Shonky shamans taint aura of all 'healers' Nov 22, 2009
While well-established fields such as osteopathy and Chinese medicine are regulated by registration boards, anyone can set themselves up as a healer or counsellor without appropriate training or qualifications. The Australian Medical Association and the Australian Psychological Society warn this could lead to people with psychological problems being exploited. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
LT. GEN: Suspected Fort Hood Shooter is 'Alive and in Custody' Nov 6, 2009
According to sources, Hasan, who is either 39 or 40, attended the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD. He graduated in 2003 with a degree in Osteopathy and later finished his residency as a psychiatrist. In 2009, Hasan completed a fellowship in Disaster and Preventive Psychiatry at the Center for Traumatic Stress. (ABC News)
Teen Suicide Rate "Very Disturbing" Oct 23, 2009
Sometimes they have D.Os (doctor of osteopathy or somthing similar). Pharmocologists can have Ph. (CBS News -- Evening News)
Putting the brakes on elderly drivers Oct 11, 2009
The public also needs to know that the proposed Massachusetts House Bill 4238 gives immunity to any physician (broadly defined as a person authorized to practice medicine or osteopathy ) and law enforcement officer who report an elderly person. Dermatologists and pediatricians, too. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Yuma Vision Center plans for new building Oct 11, 2009
The elder Runyan, a doctor of osteopathy, is board certified in family practice. Dream a Little Dream has moved and now is located at 2573 E. 24th St., Suite C. The business, owned by Joely Beck, is a mother's and children's boutique with a large Web-based business. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Area Snapshots Aug 23, 2009
Musselman, who carried the title of a doctor of osteopathy, is board certified and has practiced medicine for 35 years. He is a fellow for the American Academy of Family Practitioners, and specializes in family medicine. (Montana Standard, MT)
Man spells out marriage proposal in Ohio field Aug 21, 2009
She enrolled in medical school in Ohio, completed training as a doctor of osteopathy and returned to Fresno to begin a residency in family medicine. Ohio Green Workforce Training Partnership Awarded $100,000 to Launch Weatherization Training Partnership in Cleveland. (Fresno Bee)
Primary care loses its prestige Aug 18, 2009
She is a graduate of the UNE college of osteopathy. Her residencies "tied into what is the hot topic now: the patient-centered medical home and really creating a primary-care home for patients," she says. (USA Today)
UK: Patients forced to live in agony after NHS refuses to pay for painkilling injections... Aug 3, 2009
Instead the National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) is ordering doctors to offer patients remedies like acupuncture and osteopathy ... "I don't mind whether some people want to try acupuncture, or osteopathy. What concerns me is that to pay for these treatments, specialist clinics which offer vital services are going to be forced to clos 00004000 e, leaving patients in significant pain, with nowhere to go,". (The Drudge Report)
Healthcare: Do we need the Lexus? Jul 29, 2009
Consumers who buy health insurance are often forced to pay for coverage of services they may consider highly dubious, such as acupuncture (benefits are mandatory in 11 states), chiropractic (46 states), osteopathy (22 states), and naturopathy (four states). Forty years ago, there were only a handful of benefits that health policies were required by law to cover. (Boston Globe)
Joel Weisman, 66; physician who detected AIDS epidemic Jul 24, 2009
A native of Newark, N.J., Dr. Weisman graduated in 1970 from the Kansas City College of Osteopathy and practiced in New Jersey for a few years. In 1975 he acknowledged his homosexuality and ended a three-year marriage to start a new life in Los Angeles. (Boston Globe)
Local hospitals work to prevent narcotics theft Jul 23, 2009
The South Dakota Board of Medical & Osteopathic Examiners licenses doctors of medicine, doctors of osteopathy, physical therapists, advanced life support personnel, physician assistants, athletic trainers, occupational therapists, respiratory therapists, nurse practitioners, nurse midwives and dietitians. For the first seven months of 2009, its Web site lists three providers disciplined for substance abuse, but does not indicate whether theft was involved. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
‘Back' in time Jul 21, 2009
During the presentation, Ebbets said it is no coincidence that chiropractic and the somewhat similar field of osteopathy were pioneered in the late 1800s and early 1900s. At the time, Western civilization was undergoing the industrial revolution, and changes in lifestyle and environment meant people were always walking on concrete and wearing modern shoes. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Medicine Is there an MD in the house? Not likely Jul 7, 2009
Doctors of osteopathy, commonly called DOs, make up about 11 percent of practicing physicians in Arizona. But in 2012, the state will graduate twice as many DOs as MDs. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Laotian immigrant achieves doctor dream Jun 16, 2009
She enrolled in medical school in Ohio, completed training as a doctor of osteopathy and returned to Fresno to begin a residency in family medicine. MARK CROSSE / THE FRESNO BEE. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Yuma doctor elected to national health board Jun 1, 2009
The federation is composed of representatives from 70 medical boards: one from each state and 20 doctor of osteopathy representatives. "I think it's an honor to be elected by them," Krishna said. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
University filling nation's physician shortage Jun 1, 2009
For a medical school that produces doctors of osteopathy - physicians who are more likely to pursue a career as primary-care doctors - it's even better ... Graduating student Greg Lendzion discovered his preference for osteopathy after working for eight years as a nurse before earning his Midwestern medical degree. (AZCentral -- Business)
Top 10 Tips to Save Your Vision May 22, 2009
Baseline eye exam -- Adults with no signs or risk factors for eye disease should get a from an ophthalmologist (a medical doctor or doctor of osteopathy specializing in eye care) at age 40--the time when early signs of disease and changes in vision may start to occur. Based on the results of the initial screening, the ophthalmologist will prescribe the necessary intervals for follow-up exams. (PR Newswire)
Free nutrition workshop in Carlsbad May 21, 2009
The DVD, called "Commit To Your Health," features a detailed personal training session with Westfall, who uses a wheelchair, and his instructor, Ed Ferrell, plus interviews with doctors about nutrition, neurology and osteopathy, and a Question and Answer segment. The cost is 20, and Westfall said all profit generated from the DVD go back to the public in the form of medical research grants. (North County Times)
Tewksbury Family Care Center welcomes new doctor May 6, 2009
Wilson earned her doctor of osteopathy degree from Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Vallejo, Calif. and earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin in Madison. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
Kids' Brain Trust: A New Nonprofit Gives Parents Hope of Defeating Autism Mar 19, 2009
March 18 /PRNewswire/ -- April is Autism Awareness Month and to celebrate, renowned osteopathic physician Eric Dolgin, D.O., F.C.A., announced today the creation of Kids' Brain Trust, a nonprofit clinic that aims to treat autistic children with cranial osteopathy, a clinically validated specialty ... Dr. Dolgin, founder of the Kids' Brain Trust, is recognized as one of the foremost practitioners in the field of cranial osteopathy in the United States ... During his 25 years in practice, Dr.... (PR Newswire)
St. Joe's recognized for quality respiratory care Mar 12, 2009
- A doctor of medicine or osteopathy is designated as medical director of respiratory care services. COMMENTS. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Airport test to stop arrival of Sars and flu 'pointless' Mar 4, 2009
british school of osteopathy. we need someone with strategic planning and senior. (Yahoo News -- SARS)
Top BBC resignations astonished Hutton Feb 14, 2009
Law lord believes his report's findings on David Kelly's death were misinterpreted by media and is dismayed at accusations of whitewash. Thursday 4 March 2004 07. (Yahoo News -- Hutton Report)
Sri Lanka civil war refugees to be housed in 'welfare villages' Feb 14, 2009
or osteopathy; foreign graduates may apply if they have a permanent certificate from the educational council of foreign medical graduates current license to ... or osteopathy; foreign graduates may apply if they have a permanent certificate from the educational council of foreign medical graduates current license to. (guardian.co.uk)
Herbal remedies for arthritis mostly ineffective, says study Feb 12, 2009
Almost half of the UK population tries complementary medicine at some point in their lives, and more than 450m a year is spent on herbal remedies, homeopathy, osteopathy, acupuncture and similar treatments. Among people with arthritis and similar conditions, the figure is nearer 60%, doctors said. (guardian.co.uk)
Doctor, pharmacy charged in NYC steroids case Feb 11, 2009
Business was so lucrative at his clinic that he shifted his focus from osteopathy almost entirely to illegally providing steroids, Hynes said. Staten Island bodybuilder Joe Baglio, who had undergone a heart transplant, received steroids illegally from Lucente and died of heart failure, Hynes said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
'Alternative cure failure' Feb 10, 2009
Almost half of sufferers turn to complementary medicines, spending more than 450million a year on acupuncture, chiropractic, hypnotherapy, homeopathy, medical herbalism and osteopathy. A report by the Arthritis Research Campaign ranked the therapies from 1 to 5 for their effectiveness. (Mirror.co.uk)
Arthritis therapies 'ineffective' Feb 10, 2009
" Dr Peter Fisher, clinical director of the Royal London Homeopathic Hospital, said the report focused on tablets and preparations applied to the skin, missing out therapies such as acupuncture and osteopathy. "I think what really comes across in this report is how sorely under-researched this area is," he said. Jane Gray, president, of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists added: "This report is a commendable attempt to provide information on self help products for osteo and rheumatoid... (BBC News -- Health)
