October 2008
Cover article
Election dissection: Delegates take a close look at the AOA’s electoral process
Despite the openness of many of the AOA’s operations, one activity remains something of a mystery to a large number of DOs—the nomination of AOA officers and other AOA trustees.
Other features
Rededication, reformation, renewal: Vision for the profession’s future
Delivering the 63rd Andrew Taylor Still Memorial Address, 2001-02 AOA President James E. Zini, DO, stressed unity among and emphasized the importance of osteopathic graduate medical education to the future of osteopathic medicine.
Departments
Newsbriefs—AOA introduces new insurance broker for members
The AOA is partnering with Aon Affinity Insurance Services to provide members with a variety of insurance products and services. In addition, Frank Luntz, PhD, will give the keynote address at the AOA convention in Las Vegas in October.
President’s Voice—Gathering data to improve patient care
AOA President Carlo J. DiMarco, DO, outlines the AOA’s Clinical Assessment Program.
Executive Director’s Desk—2,669 in FY09: Deciding to participate in a great association
"You cannot get the services we provide from anyone else," writes AOA Executive Director John B. Crosby, JD, in detailing the benefits of AOA membership.
To the Point—A common itch!
Arnold Menick, DO, calls attention to a common, irritating grammatical gaffe.
OMS Spotlight—Anatomy of giving: Cadavers inspire student to create mural
An LMU-DCOM student paints a mural in his school’s anatomy laboratory in memory of body donors.