A study based on data from the National Residency Match Program found that osteopathic medical students have made progress in general surgery but continue to face challenges. The study included 292 programs and 7,846 residents, 13.8% of whom were DOs.

The New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University has adopted an ambient artificial intelligence system that can streamline documentation. "This is going to help patient care, it's going to help doctor efficiency, and it's going to help patient outcomes when used appropriately," said Shane Speights, DO, dean of the college.

The Harvard Kennedy School's Project on Indigenous Governance and Development has recognized the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine at the Cherokee Nation. The school, the first tribally affiliated medical school in the US, was one of six finalists for the Honoring Nations Awards and was one of three High Honors recipients.

Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine hosted the Rural Health Scholars Retreat to address obstetrical care challenges in rural Ohio, where 13 of 88 counties are maternity care deserts. Medical students, clinicians and community partners discussed strategies to improve maternal and reproductive health care in underserved areas.

Jane Cerreiro, DO, dean of the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine, recalls the drop in infections when the US adopted universal hepatitis B vaccination for newborns. Cerreiro is among health officials in Maine speaking out against a CDC advisory panel's recommendation to delay the vaccination for some infants.

Join hundreds of OME leaders, faculty and students for three high-impact days of thought-provoking sessions, game-changing insights and can't-miss networking. Register now and mark your calendars for April 22-24, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

AACOM's Osteopathic Health Policy Internship is looking for osteopathic medical students to spend eight consecutive weeks working virtually with AACOM's Government Relations department, where they will learn about and advance AACOM’s legislative and regulatory advocacy priorities. The program is open to current second- and third-year students. Learn more and apply by February 20, 2026.

Curious about how digital health and AI are shaping osteopathic medicine? Join May Lin, DO, assistant dean for GME and Program Development at TUCOM, for a free, student-focused Q&A session on December 18, 2025, from 4:00-5:00 PM CT.

You'll also read about WVSOM's new strategic framework and KCU’s trailblazing Navy alumna paving the way for future DOs. Read more.