Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine are fully licensed physicians trained to practice in any medical specialty. In addition to utilizing the latest advancements in conventional medicine, including medications and surgical interventions, D.O.s bring a unique dimension to patient care through their expertise in Osteopathic Manual Medicine.
OMM involves the skilled use of hands to diagnose and address subtle misalignments in the body’s structure—such as those in bones, muscles and connective tissues—that may contribute to a patient’s illness or injury. Grounded in the understanding that these misalignments can disrupt the body’s natural functions, D.O.s use Osteopathic Manual Treatment to promote self-healing and restore balance.
By integrating conventional medical practices with OMM, D.O.s provide a holistic approach to health, focusing not only on treating symptoms but also on supporting the body’s inherent ability to heal itself.
Learn more about DMU’s  one-year OMM fellowship, the Osteopathic Clinical Medicine department and OMM in the DMU Clinic.