FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 25, 2011
(CHICAGO) – Boyd R. Buser, DO, of Pikeville, Ky., was recently re-elected to serve on the American Osteopathic Association’s (AOA) Board of Trustees at its annual meeting in Chicago. He is AOA board certified in osteopathic manipulative medicine and family medicine. “I look forward to continuing to work diligently representing my peers by serving another term on the board of trustees,” says Dr. Buser.
Professional Background
Dr. Buser serves as the vice president and dean of the University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine. He previously served as the interim vice president and dean of the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine as well as the associate dean for clinical affairs. He is also an active member of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians and is a past President of the American Academy of Osteopathy (AAO).
Dr. Buser has served the AOA in numerous capacities, including chairman of both the Department of Governmental Affairs and the Department of Educational Affairs.
Honors and Awards
Dr. Buser received the A.T. Still Medallion of Honor from the AAO in 2010. Additionally, he is the recipient of the Maine Osteopathic Association’s Distinguished Service Award in 1996 and 2007.
Education
Upon earning his osteopathic medical degree from the Des Moines (Iowa) University – College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Buser completed his postdoctoral medical training at the Cranston General Hospital in Cranston, R.I.
About the American Osteopathic Association
The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) proudly represents its professional family of more than 78,000 osteopathic physicians (DOs); promotes public health; encourages scientific research; serves as the primary certifying body for DOs; is the accrediting agency for osteopathic medical schools; and has federal authority to accredit hospitals and other health care facilities. More information on DOs/osteopathic medicine can be found at www.osteopathic.org.
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