What does DO stand for in medical titles?

Answer 1

D.O. is Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, a graduate of a different medical training program with licensure as a different type of medical professional than an M.D., or Medical Doctor. However, for most purposes the training and licensure are equal to one another. A difference in practice is that a DO (aka Doctor of Osteopathy) is also trained in osteopathic medicinewhich includes theories and procedures of musculoskeletal manipulation in which Medical Doctors are not specifically trained. The basic medical training and practice is comparable, however.

Answer 2

The letters DO after a medical physician's name stand for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. That is the name of the degree the doctor earned after completing four years of medical school in the United States.

Answer 3

The abbreviation D.O. stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. This medical profession was founded in the mid-1800s by Andrew Taylor Still. In the 21st century now, D.O.s receive training which is equivalent to the training that Doctors of Medicine (M.D.) receive. However, they also learn OMT (osteopathic manipulative technique). Upon graduation from medical school, D.O.s are eligible for residency specialty training in the same manner afforded to M.D.s.

Answer 4

The letters DO after a medical physician's name stand for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. That is the name of the degree the physician earned after completing four years of medical school in the United States.

Answer 5

After a physician's name, the letters D.O. stand for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.

Answer 6

DO in medical titles stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.

Answer 7

D.O. after a physician's name stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.

Answer 8

D O = Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Answer 9

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine