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The letters following a doctor or other professional's name are known as professional acronyms. They indicate what advanced degree(s) the person has earned. The letters M.D. indicate a medical doctorate degree, while the letters D.O. indicate a doctor of osteopathic medicine. There are many other acronyms to indicate a wide range of degrees and specialties.

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