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    First, there is the Osteopathic Manipulation Technique, which mainly uses a massage. The soft-tissues at the back of the body are manipulated using hands and also pressure applied next to the back muscles and facet joints. The doctor of osteopath normally uses traction, where…

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    Patient Observation

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    This week I was able to observe how the clinic handles inbox telephone messages received from patients and inbox referrals for new patients when they need to be seen by Becky Godby. Chuck asked me to assist him with a vaginal cyst examination. Dr. Rosengren allowed me to draw up an injection with lidocaine and triamcinolone acetonide (Kenalog), which was performed under his direct supervision. I observed a Papanicolaou (PAP) smear procedure, setup, and collection with theThinPrep Pap test. Under…

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    Becoming A Neurosurgeon

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    There are thousands of career options to consider when making the decision of what you want to be when you grow older. For me, becoming a neurosurgeon was a very recent interest I had taken on. A neurosurgeon is a surgeon who specializes in the examination and identifying the necessary surgical treatment regarding the brain and spine. Some diagnoses are trauma, tumors, disorders, infections and diseases that can occur in the brain or spinal cord. The educational path and training to become a…

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    Psychiatrists-Attend medical school and earn an M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) or D.O. (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) degree. Also they can go on for additional, specialized training in psychiatry during a residency (an additional 3-4 years). Training for psychiatrists focuses primarily on biological aspects of mental illness. Due to there extra medical training, psychiatrists can prescribe medications, and their work with clients may include talk therapy combined with medications. Social…

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    The effective practice of medicine is built upon the values of compassion, patient education, cultural sensitivity, and teamwork. While I have been successful in my experiences, I have only felt the same fascination in the clinical setting. Focused on challenges extending beyond their…

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    CCOM Reflection

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    educating its students on the value of patient-centered care, diversity, and willingness to improve the world. An integrative approach to healing is at the forefront of medicine, and it is incredible to see how CCOM educates its students about the whole-body from the start of medical school. Patient-centered care with a focus on osteopathic and holistic techniques should not be a privilege. Diversity should not stand in the way of everyone receiving equal treatment, but rather encourage doctors…

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    I have had a direct view into the world of medicine and patient care, bringing with me empathy as a patient, as staff in both hospitals and offices, as a caregiver, and from shadowing doctors, my view is a full circle. Each step of my life has always been headed towards the medical field, to aid others…

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    INTRODUCTION: Comprehensive Primary Care plus is a five-year model that will begin in January 2017. CPC+ is an advanced primary care medical home model that aims to ensure care delivery design through a regionally based multi-payer payment reform. CPC+ includes two primary care practice tracks to deliver better care and improve health outcome. In the first track, the CMS would pay a risk adjusted monthly payment for each Medicare beneficiary’s care management services, in addition to fee for…

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    with low GPA to apply and become a doctor. The idea of maintaining professionalism is very intriguing and is what I personally think important for the students pursuing in medicine. Lastly, I chose this program because LECOM is encouraging the students to continue to research and educate themselves on their journey in medicine throughout. If I were to get accepted for the post-baccalaureate program at LECOM even though I may be lacking in GPA and other aspects I am aware that the program will be…

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    the specific case at hand. The profession of a physician, more specifically and ER physician, is overseen by three organizations that are authorized to grant board-certified physicians in emergency medicine: the American Board of Emergency Medicine, the American Osteopathic Board of Emergency medicine and the Board Certification in Emergency…

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