Latest Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Stories
CHICAGO, May 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Floridians living with pain are not alone. According to a new survey released today by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), more than 85% of Florida residents say they, or someone they care for, have experienced pain in the past 30 days. With more than 76 million Americans living with pain every day (1), chronic or reoccurring pain affects more Americans than cancer, diabetes and heart disease combined. The AOA survey also reveals that more than...
CHICAGO, May 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Washingtonians living with pain are not alone. According to a new survey released today by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), nearly 85% of Washington residents say they, or someone they care for, have experienced pain in the past 30 days. With more than 76 million Americans living with pain every day(1), chronic or reoccurring pain affects more Americans than cancer, diabetes and heart disease combined. The AOA survey also reveals 85% of...
CHICAGO, Feb. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- For many osteopathic medical students, this Valentine's Day will be the day they find out where the next chapter in their love of medicine will take them as the National Matching Services, Inc., announces the results of the 2011 osteopathic match. Of the 2,212 individuals who participated in the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) Intern/Resident Registration Program, 74% of students and recent graduates successfully matched for a total...
Physicians Need to Discuss Substance Abuse with Older Patients SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Loneliness coupled with pre-existing alcohol and drug habits are among the reasons why older adults turn to controlled substances in their golden years. Since seniors often take prescription medication for chronic illnesses, it is important they disclose any drug or alcohol consumption to their physicians in order to avoid any interactions or complications in treatment. Stephen...
SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 26 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Many patients with diabetes might make a phone call or send an e-mail to communicate with their physicians outside of scheduled office visits but the majority of patients are not willing to pay for these services, according to research presented at the American Osteopathic Association's (AOA) 115th Osteopathic Medical Conference & Exposition, known as OMED 2010 Unified, in San Francisco. In a sample study of 300 patients with diabetes,...
SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 25 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Until recently, running shoeless has had little more than a fringe following of enthusiasts. However, new research and the popularity of "five finger" shoes--a minimalist shoe that fits the foot like a glove--has barefoot running striding into the mainstream. Robert S. Gotlin, DO, director of orthopaedic and sports rehabilitation in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City, discussed the pros and...
American Osteopathic Association Survey Shows That More Than a Quarter of Men Say They Don't Need a Physician At This Point in Their Lives SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 25 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Open up and say "ah" might not be words heard often by men, particularly those younger than 30. According to a new men's health survey by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), less than 63% of men ages 18 to 29 say they have visited a primary care physician in the past year, compared to more than...
CHICAGO, Sept. 28 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Board of Directors has approved a set of requirements that are a comprehensive approach to patient care, quality improvement, supervision, professionalism, transitions in care, and resident well-being. Included are graduated standards for duty hours for the nation's 111,000 residents training in ACGME accredited teaching institutions. The new standards will go into effect in July...
CHICAGO, Sept. 16 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As concerns mount over whether there will be enough physicians to meet the nation's growing demand for health care, the number of osteopathic physicians (DOs) is reaching new heights, according to a report released today from the American Osteopathic Association. DOs are one of only two groups of physicians in the U.S.-- MDs and DOs -- who are licensed to prescribe medication and practice in all medical specialty areas, including surgery....
CHICAGO, July 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Not one to back down from a challenge, Karen J. Nichols, DO, embraces her term as the first female president of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) during a time of historic change in health care. The AOA installed her as its 114th president this afternoon during its annual business meeting in Chicago. To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click: http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/aoa/44984/ (Photo:...
