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Understanding the Difference between Osteopathic Medicine and MD

What is Osteopathic Medicine? Osteopathic medicine is a distinct branch of medicine that emphasizes the interconnection of all body systems and the body’s innate ability to heal itself. Osteopathic physicians (DOs) are licensed medical professionals who undergo rigorous training in the musculoskeletal system and its relationship to overall health and disease. DOs receive the same medical education and training as…