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Maximizing Osteopathic Education Through Curricular Design
by Jonathan Bruner, D.O., Director of Osteopathic Curriculum | May 16, 2022
Osteopathic philosophy courses at Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (COMs) can generally follow one of two paths. The first path is to teach students one area at a time, while the second is to cover the material by each osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) technique. Figuring out which approach is best for you is no easy task. Each one has its benefits and weaknesses.
College of Osteopathic Medicine Labs
by Jonathan Bruner, D.O., Director of Osteopathic Curriculum | April 13, 2022
Labs are the backbone of osteopathic education. They are where science begins to blend with art and where students start to learn how to become a physician. This can be a challenge for students, as they step outside a traditional classroom setting, and for COMs (Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine) to find the best way to format labs for their students' success.
Supporting Osteo’s Exponential Growth
by Jonathan Bruner, D.O., Director of Osteopathic Curriculum | March 11, 2022
At Kaplan, we have the unique ability to offer a wide range of content that provides the highest standard of osteopathic institutional support to eliminate any issues. Our goal continues to be to find ways to help support our partner institutions during this time of growth.
Osteopathic Philosophy Questions on COMLEX-USA
by Jonathan Bruner, D.O., Director of Osteopathic Curriculum | January 14, 2022
Understanding the intricacies of a standardized test can be an arduous task. This is no different when it comes to the COMLEX-USA exams. Specifically, there can be some confusion when it comes to the osteopathic philosophy questions.