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June 2025 Vol. 125, No. 6

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NMM/OMT

Effectiveness of osteopathic manual treatment in the elderly population: a scoping review of clinical evidence

Livio Molinari, DO; Luca Mingrone, DO; and Emanuele Novelli, DO
This scoping review evaluates the efficacy of OMT in elderly patients by analyzing selected studies that specifically explore its effects on balance, quality of life, and pain management.
Musculoskeletal Medicine and Pain

Chronic pain outcomes among patients treated by osteopathic vs. allopathic physicians: a 36-month follow-up study

John C. Licciardone, DO, MS, MBA; Hanna Lewis, BS; Kaylee Dahl, BS; Branden Adams, BS; and Subhash Aryal, PhD
This study aimed to compare the outcomes of patients with chronic low back pain treated by osteopathic and allopathic physicians in the United States utilizing a pragmatic design reflecting medical care in real-world settings, including an assessment of potential mediators of osteopathic medical care.
Medical Education

Incorporating the Certified Professional in Patient Safety credential into undergraduate medical curriculum: assessment and lessons learned

Lillee Gelinas, DNP, RN, CPPS; Amany K. Hassan, PhD; Janet Lieto, DO, FACOFP, CPPS; and Albert H. Yurvati, DO, PhD, CPPS
The objective of this study was to determine if the implementation of an advanced mandatory 2-week patient safety course, leading to the attainment of the Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS™) credential, can yield a measurable impact on medical students’ patient safety knowledge entering into residency.

Proposed Amendment to the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) Bylaws

View the proposed amendment to the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) Bylaws, which will be presented at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the House of Delegates (July 18–20, 2025).

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