What is distinctive about being a doctor of osteopathic medicine (D.O.)?
“Osteopathic medicine’s foundation is a focus on evaluation and treatment of the patient as a whole – viewing patients in light of their unique life and environmental situations, and considering how these factors may influence their overall health and well-being. In appropriate settings, manipulative therapies are employed as an adjunct to traditional medical treatment. My osteopathic education prepared me very well for my training and career as a physiatrist.” Why did you choose Mayo Clinic for your residency training? “The reputation of Mayo is unbeatable in my mind, but that’s certainly not all – it’s the people here, their professionalism, skill and respect for one another that stands out.” What do you think are Mayo’s strengths? “The focus on the patient – that the patient’s well-being is really on the top of everyone’s mind. It’s incredible to see how well the team-based approach works here, and how many people are working together for the best care of the patient. The staff phys
