If not, what is the difference? Should I continue to see this doctor?
2007-06-09 11:59:15 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
D.O.'s and M.D.'s go to schools with minor differences in thought of medical approach. However, in all 50 states they can practice equally and take the same boards. D.O.'s are often certified by MD boards so they have done the exact sdame program as an MD. If you are comfortable with your physician, DO or MD, you should stay with them.
There is no difference practically between the two degrees these days.
2007-06-11 07:43:29 · answer #1 · answered by drmsm2003 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. It is a somewhat different form of training which focuses more on holistic treatment. Some people prefer a D.O., which is far less common than an M.D., for this reason, while others are less comfortable with their training. Personally, if I were going in for something minor, I probably wouldn't care, but if I had a serious condition, I would prefer an M.D.
2007-06-09 12:10:00 · answer #2 · answered by neniaf 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
He was a Doctor of Osteopathy. I don't know exactly what the difference is in his educational preparation. I do know that in my state they are allowed to practice medicine to the same extent as a regular MD. I have only known one osteopath, but he was a good doctor.
2007-06-09 12:04:30 · answer #3 · answered by KIZIAH 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, it's Doctor of Osteopathy, a little different, but I have both MD's and DO's working for me, and which school they come from matters less than their postgraduate training and personal characteristics. I wouldn't worry.
2007-06-09 14:00:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
just make sure he is not an optometrist, he he
2007-06-09 13:57:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋