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MSU-COM students prepare to train at hospitals in Cuba

U.S. medical and nursing students will earn course credit while learning about the Cuban health care system during the two-week trip. The post MSU-COM students prepare to train at hospitals in Cuba...

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More physicians seek training and certification in obesity medicine

Physicians want to learn more about the biological underpinnings of obesity, which affects more than one-third of U.S. adults. The post More physicians seek training and certification in obesity...

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Osteopathic medical student elected president-elect of AMSA

Joseph (Joey) Johnson, OMS III, will take the helm of the national physician-in-training organization upon graduating next year. The post Osteopathic medical student elected president-elect of AMSA...

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TouroCOM-Harlem program introduces next generation of DOs to medicine

Osteopathic medical students serve as mentors for Harlem high schoolers interested in pursuing careers in science and medicine. The post TouroCOM-Harlem program introduces next generation of DOs to...

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Order in the classroom: MSUCOM students gain legal skills in new elective

Course focuses on the legal aspects of medicine and how mediation skills can strengthen the doctor-patient relationship. The post Order in the classroom: MSUCOM students gain legal skills in new...

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Moving forward: Advancements continue in OMT research

The research base demonstrating the efficacy of OMT continues to grow, with studies showing the benefits of OMT for low back pain, balance and pneumonia. The post Moving forward: Advancements continue...

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RVUCOM team places third in ultrasound competition

Three osteopathic medical students went up against teams from 11 other medical schools to demonstrate their ultrasound skills. The post RVUCOM team places third in ultrasound competition appeared first...

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Best and worst states for doctors: Where did your state land?

DOs in "best" and "worst" states weigh in on Medscape's recent Best and Worst Places to Practice report. The post Best and worst states for doctors: Where did your state land? appeared first on The DO.

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How I Practice: DO helps astronauts reach for the stars

Ronald Moomaw, DO, shares how his military training led to a new career as a flight surgeon for NASA. The post How I Practice: DO helps astronauts reach for the stars appeared first on The DO.

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5 key tips to get into the right residency program

Learn about the residency interview process from a program director's perspective: Here's advice from educator and AOA 2015-16 President John W. Becher, DO. The post 5 key tips to get into the right...

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NASA’s top doc: DO oversees the health of astronauts, preps for Mars mission

J.D. Polk, DO, shares how his background in aerospace medicine led to his new post as NASA's chief health and medical officer. The post NASA’s top doc: DO oversees the health of astronauts, preps for...

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Dynamic duo: mother and son bond while attending OSU-COM together

Terresa Miller, OMS IV, shares her books and experiences as her son, Cody, OMS I, follows in her footsteps. The post Dynamic duo: mother and son bond while attending OSU-COM together appeared first on...

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Surgical robots: PNWU-COM students try out the da Vinci surgical system

Students test-drive the robotic surgery system and learn how the device can be used in their future careers. The post Surgical robots: PNWU-COM students try out the da Vinci surgical system appeared...

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Carrying the world’s weight: DOs share their coping strategies

Taking an osteopathic approach to their own health can help DOs deal with the trauma they see at work. The post Carrying the world’s weight: DOs share their coping strategies appeared first on The DO.

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Medical student aims to improve public health through community outreach

After succeeding in developing his own programs, Juan Querubin, OMS III, wants to encourage other medical students to do the same. The post Medical student aims to improve public health through...

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Assistant Surgeon General TeCora Ballom, DO, is ready to safeguard public health

Dr. Ballom shares details about her new role, a position in the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps. The post Assistant Surgeon General TeCora Ballom, DO, is ready to safeguard public health...

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‘More than a dose calculator’: DOs rate the CDC’s new Opioid Guideline app

Prescribing guidelines and motivational interviewing features make this a must-have app for your virtual black bag. The post ‘More than a dose calculator’: DOs rate the CDC’s new Opioid Guideline app...

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You’ve Matched—in a different state. 5 tips to ensure your move is smooth

Whether you matched one town or a time zone away, these tips can help make the residency moving process less stressful. The post You’ve Matched—in a different state. 5 tips to ensure your move is...

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Graying of America: How the elder boom could impact health care

The elderly population is projected to nearly double in a few decades. Geriatricians discuss how health care could change in an older U.S. The post Graying of America: How the elder boom could impact...

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Treasure trove of data: How starting a trauma registry can boost OMT research

Adrienne McCallister, DO, used patient data to study the use of OMT in severe traumatic brain injury. Here’s how registry data can benefit your research. The post Treasure trove of data: How starting a...

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