Caring for People with Disabilities: A Career-Long Commitment to Growth
Kathleen Wong, OMS-V, and Dylan Hampel, OMS-IV, provide an introduction to care for people with disabilities.
Overcoming Barriers to Inclusive Precision Medicine Research and Genetic Screening: The Role of Osteopathic Family Medicine in Engaging Black Patients
Congratulations Daryl Traylor, Ph.D., M.S., MPH, OMS-I – Namey Burnett Award Winner, 2nd Place Precision medicine, an approach that tailor’s medical treatment to the individual characteristics of each patient, has revolutionized […]
Family and Primary Care Physicians and Transgender Care
Each year on March 31, we recognize International Transgender Day of Visibility. “It is a day to celebrate the lives and contributions of trans people, while also drawing attention to […]
Inspiring others – recognition from one doctor to another
As we continue to recognize the contributions and challenges of women in family medicine, Dr. Srijesa Khasnabish shares how Dr. Camara Phyllis Jones inspires her: Dr. Camara Phyllis Jones is […]
Recognizing Five of America’s First Black Doctors
Less than six percent of physicians in the United States identify as Black or African American, according to a study published last year (source: AAMC). In a February 2023 CNN.com […]
VA Care for LGBTQ Veterans
Learn how the VA supports LGBT+ veterans through its programming and services. Adapted from a presentation by Keri Griffen, LCSW, at ACOFP ’23
ACOFP’s Roll Call of Honor
In honor of Veteran’s Day, visit ACOFP’s Roll Call of Honor
What Civilian Physicians Should Know about Military Medicine
In a panel discussion from ACOFP ’23, military physicians talk about what civilian physicians need to know about caring for our servicemembers and veterans.
LGBTQIA+ Terminology: How to Treat Patients Confidently and Comfortably
Learn some of the best practices on LGBTQIA+ terminology and compassionate care for all patients from Natalie Yousef, OMS-II.
Advocating for Disaggregated Data in the Asian American Population
Disaggregated data is an important tool in reducing healthcare disparities among diverse populations, such as the Asian American community. Student doctor George Tong Yang explains why.
Honoring the Divine Feminine during Navratri
Nalini Velayudhan, DO, explains the significance of Navaratri, a Hindu festival celebrating the divine feminine that starts this year on Sunday, October 15.
Pennsylvania Celebrates First All-Female Executive Committee
This summer the Pennsylvania Osteopathic Family Physicians Society (POFPS) elected its first all-female executive committee. In honor of Women in Medicine Month, ACOFP is proud to congratulate them and feature a member spotlight on their new vice president, Christine Rohanna, DO.
Mission Moments: Remembering Why We Chose Medicine
Dr. Chandra Jennings shares a personal story of a moment that fulfilled the mission of medicine.
Healthcare for Hispanic Patients: Current Outcomes and Future Improvements
2023 Namey/Burnett Preventive Medicine Writing Award author Mitchell Schwocho, OMS-II, shares the current disparities contributing to disadvantages towards Hispanic Americans in healthcare and how progression is possible.
The Importance of Interpreters in Preventative Medicine
2023 Namey/Burnett Preventive Medicine Writing Award author Hannah Lynch, DO, reviews the benefit of having medical interpreters to keep the lines of communication open when in-need patients visit their doctor.
AAPI Heritage Month: Recognizing Contributions of AAPI Healthcare Workers
ACOFP President Dr. David Park dives into his Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage and explains why it is essential for the AAPI community to be active in the medical community and pursue careers in the field.