Through readings of osteopathic leaders such as Robert Fulford and scientists such as Irvin Korr, I have come to understand the importance of the osteopathic philosophy, and that understanding galvanized my desire to pursue the Doctor of Osteopathy. My experience at Western University has lived fully up to my expectations. I cannot be grateful enough for the opportunity to integrate the osteopathic philosophy in my care of a patient - my words, my approach, my touch. You are trained as a generalist first and a specialist last. You practice holistic medicine, that is, you integrate the traditional allopathic modalities with manipulative therapy, nutrition, the biopsychosocial model, preventive medicine and osteopathy.
Osteopathic medicine is a relatively young, small profession.
You just can't find that in allopathy. I enjoy the diversity of my training, which will give me the tools to help patients with a wider spectrum of problems. In addition, I have found the osteopathic community to be a very cohesive group who are always interested in helping students toward becoming successful osteopathic physicians. That unity is the driving factor in helping osteopathy continue to thrive.