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GENERAL ORTHOPAEDIC What is a D.O.?

April 26, 2017orthopaedic

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GENERAL ORTHOPAEDIC What is a D.O.?

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A Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) is a fully qualified physician licensed to perform surgery and prescribe medication in all 50 states. Just like M.D.s, D.O.s must pass comparable state licensing examinations and both practice in fully accredited and licensed health care facilities.