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Osteopathy

Osteopathy is an established recognized system of diagnosis and treatment, which lays its main emphasis on the structural and functional integrity of the body. It is distinctive by the fact that it recognizes that much of the pain and disability which we suffer stems from abnormalities in the function of the body structure as well as damage caused to it by disease.

[Description by General Osteopathic Council, 28th October 1998, United Kingdom]

In the United States (where osteopathy originated in the late 19th century) osteopaths are complete physicians, designated by the letters D.O. which stand for doctor of osteopathy and are licensed to practice medicine and surgery and all medical specialties in all 50 states.

Sites in Osteopathy

Osteopathy in Canada
Professional schools offer the diplomate in osteopathy degree in Toronto, Montreal, and Quebec in German, French, and English. Access information about College d'Etudes Osteopathiques de Montreal, College d'Etudes Osteopathiques de Quebec, and the Canadian College of Osteopathy in Toronto.

Surgical Residencies
Listing of more than 60 U.S. programs approved by the AOA (American Osteopathic Association) for general surgery and many sub-specialties.

COMLEX FAQ
Detailed questions and answers about the Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examinations, a 3 step board test necessary for medical licensure. Contributors include a physician who writes test questions for the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners.

Easton Hospital Surgery Residency Program
Information for applicants including curriculum, case load, and rotation sites which include the Unviversity of Pennsylvania and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.