Osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) has a growing recognition in serving as an effective treatment to promote adaptation and homeostasis of the body by addressing musculoskeletal, neural, vascular, and lymphatic structures to promote self-healing and regulation. OMM can treat the musculoskeletal tension and sympathetic hyperactivity resulting from the increased cortisol response and hypersensitivity found in varying … Read More
Migraines make up a significant number of office visits every year, yet their pathophysiology and etiology remain largely elusive. This case report presents a 33-year-old patient who originally presented to the emergency department (ED) as a stroke alert and was later determined to have migraine with aura. The patient experienced an acute onset of headache, … Read More
In recent weeks, several DOs have reported receiving robocalls from a company that specializes in connecting DOs with overseas medical schools from which they can earn an MD degree. The robocall—and the company—imply that DOs would benefit professionally from doing so, despite the fact that in the U.S., DOs and MDs enjoy virtually all of … Read More
The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and Thalamus have announced that Cortex will be offered to all medical residency and fellowship programs using the Electronic Residency Application Service® (ERAS) beginning in July 2025 for the 2026 ERAS season. This service will be offered for free.
For Laura Robin, DO, osteopathic medicine wasn’t just a career choice; it was a calling. As a second-generation DO, she grew up watching her physician father build lifelong, compassionate connections with patients. Seeing these heartfelt relationships cultivated by her father inspired Dr. Robin to follow in his footsteps.
As 2024 comes to a close, The DO is taking a pause to review the stories our team and contributing writers have worked hard on this past year. These pieces, many of which were written by very talented members of the osteopathic medical community, inspired us, provided us with new perspectives and ideas, and helped … Read More
The AOA is currently accepting applications for the Bureau of Emerging Leaders (BEL) DO Day Scholarship, which provides opportunities for osteopathic residents and fellows to attend DO Day on Capitol Hill, set for March 22-23 (virtual) and March 26-27 (in-person), 2025.
The entire osteopathic profession is joining to celebrate the 150th anniversary of osteopathic medicine. Learn more about the year-long celebration and how to get involved!
As I approach the three beehives comprising my tiny backyard apiary, I pause several yards away to check in with my mental state. I’m about to perform brief, targeted inspections on each of the hives, encountering tens of thousands of bees in the process.