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The DO

How our attention span works remains a mystery, brain researcher says at OMED21

Today, researchers know surprisingly little about how the brain pays attention to things, said author and developmental molecular biologist John Medina, PhD, during a recent OMED21 keynote speech.

The DO Staff

11.05.21

The DO

Top 10 holiday gifts for doctors and med students in 2021

It’s time to start getting together gifts for the holiday season once again, and this year we’ve hunted down the best picks for doctors and medical students, whether you are shopping for friends and family or putting your own wish list together. The 10 great gift ideas below range from personalized doctor bobbleheads to a … Read More

The DO Staff

11.03.21

JOM

Functional evaluation of the diaphragm with a noninvasive test

Cardiac surgery with median sternotomy causes iatrogenic damage to the function of the diaphragm muscle that is both temporary and permanent. Myocardial infarction itself causes diaphragmatic genetic alterations, which lead the muscle to nonphysiological adaptation. The respiratory muscle area plays several roles in maintaining both physical and mental health, as well as in maximizing recovery … Read More

JOM Staff

11.03.21

The DO

As the need for rural doctors grows, a DO has been at the forefront of recruiting efforts

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and the loss of industry experienced in rural communities, medical schools are hoping to fill the gap of rural doctors with new graduates, especially those who attended schools in rural areas. According to a recent report by WKSU news, with people leaving these communities, more rural areas are becoming medical deserts, and … Read More

The DO Staff

11.03.21

The DO

Upcoming webinars cover employment contracts, COVID-related workplace issues and ICD-10 changes

Live CME webinars from the American Osteopathic Information Association scheduled in November will address traps in employment agreements, COVID-19 related workplace issues, including vaccination requirements, ICD-10 changes and audits.

The DO Staff

11.03.21

The DO

In Memoriam: Nov. 3, 2021

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]. View a list of past In Memoriam columns here.

The DO Staff

11.03.21

The DO

COCA has received a five-year renewal of recognition from the U.S. Department of Education

On Tuesday, the AOA released the following statement on the U.S. Department of Education’s decision to grant the AOA’s Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) with a five-year renewal of recognition:

The DO Staff

11.03.21

JOM

The use of person-first language in scientific literature focused on drug-seeking behavior: a cross-sectional analysis

Context: Person first language (PFL) – a way of referring to individuals with medical conditions or disability that emphasizes the person over their condition or disability – is important in reducing the stigma surrounding individuals who exhibit drug-seeking behavior. Drug-seeking behavior is generally associated with a negative connotation by healthcare professionals, which may create poor provider perceptions … Read More

JOM Staff

11.01.21

News Releases

COCA Recognition Renewed by the United States Department of Education

The American Osteopathic Association’s Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA), which serves as the accrediting agency for Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine, has received a five-year renewal of its recognition from the United States Department of Education. The COCA ensures that the highest medical education standards are implemented and maintained by osteopathic medical schools, and the … Read More

AOA Media Team

11.01.21