We are #POMAProud! Trained to take a holistic approach to caring for patients - mind, body and spirit - doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs) are a critical part of the American healthcare system. Learn about the valuable contributions DOs are making and how they are impacting the future of medicine by reading the campaign in USA Today and online here: http://bit.ly/37TdEPd
Find a DO near you on the Doctors That DO website.
The Osteopathic Difference
Osteopathic physicians (DOs) are trained to treat the whole patient, not just disease. DOs focus on prevention by applying a deeper understanding of a patient’s lifestyle and environment, rather than treating symptoms. DOs help patients become healthy in mind, body and spirit using a whole person approach.
DOs use all of the knowledge and technology available in modern medicine today. DOs are also trained in the use of manual techniques that help re-balance the structure and function of the body. These treatments include soft tissue techniques, gentle muscle resistance and directed pressure to trigger points. OMM is based on the idea that the body's structure and function are inter-related and, when in balance, the body functions at its best.
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Did You Know...
- There are 148,829 DOs in the United States
- Pennsylvania ranks 3rd in number of DOs with 11,117
- There are 40 colleges of osteopathic medicine in the US offering instruction at 65 locations to more than 38,000 students. Pennsylvania is home to 3 locations with the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine; LECOM Seton Hill in Greensburg; and coming soon, Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pittsburgh opening in 2024.
*Source: American Osteopathic Association - Osteopathic Medical Profession Report, 2023
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