December 2008
Cover article
Flu pandemic a matter of when, not if
The threat of a widespread influenza pandemic, similar to the worldwide outbreak of the Spanish flu in 1918-19, should remain a top concern within the medical community, DOs, say.
For the record: EMRs aren’t so scary, DOs say
Two DOs assured physicians that the switch to paperless systems will ultimately lead to increased efficiency, added time with patients and fewer medical errors.
NOMA offers free health screenings for underserved
The National Osteopathic Medical Association hosted is fourth annual health fair, offering free health screenings for adults and children and providing educational programs for community members.
The weighting game: Treating patients for obesity
Whether looking at the figure on a scale or the digits in a patient’s body mass index, DOs should try not to focus too much on numbers.
Breaking through the barriers of ADHD diagnosis
Diagnosing patients for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder can be challenging because the majority of affected patients will have one or more comorbid conditions at some point in their lives.
Yours, truly: More than 9,000 attendees brought convention to life
The AOA convention in Las Vegas attracted a record number of attendees. Here’s a look at some of them.
Departments
Newsbriefs—OIA ratifies 20 new members, honors outgoing chairman
Following its general meeting in November, the 4-year-old Osteopathic International Alliance has grown to include 49 members.
President’s Voice—Caribbean school finds price is right, but we all might pay
The actions of a Caribbean medical school could have repercussions for all osteopathic and allopathic medical students.
Executive Director’s Desk—Think globally, act locally: Guidelines for ‘big’ associations
Even in the time of billion-dollar corporate bailouts, "big" isn’t always "bad."
To the Point—Epiphany and communication
Physicians have to stop thinking of medical communication as only what they professionally say or write.
OMS Spotlight—Every step counts: SOMA walks kids through diet, exercise tips
Dozens of Las Vegas children participated in the Student Osteopathic Medical Association’s annual philanthropy project at the Lied Discovery Children’s Museum in Las Vegas.