10.06.26
For the first time, women make up the majority of osteopathic primary care physicians
For the first time in AOA Physician Masterfile records, women make up the majority of osteopathic physicians (DOs)…
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AOA launches new board certification in Advanced Benign Gynecologic Surgery | 10.06.26
The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) and the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (AOBOG) today launched Advanced…
08.18.26
AOA mourns passing of Civil Rights Movement leader and influential physician William G. Anderson, DO
AOA Past President and Civil Rights Movement leader William G. Anderson, DO, passed away on Aug. 16, 2026,…
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Being board certified is a must in today’s healthcare environment. It signifies your competency as a physician and demonstrates that your knowledge and experience meet clinical standards.
AOA board certification is key to maintaining our unique approach to healthcare. It provided a foundation that has allowed me to develop necessary skills to care for patients, from the weekend warrior to Olympic athletes.
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