Difference between DO and MD

[calvinhobbes]

Hey everyone, I know this question has probably been asked millions of times -- but thats why I'm here, to do my research and ask questions.

So what is the difference between the two licenses? Is a DO school a med school like an MD school? I've heard it's easier to get into a DO school -- and the philosophy of treatment is different.. but I don't know why or how.

If someone can explain any of this it would be greatly appreciated.

 

[calvinhobbes]

oh and is it the same application as one to an MD school?

thanks

 

[tkim]

you should read the FAQ first then ask any questions that aren't answered by it.

 

[RAMPA]

Hey everyone, I know this question has probably been asked millions of times -- but thats why I'm here, to do my research and ask questions.

So what is the difference between the two licenses? Is a DO school a med school like an MD school? I've heard it's easier to get into a DO school -- and the philosophy of treatment is different.. but I don't know why or how.

If someone can explain any of this it would be greatly appreciated.

its also been answered a million times. if u can log onto the internet, then u can probably use the search function as well.

 

[SuperTrooper]

its also been answered a million times. if u can log onto the internet, then u can probably use the search function as well.

ouch!! 😱 such DO hostility.

 

[dr.z]

oh and is it the same application as one to an MD school?

thanks

You should go check out www.aacom.org

 

[calvinhobbes]

thanks!!

 

[Taus]

http://www.studentdoctor.net/do/mdordo.asp
http://www.studentdoctor.net/do/about.asp
http://www.osteopathic.org/index.cfm?PageID=ost_main
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos074.htm

 

[ttkim]

ouch!! 😱 such DO hostility.

yes, many many D.O.'s have that chip on their shoulder