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“Pupils dilated bilaterally; no change with light; no pulses felt in extremities.” Four weeks prior, I had held a newborn baby during my pediatric rotation. Now, here I was at the end of a patient’s life.
This month, the osteopathic medical profession celebrates the 150th anniversary of A.T. Still, DO, MD, first “[flinging] the banner of osteopathy to the breeze” (p. 94) on June 22, 1874. Having worked for the AOA for nearly three years, I felt that now was a great opportunity (if not a bit overdue) for myself to … Read More
A 43-year-old woman presented to our clinic in September 2023 for evaluation of a burning eruption on the face. The patient was initially seen at an outside dermatology clinic one year prior and diagnosed with rosacea which was treated with topical azelaic acid and oxymetazoline cream. The eruption progressed over the following months to include … Read More
Today’s health care landscape is fraught with barriers to meeting patients’ needs. Time constraints in traditional practices can affect the quality of patient care, which, in turn, may increase cost burdens on practices, hospital systems, insurance companies and patients. With the average age of the population increasing, so too are the number of chronic conditions. … Read More
As our world becomes more connected through airplane travel, in-flight medical emergencies are becoming a more common occurrence. For physicians, it is helpful to know the capabilities and equipment of the flight crew and the aircraft in advance of being asked to provide assistance. Knowing the common conditions associated with flying can also prepare a … Read More
Early-stage cognitive decline occurs when an individual experiences memory loss or other cognitive impairment but does not meet the criteria for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) or other dementias. After diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI), approximately 5–15 % of cases progress to dementia per year. AD and many other causes of dementia are presently incurable. Early recognition … Read More
Osteopathic treatments regulate the neurovegetative system through joint mobilizations and manipulations, and myofascial and craniosacral techniques. Despite the growing body of research, the precise impact of osteopathic medicine on the autonomic nervous system (ANS) is not yet fully elucidated. As to Kuchera’s techniques, the stimulation of the sympathetic trunk and prevertebral ganglia contributed to harmonization … Read More
For many osteopathic medical students, their first time experiencing DO Day is a whirlwind of emotions. It is an extremely exciting event, but being a first-time participant can also be nerve-wracking. DO Day provides attendees with a rare opportunity to actively engage in advocacy and witness firsthand the impact DOs and osteopathic medical students can have on … Read More
Spanish is the language in the United States with the greatest language-concordant physician deficit. Allopathic medical Spanish programs have proliferated, but the national prevalence of medical Spanish education at osteopathic medical schools has never been evaluated.