Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons - MAOPS

06/18/2026

MOAC: More than a conference. A community.

We had a great time learning, connecting and celebrating the osteopathic profession. From educational sessions and networking opportunities to reconnecting with colleagues and making new connections, this year’s Missouri Osteopathic Annual Conference was filled with meaningful conversations, valuable seminars and memorable moments.

Couldn’t make it to this year’s MOAC or want to relive your favorite moments? Check out the recap.

Mark your calendars for next year: MOAC 2027 will be April 16-18, 2027, at Old Kinderhook Lodge. Registration opens this fall.

But now our question is… Do you have your karaoke song picked out for next year?

06/15/2026

Don’t say it’s so! VOCCME #6 is coming to an end and TODAY is the last day to register!

CME should be more than a requirement. It should be a chance to be informed, continue growing and providing the highest quality care you can for your patients.

“I think it’s really cool that we’re getting together a large group of osteopaths with a broad variety of specialties and coming up with programming that is interesting for everyone. And that’s hard to do.” – Jared Nichols, DO

Courses are accredited for both AOA and AMA Category 1 credit.

Registration for VOCCME #6 closes today, June 15. Courses must be completed by June 30, 2026.

Learn more at VOCCME.org.

06/12/2026

Please join us in congratulating Megan Cates, DO, recipient of the 2026 MAOPS President’s Award.

Known as an advocate in the osteopathic community, Megan Cates, DO, is a dedicated leader focused on finding opportunities for her patients and fellow physicians.

“During my interactions with Dr. Cates, I have observed her offering mentorship and encouragement to young physicians and students, sharing practical insights from her own professional journey, and modeling confidence, humility, and authenticity,” says past MAOPS President Katie Davenport-Kabonic, DO.

Learn more about Megan Cates, DO, and the President’s Award in this press release.

06/11/2026

CME shouldn’t be about meeting requirements. It should be about staying informed so you can provide the highest level of care possible for your patients.

VOCCME provides flexible, high-quality courses designed to fit your schedule.

“It’s the quality that physicians are looking for.” – Bruce Williams, DO

Whether you’re needing 8, 16 or even 48 credits, register today for courses accredited for both AOA and AMA Category 1 credit.

Registration for VOCCME #6 closes June 15. Complete courses by June 30, 2026.

Learn more at VOCCME.org.

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

From July 24–26, 2026, we’re hosting a CME event at Margaritaville Kansas City. This session is specifically designed to improve competence in diagnosing and treating primary care issues in the physician office setting. It will provide practitioners with evidence-based methods and strategies to assist in providing better management and treatment options for patients.

Credits: 16 AOA Category 1-A credits.

Register here: www.atsu.edu/cme-margaritaville-kc

06/04/2026

As one chapter is celebrated, another begins. New leadership always brings opportunities for growth and connection.

Please join us in welcoming President Patrick Nakashima-Moran, DO, as he begins his year in this role after officially obtaining the title at the Missouri Osteopathic Annual Conference.

During the event, Patrick Nakashima-Moran, DO, was presented with resolutions from both the Missouri House and Senate in recognition of his upcoming term as President, an honor that reflects his dedication to Missouri’s osteopathic community and the future of healthcare across the state.

When asked about what he sees as a value of MAOPS, he shared, “MAOPS isn’t always going to be the organization that just does things for you, but that’s not really the osteopathic way in the first place. MAOPS can bring whatever you want it to bring.”

We’re excited to see how his leadership helps continue fostering connection, support and progress throughout the MAOPS community in the year ahead.

To learn more about Patrick Nakashima-Moran, DO’s vision for the next year of MAOPS, see his interview here: https://youtube.com/shorts/DDIjrStUxi4?feature=share

06/02/2026

Are you looking for virtual CME that is flexible, high-quality and designed to help you better serve your patients?

You choose how many courses to take and which ones fit your needs.

Credits are available for both AOA and AMA categories.

“I can choose the speakers who are in my specialty. You don’t get that everywhere.” – Elizabeth Stover Lucore, DO, MAOPS Board President-Elect

Registration for VOCCME #6 closes June 15. Complete courses by June 30, 2026.

Learn more at VOCCME.org.

05/28/2026

MAOPS joined A.T. Still University late last year for a ribbon cutting ceremony honoring the Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (MAOPS) Gallery Hall.

We are dedicated to supporting and advocating for osteopathic medicine and are here as a resource for DOs at every stage of their journey. As part of that commitment, we strive to honor our profession’s roots through community resources and education opportunities.

Thank you to ATSU and Still Magazine for this feature. Learn more about the ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony here:https://www.atsu.edu/news/wp-content/uploads/SM-Spring-Summer-2026-SPREADS-WEB.pdf

05/27/2026

Strong communities grow even stronger when they’re shaped by leaders who care with purpose, invest in others and work to move healthcare forward with a shared mission.

At the Missouri Osteopathic Annual Conference in Camdenton, we had the privilege of celebrating Katie Davenport-Kabonic, DO’s time as President of the Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons.

Throughout her leadership, Katie Davenport-Kabonic, DO, helped foster a sense of connection, support and community that continues to make MAOPS such a meaningful organization to so many across Missouri.

One of the conference’s most heartfelt moments was the presentation of a handmade gavel created by Trustee Ken Zaremski, DO, and presented by incoming President Patrick Nakashima-Moran, DO, a meaningful reflection of the care and dedication that defined her presidency.

Though her time in her presidential role has come to an end, her focus on advocacy will not. It’s remained a strong focus both throughout this time and her work as a provider. “I’ve personally seen a lot of mistrust in physicians from the public and patients, and as a physician, I’m just trying to help in any way I can,” she shared. “Advocacy brings to light what may be influencing public perception or influencing my ability to practice in a way that feels ethical and patient centered.”

To hear more from Katie Davenport-Kabonic, DO, and preview her full interview, watch here: https://youtube.com/shorts/myMBKoTMmF8?si=xTy_R3tjKVUi3IOD