Student DOctor Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine This presentation is brought to you by the Michigan Osteopathic Student Society

Outline Introduction Something exciting History Andrew Still MSUCOM What is a DO? Similarities and differences among DO’s and MD’s What you need to get in! Student Life at MSU Pictures Frequently asked questions Open Questions

Brief history of Osteopathy Civil War Surgeon Andrew Still, MD founded Osteopathy on the principal that the best way to fight disease was by naturally stimulating the body’s immune system. There are now 19 Osteopathic Schools in the country and is the fastest growing profession.

Tenets of Osteopathic Medicine Treat the patient, not the symptom Structure and function are interdependant Mind, body, and spirit is a whole Promote the body’s tendency and capacity to treat itself

Osteopathic focus Emphasis on prevention of diseases Treating disease/illness with behavioral modifications (exercise, diet, etc…) in addition to relying on medicine Use of Manual Medicine (OMM)

What is OMM? Technique used by osteopaths that focuses on the musculoskeletal system to encourage the self healing mechanisms of the body A hands on treatment that is utilized to diagnose and treat patients OMM can be used to alleviate sore back, sore neck, headaches, GI problems, etc… FACT: Two-thirds of the human body is composed of bones and muscles.

Comparison of DO’s and MD’s Both DO’s and MD’s: Typically complete a four-year undergraduate degree with emphasis on scientific courses. Complete four years of basic medical education. Can choose to practice in a specialty area of medicine after completing a residency program which requires an additional two to six years of training. Must pass comparable state licensing exams. Both practice in fully accredited and licensed health care facilities and often practice together. Can prescribe medicine. Doctors of Osteopathy: Spend 300-500 more hours in class during medical school due to OMM training. Take the COMLEX and can take the USMLE Can do a DO or an MD residency MD’s: Take the USMLE boards Can do an MD residency

How do I get into medical school? Have a good balance of grades, MCAT scores, extra-curricular activities and volunteer experiences and shadowing Admissions committees like diversity in experience and good leadership skills MSUCOM along with most osteopathic schools emphasize shadowing a DO so the applicant can appreciate the subtle differences from an MD Michigan State Specifics Completion of at least 90 semester or 135 term credits in an accredited college or university. Completion of eight semester or 12 term credits, including lecture and laboratory, with all grades at 2.0 or higher, in each of the following: Biology, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Physics MCAT scores are reviewed and set annually

“Notably quoted” “To find health should be the object of the doctor. Anyone can find disease.” Andrew T. Still, founder of Osteopathic Medcine “Doctors of osteopathic medicine combine the art of healing with the art of caring. The treat each patient with a warm, hands-on approach that’s more about wellness than illness.” John B Crosby, JD “Get the knowledge of the spine for this is the requisite of understanding many diseases.” Hippocrates

Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine Family environment Great support system Cooperative, not competitive MSUCOM is ranked 35 in primary care among all US medical schools (MD and DO) in US News and reports Emphasis on primary care but no limitation on specialization Doctor patient relationship and clinical skills courses offer many opportunities to work with physicians and patients Second year preceptor experience

Student groups and activities Some activities: Ethnic dinners (Food and dance) Vegas Night fundraiser Suture clinics Back boarding training Softball tournament Visit the tigers with the sports medicine group Pediatric exam classes Public policy groups Hospital technology and medical technology seminars Over 40 student groups Sports, surgical emergency, internal, pediatric, neuro/psych and obstetric medicine groups SOMA, UAAO, MOSS, TOMA, Community involvement Health fairs Special Olympics physicals Monster Dash, 5k run Doctor bag program Student council donated >5000 last year

Student Life

Sports on Campus Tradition Intramural Sports

Parks and Recreation

Frequently asked questions (FAQ) Do medical students still have a life? What is anatomy lab like? What is the workload of a typical medical student? How competitive is medical school?

Contact Information Websites http://www.com.msu.edu http://students.kobiljak.msu.edu E-mail mossdo@msu.edu Questions http://studentdoctor.com.msu.edu/moss/