D.O. or Do Not: The Osteopathic Physician's Journey for Premed & Medical Students
Interviews with Osteopathic physicians on how their trials and tribulations got them to where they are! Geared towards osteopathic students but also for all healthcare students, pre-medical students, practicing physicians as well as anyone else interested in medicine. Team: Pre-Medical and Medical Students. Mentor: Dr. Ian Storch, DO
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138 episodes
Episode 137: D.O. Myths and Misconceptions 2: Jim Dahle, MD- White Coat Investor: The Cost of Osteopathic Medical Education: Is the Juice worth the Squeeze?
M&M in medical terms mean Morbidity and Mortality (why did someone get sick or die!). In this series we are using the term to stand for MYTHS and MISCONCEPTIONS about Osteopathic Medical education in response to posts and webs...
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Episode 136: Dr. Amanda Martin, D.O. - Orthopedic Surgeon/ Olympic Doctor- Make NO BONES about it- This D.O. rocks!
On todays episode we interview Amanda Martin, DO an orthopedic surgeon who is practicing in Nashville Tennessee. Amanda will start her story by telling us about her experience as a sports medicine doctor at the 2024 Olympics ...
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Episode 135: Dr. Alex Sher, D.O., Psychiatry Resident- Finance to Nurse? Nurse to Nurse Practioner? NP to Osteopathic Physician? Is this guy mashugana?
Today, we're thrilled to have Alex Sher, DO, arising first year psychiatry resident and writer for the D.O. who was born and raised in southern florida. Alex’s story is special as medicine is a second career and he started as an Regist...
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Episode 134: Dr. Gaudin D.O. Neurosurgeon: What do you think this is Brain surgery? Yes it is!
The D.O. philosophy fits perfectly with primary care specialties such as family practice, internal medicine, pediatrics and OB/GYN. Can a D.O. go into competitive specialties such as Neurosurgery? YES THEY CAN!This week, we’...
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Episode 133: Dr. Joel Feder, D.O.- Family Practice: What does a D.O. do after retirement? Beach and fun? NO! Medical Mission to Vietnam!
Today we interview Dr. Joel Feder in what is one of Dr. Storch's favorite interviews to date. Dr. Feder retired from Family practice after over 40 years. He discuses with us his career and passion for osteopathic medicine, family pr...
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Episode 132: Dr. Richard Riemer, D.O.- Building GME and New Residencies at Touro- California; Making Osteopathy Great Again!
Today we have a deep conversation with Dr. Richard Riemer about the Touro University Medical Group, which he has helped to create and run. Dr. Riemer will discuss the importance of strong clinical and post graduate medical opportunities a...
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Episode 131: Dr. Brian Loveless, D.O.- Family Med and NMM! A rose by any other name. . . ?
In this weeks episode we hightlight Brian Loveless one of the authors of the DO journal where he discusses important topics such as Osteopathic distinctiveness. In our interview he will discuss not only his role as Associate Professor of NMM/OM...
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Episode 130: Dr. Richard Jadick, D.O. Hero MD? Born on the fourth of July? Marine, Navy Corpsman, Urologist and the toughest DO Alive!
This week we are joined by Dr. Richard Jadick, author of the book “On Call In Hell” which chronicles his time as a physician in the navy, where he was awarded the Bronze Star with “Combat V” device for heroic valor after he saved many liv...
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Episode 129 : D.O. Myths and Misconceptions 1: Chad Toujague- Director Kiran Patel Institue: Why are there so many new Osteopathic Schools?
In today’s we present our first in a series of myths and misconceptions episode about Osteopathic Medicine. Why are there so many new DO schools? There are many online comments and on blogs commenting on the reason why, ove...
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Episode 128: Pre-Med Highlight: Des Moines-COM: Interested in history and progress? The Second DO School! Dr. Angela Franklin, PhD - President and CEO
On today’s episode, we interview Dr. Angela Franklin who is the President and CEO of Des Moines University. Des Moines University Medical and Health Sciences Division is home of the second osteopathic school to open up in the United State...
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Episode 127: OMED 2023- Meet the future of Osteopathic Medicine!
Today's episode is short but powerful! Hear about the D.O. or DO not road trip to OMED in Orlando! We had the chance to spend time with the AOA and interview Osteopathic Medical Students from around the country! Their exciteme...
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Episode 126: Dr. Mylhan Myers, DO: Rural Family Medicine- Kicking it Old School. . . and delivering babies to boot!
In today’s episode we will share with you an amazing rural family practice physician who represents the pinnacle of what all Osteopathic Physicians should strive to be. Dr. Mylhan Myers was born in southern Missouri in an “Osteopathic ...
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Episode 125: Madison Salvitti and Ethan Kremer, MS-IV: Osteopathic Research in Italy? It's not all wine and pasta!!
This week’s episode features two 4th year medical students Madison Salvitti and Ethan Kremer who will share with us their medical experience doing Osteopathic Research in Europe. The trip was facilitated by Dr. Jordan Keys, the Dire...
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Episode 124: Crossover Episode: The Physician's Guide to Doctoring- is a DO and an MD interchangeable? I say thee nay!
Dr. Bradley Block is an ENT physician (M.D.) who has a podcast to teach doctors "things they should have been learning while they were studying the Kreb's Cycle." Dr. Block reached out to us to discuss what Osteopathic Medicine is and wha...
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Episode 123: Bryce Piro, OMS III- Coffe Docs Co- Coffee, Osteopathy, Tiktok, and Coffee
This week we are joined by Bryce Piro, a medical student at VCOM - Carolinas who started his own company while in medical school - CoffeeDocs Co. Bryce gives an inside view of his journey and what prompted his idea to start this company with hi...
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Episode 122: Dr. Michael Foti, D.O.- IM- The stress, anxiety and depression of a young doctor and how he turned hardship into success! (plus Cafe Foti)
This week, we are joined by Dr. Michael Foti, a dedicated physician who serves as a professor at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, bringing his expertise and passion for medical education to the next generation of healthcare professionals....
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Episode 121: Dr. Andrea Amalfitano, D.O. PhD Michigan State Dean and Bench Scientist, Could this be our smartest DO to date?
Dr. Andrea Amalfitano is an osteopathic physician, has a PhD, is a pediatrician, geneticist, educator, patient advocate, virologist, dean . . . and so much more!In today's episode Dr. Amalfitano discusses his pathway to Osteopathic Medi...
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Episode 120: Dr. Stella Rubina, D.O.- FP- Making a Difference in Palliative Care: Philosophies on living your best life and dying with dignity
We are always flattered when we are approached by exemplary physicians who wish to share their story. On today’s episode we speak with Dr. Stella Rubina a physician who serves as Director of the Palliative Care Medicine Department at M...
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Episode 119: Dr. Joshua Lenchus, D.O. - From Community College to President (of the Florida Medical Association!) Oh, The places you'll go!
This week we are joined by Dr. Josh Lenchus, who has been featured in the American Osteopathic Association’s “The DO” many times, most recently as the first DO to be elected as the president of the Florida Medical Association. While givin...
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Episode 118: The future of Osteopathy! How I got into medical school. . . D.O. or do not- There is no try!
In this episode we interview four medical students who have been integral to the podcast over the past year. Meet Violet, Matt, Ben and Lilly. . . all future Osteopathic Physicians! Congratulations! For anyone who wants to hea...
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Episode 117: Dr. Adrian Woolley, D.O. -Director of Osteopathic Principals and Practice(OPP), Des Moines University COM
Today we interview Dr. Adrian Woolley who is the current Director of Osteopathic Clinical Medicine at Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine (DMUCOM) . Dr. Wooley received her medical education from DMUCOM and completed her medic...
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Episode 116: Dr. Mary Doellman, D.O. - HOW DO YOU PICK YOUR ear, NOSE and throat specialty??
How flattering it is when amazing Osteopathic Physicians call US to be on the podcast! In today’s episode, we welcome Dr. Mary S. Doellman, a board-certified otolaryngologist and allergy physician (ENT) with Phelps Health in Rolla, MO. As...
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Episode 115: Dr. Vania Manipod, D.O. - Psychiatrist AND Editor of the DO?! INSANE that she can do it all!
Today’s guest speaker is Dr. Vania Manipod. Dr. Manipod is a board-certified psychiatrist and graduate of Western University of Health sciences in Pamona California. She is the editor-in-chief of the DO, an amazing publication...
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Episode 114: Drs. Jill and Stephen Sisselman, D.O. - Primary Care Showdown! IM vs FP! Which one is for you?
In today's episode, we tackle the question of . . . interested in primary care. . . should you do family practice or internal medicine? and what are the differences? To answer this question we called on Dr. Jill ...
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Episode 113: Dr. Robert Hasty, D.O. Dean of the NEW Orlando-COM! This DO is NO Mickey Mouse!
In today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Robert Hasty, Dean and Chief Academic Officer of OCOM. This is a new osteopathic medical school which is opening it's doors in August 2024, in Orlando, FL. Dr. Hasty speaks about what the school w...
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