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Some provinces have licensed DO's, some haven't. Check with the AOA.

This link provides some good information:

http://do-online.osteotech.org/index.cfm?PageID=lcl_intlnewscanada

Did I read the info from the link wrong, or will the Canadian family practice group only let a DO sit for the boards if he/she has completed an ACGME approved residency (not AOA)?

S

Did I read the info from the link wrong, or will the Canadian family practice group only let a DO sit for the boards if he/she has completed an ACGME approved residency (not AOA)?

S

Yes, you read the information correctly.

Yes, Canada requires DOs to complete an ACGME-accredited residency if they hope to practice in Canada. However, a number of dually-accredited residency programs are available (both DO and MD) that have varying degrees of osteopathic influence and training with the backing of the ACGME. Most of these dually-accredited programs are in general practice, but some specialties also have some dually-accredited program. If you'd like a current list of programs who are DO/MD certified, I'm sure you can contact the AOA. Best of luck!