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Maxwell Corrigan, OMS IV, explains what Rogerian therapy is, how he used it in his previous profession and how it intersects with osteopathic medicine.
Quinn Schroeder, OMS III, provides a clear summary of the military match process for osteopathic medical students.
Shortages in medical subspecialty care, particularly endocrinology, present a growing challenge in the United States. In Ohio, structural inequities in the rural and Appalachian regions, including fewer healthcare providers, limited facilities, and barriers to transportation and broadband connectivity, contribute to delayed diabetes diagnoses, increased complications, and a higher mortality rate.
Rheumatologist Chuck Radis, DO, is an expert in diagnosing mysterious maladies. In his latest book, he gives us a bird’s-eye view of the diagnostic process.
Sukhmani Kaur, OMS III, shares an overview of Diwali, Bandi Chhor Divas and Mahavira Nirvana, celebrations observed by Indian Americans during this time of year.
Cervicogenic headache (CeH) is a common secondary headache type arising from a disorder or lesion of the cervical spine and its soft tissues.
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