How to learn more about osteopathic medicine

[jilljack593]

Simple question, but having some difficulty finding answers.

As the title states what is the best way to learn about osteopathic medicine? Specifically, I am looking for online resources and literature before I make the decision to shadow an osteopathic physician.

Thanks!

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[bad med advice]

I'm a student at a D.O. program. I'll shoot you a PM.

 

[thenameismac]

I'm a student at a D.O. program. I'll shoot you a PM.

Me too please.

 

[Dreamstoo]

I'm a student at a D.O. program. I'll shoot you a PM.

I would appreciate a PM too. Thanks!

 

[Bacchus]

You can read www.osteopathic.org (koolaid). ACOFP has a website that teaches OMM exam skills (to which you sign a disclosure before starting saying they are not responsible for any foul/dangerous/hurtful treatments). http://www.acofp.org/apps/omt/omt_agreement_sr.aspx

 

[Bomikepa]

Could I also get a PM too please? It would be greatly appreciated!

 

[Bacchus]

You can read www.osteopathic.org (koolaid). ACOFP has a website that teaches OMM exam skills (to which you sign a disclosure before starting saying they are not responsible for any foul/dangerous/hurtful treatments). http://www.acofp.org/apps/omt/omt_agreement_sr.aspx

I just want to add to this, if you actually can't shadow a DO you should probably watch some to get a gist of what OMM is when you're asked at an interview. Granted, this isn't a real patient interaction and the models in the videos probably don't have super-acute or chronic dysfunction, you at least get an idea of what OMM is.

 

[pattr]

Simple question, but having some difficulty finding answers.

As the title states what is the best way to learn about osteopathic medicine? Specifically, I am looking for online resources and literature before I make the decision to shadow an osteopathic physician.

Thanks!

Always a good place to start for the most basic info: http://www.aacom.org/resources/bookstore/Pages/BriefGuide.aspx