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What is osteopathic medicine?

Osteopathic medicine is a distinctive branch of medical practice in the U.S. that emphasizes a “whole-person” approach to diagnosis, treatment and patient care. Learn more.

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Preparing for Medical School
Health Care Definitions
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What it's really like in dermatology—from 4 physicians who know

Shadowing one dermatologist is the best way to learn about life in the specialty. Exploring these insights from four of them is the next best thing.

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Specialty Profiles
Succeeding in Medical School
Erin Shriver, MD
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Seeing the risks of letting optometrists do eyelid surgery

Over a dozen states let optometrists wield a scalpel on the eyelid, opening up patients to missed cancers, unsafe procedures and more.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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USMLE Step 3 FAQs: When to take the exam, how to prepare

How much should resident physicians study? How does the exam differ from others in the USMLE series? Get expert insight on Step 3.

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USMLE® Step 3
Thriving in Residency
Ednan Mushtaq, MD
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What it's like to specialize in otolaryngology: Shadowing Dr. Mushtaq

Ednan Mushtaq, MD, of Privia Medical Group, says students interested in otolaryngology should see it in both hospital and private practice settings.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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What it's like in internal medicine: Shadowing Dr. Graham

Lexie Graham, MD, says one of the most important skills an internist can have is being able to communicate with patients about their care.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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What it's really like in emergency medicine—from 4 physicians who know

Shadowing one physician in the ER is a great way to learn about life in the specialty. Exploring these insights from four of them is the next best thing.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
Olaseni Arogundade, MD
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9 Min Read

What it's like to specialize in radiology: Shadowing Dr. Arogundade

Confluence Health’s Olaseni Arogundade, MD, says radiology involves limited patient contact, but helps doctors to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

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Specialty Profiles
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AMA membership for osteopathic medical students

Members get access to exclusive resources, benefits and programs to help you succeed in medical school. Learn more.

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