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Kansas Association Osteopathic Medicine Providing Over 109 Years of Service to Osteopathic Physicians and Their Patients. Dr. Still was dissatisfied with the effectiveness of 19th century medicine.

Osteopathic medicine is a unique form of American medical care that was started in 1874 by Andrew Taylor Still, M.D., D.O. He believed that many of the treatments and medications of his day were useless or even harmful. Dr. Still was one of the first in his time to study the attributes of good health so that he could better understand the process of disease. In response, Dr. Still developed a phil

osophy of medicine based on ideas that date back to Hippocrates, the father of medicine. That philosophy focuses on the unity of all body parts. Dr. Still identified the musculoskeletal system as a key element of health. He recognized the body's ability to heal itself and stressed preventive medicine, eating properly and keeping fit. Dr. Still pioneered the concept of "wellness" more than 130 years ago. In today's terms, D.O.s evaluate each patient's personal health risks-such as smoking, high blood pressure, excessive cholesterol levels, stress and other lifestyle factors. In coordination with prescribing appropriate medical treatment, osteopathic physicians act as teachers to help patients take more responsibility for their well-being and to change un-healthy patterns. Osteopathic medicine is one of the fastest growing healthcare professions in the U.S. and brings a unique philosophy to traditional medicine. With a strong emphasis on the inter-relationship of the body's nerves, muscles, bones and organs, doctors of osteopathic medicine, or D.O.s, apply the philosophy of treating the whole person to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, disease and injury

KAOM is pleased to share that Dr. Brett Wyrick, of the Federal Aviation Administration, will be a presenter at our Sprin...
03/20/2026

KAOM is pleased to share that Dr. Brett Wyrick, of the Federal Aviation Administration, will be a presenter at our Spring Conference March 27 - 28 in Overland Park.

KAOM's Spring Conference will feature expert speakers on pediatric psychiatry, advocacy and reimbursement. Special sess...
03/05/2026

KAOM's Spring Conference will feature expert speakers on pediatric psychiatry, advocacy and reimbursement. Special sessions on Fascia Distortion Model and "Food is Medicine" from the Sunflower Foundation. Join us! Link in comments.

POCUS Workshop - May 3rd in Overland ParkOn Saturday at KAOM's Spring Conference (much lower priced than similar worksho...
04/21/2025

POCUS Workshop - May 3rd in Overland Park

On Saturday at KAOM's Spring Conference (much lower priced than similar workshops).
Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) involves using portable ultrasound machines at the bedside or in other clinical settings to quickly diagnose and guide procedures. It offers a rapid and non-invasive imaging modality that enhances patient care by providing timely diagnostics and improving clinical outcomes.

Stay ahead in osteopathic medicine with cutting-edge topics and expert speakers. From emerging treatments to hands-on learning, this conference is designed to enhance your expertise and elevate patient care.

04/11/2025

KAOM's Spring Conference will feature a Post-Conf workshop on Point-of-Care Ultrasound. Curious? Watch this video.

Kansas is the 19th best state to practice medicine in, according to WalletHub's annual list. Montana is best, while Hawa...
03/26/2025

Kansas is the 19th best state to practice medicine in, according to WalletHub's annual list.
Montana is best, while Hawaii comes in last.

For the second year in a row, Montana leads WalletHub’s annual list, while Hawaii comes in last. See where your state landed.

03/25/2025
Here's your friendly reminder that tomorrow, May 15 is the LAST day to lock in KAOM's special room rate at SpringHill Su...
05/14/2024

Here's your friendly reminder that tomorrow, May 15 is the LAST day to lock in KAOM's special room rate at SpringHill Suites by Marriott for our CME conference. Be sure to take advantage of this great deal today!

Please join the Kansas Association of Osteopathic Medicine for the rescheduled dates of this year's conference at the Springhill Suites by Marriott!

05/07/2024

We want to thank each of you who have registered to join us for our Spring CME Conference. If you'd initially registered for the April dates - not to worry! That registration will automatically roll over for the new dates of May 31 - June 1.

If you haven't had a moment to get registered yet, there's still time! Just hit the link below. We look forward to seeing everyone in Lawrence!

05/07/2024

The Journal of Osteopathy was launched 130 years ago in May 1894. Volume 1, Issue Number 1 included an Address by Dr. A. T. Still to his students, given May 7th, 1894, a report on Graduating Exercises, the Position Osteopathy Occupies Under the Present State Law, an Introduction to the journal, a Brief Outline of the Work and Life of Dr. A. T. Still, A*O Requirements for students, a Petition, and several ads. All available to read here in this PDF on our website:https://www.atsu.edu/museum-of-osteopathic-medicine/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/JournalofOsteopathyVol1No11894May.pdf
Image: Museum of Osteopathic Medicine [JO Vol. 1 No. 1]

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