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Osteopathic Physicians Recognized as Fully Licensed Physicians Equivalent to MDs in 47 Additional Countries
On November 8th, 2023 the International Association of Medical Regulatory Authorities (IAMRA) approved a resolution to recognize U.S.-trained Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DOs) as fully licensed physicians equivalent to Doctors of Medicine (MDs) or Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) in 47 IAMRA member countries.
Community
Take Part in World Diabetes Day on November 14 and Get Tested!
Early detection can make all the difference, as diabetes often shows no symptoms in its early stages. By knowing your risk and getting tested, you can take control of your health, make informed decisions, and work towards a better, diabetes-free future.
Faculty
Campaign Seeks to Expand Primary Care Access
Relatively speaking, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a new occupation in the medical field. In the 1960’s, the role of a NP was created in the United States to address a dire need for more physicians.
School News
Nevins’ Commitment to Women in Medicine Helps to Empower Next Generation
Despite the almost impossibly long list of accomplishments, Dr. Natalie A. Nevins, DO, MSHPE, MSS, FACOFP, FS, and Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve, almost didn’t go to medical school.
Students
Empathy Training Provides Insight into Patients' Struggles
Popcorn kernels are not the type of teaching equipment you would imagine in a medical course, but they are a core tool to build experiential understanding.
Students
A Day in the Life of a Physician Assistant Student on Rotations
My name is Ryan Vo, a third year Physician Assistant (PA) student and I've always been interested in medicine.
Faculty
Educator's Career Nurtures Future Leaders
Dr. Louise Santigo knew it was time to retire when a battle with cancer required managing her health more carefully. After a career in education, Santigo passed the mantle of Director of TUC’s Graduate School of Education to new director Dr. Karis Clarke.
Students
Nursing Student Overcomes Cancer
Jensine Duquilla always knew she wanted to be a nurse.
Students
Student Doctors Jennifer S. Addleman and Amrit S. Banga Awarded Scholarships
Two Touro students won scholarships at the 2023 Osteopathic Medical Education Conference (OMED), the largest gathering of osteopathic physicians and students. At an awards gala, hosted by the American Osteopathic Foundation, Jennifer Addleman and Amrit Banga were honored.
Faculty, Research
Psychiatric Pharmacist Dr. Kelan Thomas on Psychedelics: Benefits, Regulation, and Concerns
Despite the recent veto by California governor Gavin Newsom of SB-58, the bill that would have made some psychedelics legal in the state, Dr. Kelan Thomas believes that legalization is simply a matter of time.