Earlier this week, AOA leaders and DOs from multiple specialties participated in a series of high-level meetings and events in Washington, D.C., to advance the priorities of the osteopathic profession. As a non-partisan physician membership organization, the AOA is committed to advocating for health care policies that support the delivery of high-quality care, respect scientific … Read More
Patient care encompasses providing access to health care, reconciling EHR discrepancies, coaching patients on addressing financial and social barriers, and facilitating the transition of care. Many physicians are leaving patient care or considering it, with the common reasons including burnout, bureaucratic tasks, long hours and lack of family time.
Roughly 47% of doctors recently surveyed by Medscape said they were experiencing burnout. This is lower than the 49% Medscape reported in a survey last year, but still higher than the 44% reported in 2019 before the pandemic. The current burnout rate of 47% means the health care system still has a lot of work to do to properly … Read More
In the March issue of Journal of Osteopathic Medicine (JOM), you’ll find a lineup of articles across various subspecialty areas and topics, including an analysis of the prevalence of pelvic examinations on anesthetized patients without informed consent, the negative effects of long COVID-19 on cardiovascular health, an osteopathic assessment of lower extremity somatic dysfunctions in … Read More
The osteopathic medical profession continues to thrive, driven by the dedication of exceptional DOs, osteopathic medical students and organizations making lasting impacts. Below, learn more about just a few of these recent remarkable achievements, including those of Jasper Yung, DO, and Scott Everson, DO. Additionally, read on for more information about the AOA’s Distinguished Service … Read More
It’s no secret that the decision to pursue a career as a physician is one of the most challenging choices anyone could make. At the same time, it also has the potential to become one of the most rewarding decisions you make.
The Michigan Radiological Society (MRS), an association of radiologists, radiation oncologists, medical physicists, residents, fellows and medical students, has inducted their first DO president, Rocky Saenz, DO, who is leading the organization for its 2024-2025 term.
Tyree Winters, DO, is a dedicated advocate for equitable health care. Inspired by his own physician, he pursued osteopathic medicine at Ohio University-Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (OU-HCOM). As an advocate for underserved communities, Dr. Winters uses innovative approaches such as dance-based fitness to break barriers and promote wellness.
AOA opposes H.B. 1071 to protect patient safety in South Dakota Last week, the AOA submitted a letter to the South Dakota House Health and Human Services Committee opposing H.B. 1071, which seeks to eliminate physician supervision requirements for physician assistants (PAs), allowing them to practice independently. The AOA emphasized the risks to patient safety … Read More