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As long as medicine has existed, it has had one main focus and that has been summarized in enhancing the well-being of humans. Undoubtedly, AT Still had the same exact intention, and put his efforts in every way based on his abilities to contribute to the well-being of his patients at the time. As we all know, medicine since its inception has been growing based on the contributions of many dedicated physicians such as AT Still; nevertheless, not every new discovery and precious idea in medicine has lead into a new branch, title, and/or philosophy in medicine. The rationale behind this trend has been due to the sole intention of medicine as aforementioned, the enhancement of ones quality of life positively; therefore, new ideas and discoveries that can contribute to this goal are welcomed to be incorporated into the everyday practice of medicine by ALL doctors and not as sporadic branches of healing clubs that may be seen in traditional practices of medicine in various cultural societies or tribes.
The organizations representing osteopathic physicians speak of distinct philosophy of holistic approach to patient care that can contribute a lot more to the overall well-being of patients; well this is an excellent discovery that should be now taught at every medical school in the world, so doctors regardless of their choice of specialty would be able to learn the exact protocols organized in this patient-centered approach of practicing medicine for the well-being of their patients. It would be unfair that only those patients that visit the 5% of all physicians in the US can get such especial treatment based on this valuable philosophy.
Furthermore, I would not like to get into the discussions of the validity of OMM as I have already expressed my genuine opinion pertaining to this matter elsewhere on the SDN. However, lets say that OMM is an excellent tool in practicing medicine that can be incorporated into every physicians practice. Well, shouldnt this precious tool also be offered to all future doctors in every medical school, so all patients in the future can benefit from what this practice can do for them? Do you think that it would have been a good idea that every new tool and treatment in medicine that was creatively invented would have lead to a new branch of medicine, title or philosophy? I would say no, even if an approach in medicine is not initially welcome in the filed whether because of the lack of understanding of the healthcare professionals at the time or the lack of evidence in the benefits of this new approach, it doest not necessitate a professional practicing physician to isolate himself from the medical community and create a new institution of medicine with his own philosophies and practices. Perhaps, a better approach that can eventually contribute to all patients is to put even more efforts to convince the medical community of the valuable benefits of this new practice/ treatment as many other great scientist and physicians have done so in the history.
I hope you do not misinterpret my personal opinion on the subject as I do not intent to insult any of you and your sincere efforts in helping people in the future. All physicians regardless of their title are in this profession for the meanings found way beyond a two letter title after ones name. DOs alongside MDs have been working very hard for the valuable goals that medicine has been offering to the well-being of all patients. DOs are undoubtedly very competent physicians in every field of practice in medicine. Subsequently, my above proposal is not to compare the competency of practicing DOs and MDs, whereas, I am truly concerned whether this separation is really necessary.
My proposal:
1) All schools in the US offer the same degree, MD, that has been offered globally for centuries in the past
2) Patient-centered and holistic approach in medicine should be more emphasized at all medical schools
3) Some techniques of OMM that have been scientifically proved to be beneficial to patients start being offered at all medical schools, and for those who are TRULY interested in learning all techniques of OMM, a year of fellowship should be offered at some schools, so students can actually learn all the techniques more thoroughly without being under pressure of coursework while in school.
Please feel free to express your opinion professionally without intending to insult anyone or any profession. The main intent of this thread is to have a constructive exchange of ideas on a very sensitive subject, as I am sure that as future physicians we would have to deal with many sensitive subjects which may necessitate us to express our opinion. This may be a good practice!
The organizations representing osteopathic physicians speak of distinct philosophy of holistic approach to patient care that can contribute a lot more to the overall well-being of patients; well this is an excellent discovery that should be now taught at every medical school in the world, so doctors regardless of their choice of specialty would be able to learn the exact protocols organized in this patient-centered approach of practicing medicine for the well-being of their patients. It would be unfair that only those patients that visit the 5% of all physicians in the US can get such especial treatment based on this valuable philosophy.
Furthermore, I would not like to get into the discussions of the validity of OMM as I have already expressed my genuine opinion pertaining to this matter elsewhere on the SDN. However, lets say that OMM is an excellent tool in practicing medicine that can be incorporated into every physicians practice. Well, shouldnt this precious tool also be offered to all future doctors in every medical school, so all patients in the future can benefit from what this practice can do for them? Do you think that it would have been a good idea that every new tool and treatment in medicine that was creatively invented would have lead to a new branch of medicine, title or philosophy? I would say no, even if an approach in medicine is not initially welcome in the filed whether because of the lack of understanding of the healthcare professionals at the time or the lack of evidence in the benefits of this new approach, it doest not necessitate a professional practicing physician to isolate himself from the medical community and create a new institution of medicine with his own philosophies and practices. Perhaps, a better approach that can eventually contribute to all patients is to put even more efforts to convince the medical community of the valuable benefits of this new practice/ treatment as many other great scientist and physicians have done so in the history.
I hope you do not misinterpret my personal opinion on the subject as I do not intent to insult any of you and your sincere efforts in helping people in the future. All physicians regardless of their title are in this profession for the meanings found way beyond a two letter title after ones name. DOs alongside MDs have been working very hard for the valuable goals that medicine has been offering to the well-being of all patients. DOs are undoubtedly very competent physicians in every field of practice in medicine. Subsequently, my above proposal is not to compare the competency of practicing DOs and MDs, whereas, I am truly concerned whether this separation is really necessary.
My proposal:
1) All schools in the US offer the same degree, MD, that has been offered globally for centuries in the past
2) Patient-centered and holistic approach in medicine should be more emphasized at all medical schools
3) Some techniques of OMM that have been scientifically proved to be beneficial to patients start being offered at all medical schools, and for those who are TRULY interested in learning all techniques of OMM, a year of fellowship should be offered at some schools, so students can actually learn all the techniques more thoroughly without being under pressure of coursework while in school.
Please feel free to express your opinion professionally without intending to insult anyone or any profession. The main intent of this thread is to have a constructive exchange of ideas on a very sensitive subject, as I am sure that as future physicians we would have to deal with many sensitive subjects which may necessitate us to express our opinion. This may be a good practice!