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In an era when social media has become an integral part of daily life for many people, the influence of social networks extends beyond sharing memes and updates on personal adventures. Particularly in the medical field, social media has emerged as a dynamic tool for medical students, offering avenues for learning, networking and professional development.
In a recent statement to the Senate Finance Committee, the AOA voiced its support for reforms that enhance Medicare payments and promote access to high-quality care, particularly for patients with chronic conditions. The AOA highlighted the pressing need for stable, sustainable physician payment structures to address the escalating demand for medical services among America’s aging … Read More
National Brothers’ Day is May 24. In advance of this special day, our May DOs to Know column takes great pride in spotlighting two remarkable brothers. Meet Karl Nadolsky, DO, and Spencer Nadolsky, DO, a dynamic duo of osteopathic physicians whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. Raised in a family deeply rooted in education and athletics, … Read More
From 2000 to 2019, drug overdoses, combined intentional and unintentional, were the number one cause of death for Americans under 50 years old, with the number of overdoses increasing every year. Between 2012 and 2018, approximately 85 % of all opioid users obtained their opioids through prescriptions from healthcare providers, predominantly physicians. Increased education about … Read More
One in every five people in the United States (U.S.) is over 65, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. As of 2020, this adds up to 56.4 million people. Although older patients are not as afraid of dying as much as they are afraid of losing their independence, it is hypothesized that one fall leading to … Read More
On April 23, the Federal Trade Commission voted 3-2 to finalize a rule banning non-compete clauses in employment contracts. The proposed rule issued in Jan. 2023 received over 26,000 comments from stakeholders with an overwhelming majority supporting the change. The AOA submitted comments to the FTC along with 45 osteopathic affiliates expressing support for limiting … Read More
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