A Resolution recognizing the week of April 14 through 20, 2025, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week" in Pennsylvania.
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Overview
This Senate Resolution recognizes the week of April 14 through 20, 2025, as ‘National Osteopathic Medicine Week’ in Pennsylvania. The resolution highlights the significant contributions of doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs) and osteopathic medical students in Pennsylvania and across the United States. It acknowledges Pennsylvania’s leadership in the field of osteopathic medicine and celebrates the profession’s unique approach to patient care.
Key provisions
- Designates April 14-20, 2025, as ‘National Osteopathic Medicine Week’ in Pennsylvania.
- Recognizes the contributions of over 197,398 DOs and osteopathic medical students.
- Highlights Pennsylvania’s status as a leading state for DO practitioners (ranking third).
- Acknowledges the presence of three Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine in Pennsylvania.
- Notes that a majority of DOs practice in primary care specialties.
- Mentions the relatively young age of many DOs (62% under 45).
- Recognizes the historical significance of osteopathic medicine and its founder, Andrew Taylor Still.
- Highlights the prominent roles DOs hold in various healthcare sectors.
Who is affected
- Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DOs)
- Osteopathic Medical Students
- Pennsylvanians
- Healthcare Professionals
- Patients in Pennsylvania
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Daniel Laughlin
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