Transcript Student DOcter Michigan State University College of

Student DOctor
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
This presentation is brought to you by
the Michigan Osteopathic Student Society
Outline
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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
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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
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Osteopathic focus
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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?
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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:
Doctors of Osteopathy:
Typically complete a four-year undergraduate
degree with emphasis on scientific courses.
Spend 300-500 more hours in class during
medical school due to OMM training.
Complete four years of basic medical education.
Take the COMLEX and can take the USMLE
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.
Can do a DO or an MD residency
Must pass comparable state licensing exams.
MD’s:
Both practice in fully accredited and licensed
health care facilities and often practice together.
Can do an MD residency
Can prescribe medicine.
Take the USMLE boards
How do I get into medical school?
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Have a good balance of
grades, MCAT scores, extracurricular 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
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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
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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
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
Student Life
Sports on Campus
Intramural Sports
Tradition
Parks and Recreation
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
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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
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Websites
– http://www.com.msu.edu
– http://students.kobiljak.msu.edu
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E-mail
– [email protected]
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Questions
– http://studentdoctor.com.msu.edu/moss/