Which DO schools require biostatistics?

[Dreamstoo]

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I haven't taken it and am not sure if I have to before applying.

 

[chizledfrmstone]

http://www.aacom.org/resources/bookstore/cib/Pages/default.aspx


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[cliquesh]

The usmle has a lot of biostats. Additionally, understanding statistics will help you understand papers more. I'd recommend taking the course at some point, even if it's not required.

 

[BestDoctorEver]

I haven't taken it and am not sure if I have to before applying.

I don't know if there schools out there that require it, but you would do yourself good to take it before med school if you have the time... I just started med school and they used about 6 hours to cover the whole biostats. Imagine how difficult it is for some people who have never taken even a basic statistics class...

 

[costales]

6 hours is plenty. The med school version is more relevant and immediately useful.
If you don't know anything about statistics, I highly recommend High-Yield Biostatistics by Glaser. It's a thin book and very easy to read. You can get a used copy for $2 on Amazon.