I saw that this popular social media doctor (Dr. Mike) didn't go to med school - he did this seven year accelerated BSc and DO program at an Institute of Technology.
This seems like a lot less work than what I understand MDs undergo. Is a DO to an MD the medicine equivalent to being a nutritionist rather than a licensed dietitian?
Approximately how many doctor of medicine (MD) and doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO) first-year spots are there?
One of my friends got a degree in Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at UNT and I was thinking of gifting her a nice frame for it. I know it's a long shot, but hoping I might get lucky and someone will have one!
Hi all. Earning my DO degree (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine). Wondering if I am still able to teach as a lecturer or adjunct professor with a DO degree? Of course my main job will be as a Physician, but I think I could do some justice teaching undergraduates biology and other related science courses. Also would I be able to do research as well on a part time basis?
If they got the initials right, I would actually apply. DOOM is so much fucking cooler than MD its ridiculous AND it actually represents the name of the degree
Where do you see Osteopathic medicine in the next 10-20 years?
That was my undergrad. We are probably the only Ivy to not have a medical school. Let’s make that a COM! Can we have one? What you think? Will COCA and PU get married?
Are both of these medical schools you can apply to at MSU?
Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine
This program is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and is a DO program. Tuition (including fees, books, room/board) is about $76k per year, and they consider above a 3.5/500+ (GPA/MCAT) to be competitive. I could not find information about their residency placements but below I have added a link which contains some “Fast Facts” about their program for those interested. They do list some information about their rotations though.
https://acheedu.org/arcom/academics/oms-years-3-4/
https://acheedu.org/arcom/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/01/Fast-Facts-19-20.pdf
There are some student housing units for medical students (some are dog friendly).
https://acheedu.org/student-housing/
The state of Arkansas does not have any protections against sexual orientation/gender identity discrimination.
There are no offices of Diversity, LGBTQ+, or a Medical School Pride Alliance Chapter. There was also no rating from the Campus Pride Index.
There is a LGBT+ Healthcare Alliance but there is not a lot of information about it. https://acheedu.org/registered-student-organizations/
Good luck and Congrats to those who are finishing/finished this semester out! Sorry for the reprieve but I am back with our next Medical School Breakdown!
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University
This program is located in Glendale, Arizona and is a DO program. Tuition is $71k per year year, the average MCAT/GPA is 506/3.5. Their class of 2019 had an 86% graduation rate.
“MS-III core rotations cover 44 weeks. 4 weeks of cardiology, general surgery, OB/GYN, pediatrics and psychiatry, 8 weeks of family medicine and internal medicine , 4 weeks of rural/undeserved and 4 weeks of Primary Care.”
“MS-IV core rotations cover 40 weeks. 4 weeks of critical care/ICU, emergency medicine, sub-specialty surgery and sub specialty internal medicine, 24 weeks of electives, and additionally 4 weeks Board Study/vacation.”
Their top 3 residency placements are Internal, family, and Anesthesiology. They also have students place into surgery, neurology, psychiatry, and many enter military services.
Arizona currently only has sexual orientation protections, but Glendale does have a fairness ordinance/City protections for LGBTQ+ individuals.
There are no offices of Diversity, LGBTQ+, or a Medical School Pride Alliance Chapter.
However, there is a Gay-Straight Alliance.
Hey everyone! I’ve been actively moderating r/osteopathy in the hopes of reviving it, and so far it’s been going pretty well!
It might not be for everyone, since I understand this sun is specifically for applicants to DO programs, but I figured there’s no harm in promoting :)
I’d love if you could check it out, just let me know if you have any questions.
Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine
This program is located in Dothan, Alabama and is a DO school.
Tuition is about $44k a year, the average MCAT/GPA is 504/3.45, and the top residences are family, internal, and anesthesiology. https://my.visme.co//index.php?_url=/view/ep9n0191-onz2g07w1ew65e6p&
The state of Alabama does not have any protections against sexual orientation/gender identity discrimination.
This program does not have a campus pride index rating.
They do not have a Medical Student Pride Alliance Chapter, an office of LGBTQ+ resources, or an Office of Diversity and Inclusivity. They have hosted a Diversity week.
The state of Missouri has protections against discrimination for sexual orientation and Kirksville has it’s own discrimination protections as well.
Today I am happy to announce that I am finally ready to start my series evaluating medical school programs all across the nation. I will cover MD/DO schools alike, US/INT, and go over what resources they have for their LGBTQIA+ students and community. If you happen to be an alumni/attend a university that I cover and see that I have left out something important feel free comment/discuss below. I have a database of information on all the schools that I will continually update and want to make as an available and free resource for all of our members. All information I present is current to Aug 2020 and is therefore subject to change.
Without further ado I present the LGBTQIA+ Medical School Breakdown
A.T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
A.T. Still University is located in Kirksville, Missouri and is a DO school.
Tuition is about $57k a year, average MCAT/GPA is 503/3.66, and top residencies are family, internal and emergency
The state of Missouri has protections against discrimination for sexual orientation and Kirksville has it’s own dicrimination protections as well.
The campus pride index gives this University a rating of 1 out of 5 overall and in all categories.
Campus pride Index
- Overall Rating 1/5
- Sexual Orientation Score 1/5
- Gender Identity/Expression Score 1/5
- LGBTQ Policy Inclusion 1/5
- LGBTQ Support & Institutional Commitment 1/5
- LGBTQ Academic Life 1/5
- LGBTQ Student Life 1/5
- LGBTQ Housing & Residence Life 1/5
- LGBTQ Campus Safety 1/5
- LGBTQ Counseling & Health 1/5
- LGBTQ Recruitment & Retention Efforts ⅕
They do have Trans-inclusive trained counselors, and new faculty/staff training opportunities on sexual orientation and gender identity
They do not have a Medical Student Pride Alliance Chapter nor an office of LGBTQ+ resources but they do have an Office of Diversity/Inclusivity. They also have a Gay-Straight Alliance group.
Hi all. Earning my DO degree (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine). Wondering if I am still able to teach as a lecturer or adjunct professor with a DO degree? Of course my main job will be as a Physician, but I think I could do some justice teaching undergraduates biology and other related science courses. Also would I be able to do research as well on a part time basis?
Thanks
