Pre-Medical Advising: Doctor of Osteopathy

Some students interested in medicine may decide to pursue a Doctor of Osteopathy instead of a traditional medical degree. Osteopathic physicians, like traditional physicians, can choose any specialty, prescribe drugs, perform surgery, and practice medicine anywhere in the United States. Osteopathic medicine has a focus on holistic treatment and patient-centric care, and osteopathic physicians are trained in osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT).

Here are some links that should be helpful to students considering / pursuing a career in osteopathic medicine:

Applying to Osteopathic Medical School

• Pre-Medical Timeline
• Course Planning
• Choosing Med Schools
• Applying to Med School
• Sending Addresses to HSAC
• Funding Med School
• The MCAT
• Doctor of Osteopathy
• HSAC Forms
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