A DO, or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, is a physician who, like an MD (Doctor of Medicine), is licensed to practice medicine, prescribe medications, and perform surgery in all 50 states. And just like MD physicians, a DO must graduate from an accredited medical school, must complete three to five years of residency, and take board certification examinations in their area of specialty.
While MDs attend allopathic medical schools, DOs attend osteopathic medical schools. In osteopathic medical schools, the philosophy is holistic, focusing on the whole person.
Osteopathic medicine emphasizes disease prevention through diet, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle. DOs receive extra training in osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM), a physical skill used to diagnose and treat problems with the muscles, bones, and nerves. DOs focus on disease prevention and healthy living through nutrition and exercise.
For more information on Doctors of Osteopathy, please visit the American Osteopathic Association.
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