lively cultural scene, offering attendees the perfect blend of business and pleasure.
Registration is now open for OMED 2024, the AOA’s premier osteopathic networking and educational event, taking place Sept. 20-22, 2024, in San Antonio.
Ann Wittner, CMP, former AOA associate executive director and director of the department of administration, died in June 2024. Wittner served as director of the department of administration for many years, providing leadership for the profession as she organized and executed the meetings of the AOA House of Delegates and Board of Trustees, as well … Read More
Designed for residents and fellows, the AOA Training in Policy Studies (TIPS) program is a one-year fellowship, generously funded by the American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF), established to give osteopathic physicians the skills they need to analyze, formulate and implement health policy reforms at the local, state and national levels.