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DOs are fully licensed physicians who diagnose and treat illness, prescribe medications, and perform surgeries. They receive additional training in osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT), which emphasizes functional medicine and a mind-body-spirit approach to overall health and healing.
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Training requirements: Bachelor’s degree, four years of osteopathic medical school with additional training in hands-on musculoskeletal treatment, followed by 3–8 years of internships and residencies. DOs must also pass a state licensing exam and can pursue board certification through recognized medical boards.
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