06.07.19
New CME guidelines for AOA board-certified docs are now available online
The 2019–2021 Continuing Medical Education Guide outlining CME requirements for AOA board-certified physicians is now available online. The…
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Tell us how you use osteopathic techniques in practice | 07.17.19
A large-scale national survey is now underway to gather data on how DOs currently employ osteopathic medicine and…
05.08.19
AOBOG tests potential online replacement for recertification exam
The American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology is currently piloting short web-based exams meant to replace its…
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As an AOA board-certified physician, Jennifer Caudle, DO, seeks to improve patient care through continuous learning and professional development. "AOA board certification reflects my commitment to the unique principles and practice of osteopathic medicine," she says.
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