News Releases

Final DO Match Day produces 506 primary care residents

CHICAGO—February 4, 2019—More than 500 new osteopathic physicians participating in the final AOA Match placed into primary care residencies, with a total of 886 osteopathic medical school seniors and recent graduates receiving placements in 21 specialties, the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) announced today. The AOA Match has operated in its current form since 1995. It … Read More

AOA Media Team

02.04.19

The DO

Get a handle on processing fees during a free webinar by AOA Member Value partner Merchant’s PACT

If you’re in solo or group practice, check out a free webinar on Thursday, Feb. 21 at 6 p.m. CT to learn more about monitoring the credit card processing fees you get charged.

The DO

01.30.19

The DO

Most Americans take vitamins and supplements without tests indicating deficiencies

For those who insist on supplementation, Mike Varshavski, DO, encourages patients to choose vitamins that carry a seal of approval or certification by a trusted, independent organization.

The DO

01.30.19

The DO

Intermittent fasting: Can we fast our way to better health?

Recent short-term studies have shown intermittent fasting’s potential for improving many critical health markers from losing weight to controlling blood sugar levels.

The DO

01.30.19

News Releases

Researchers find antidepressants significantly increase risk of gastrointestinal, intracranial bleeding

CHICAGO–January 30, 2019–Patients taking anti-depressant medications classified as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are 40 percent more likely to develop severe gastrointestinal bleeding, particularly when they also use common over-the-counter pain relievers, according to a research review in The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association. Nearly 13 percent of Americans 12 years and older take … Read More

AOA Media Team

01.30.19

The DO

10 women in medicine who inspire: National Women Physicians Day, Feb. 3

From running a tribal health center to helping babies breathe in Africa, women in medicine today are doing amazing things. Here are their stories.

The DO

01.30.19

The DO

DO shares how he nearly failed medical school before rising to new heights

As a medical studennt, Caleb Hentges, DO, battled personal demons and depression while nearly failing out of his first year. He came out the other side as a stronger and more compassionate individual and physician.

The DO

01.29.19

JOM

Hearing test might help identify autism in young children

The authors of new research in The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association note a strong connection between auditory dysfunction and autism, suggesting that hearing issues identified at birth can be a clue to monitor the child for autism.

JAOA

01.24.19

The DO

With nearly half of doctors burned out, US is in a public health crisis, reports find

Two separate reports published last week found physician burnout continues to impact the health care landscape. Here are five takeaways from the reports.

The DO

01.22.19