MD vs DO: Understanding the Differences

What percentage of practicing physicians in the US are DOs?

• 10%

• 15%

• 7%

• 5%

Who founded osteopathy in 1874?

• William Osler

• Hippocrates

• Andrew Taylor Still

• Florence Nightingale

What additional training do DO students receive compared to MD students?

• Surgical techniques

• Osteopathic manipulative medicine

• Advanced pharmacology

• Genetic counseling

What is the focus of the first two years in both MD and DO schools?

• Specialty training

• Building a core foundation of medicine

• Research projects

• Clinical rotations

Which exam do DO students take instead of the USMLE?

• LSAT

• MCAT

• COMLEX

• GRE

What is craniosacral therapy believed to affect?

• Nerve regeneration

• Lymphatic drainage

• Cerebrospinal fluid flow

• Blood circulation

Why might a DO degree be less respected than an MD degree?

• Higher tuition fees

• Less competitive admissions

• Longer study duration

• Limited international recognition

Which specialty is particularly challenging for DO graduates to match into?

• Psychiatry

• Plastic Surgery

• Pediatrics

• Family Medicine

What is a potential benefit of attending a DO school for students with lower GPAs?

• Easier curriculum

• More scholarship opportunities

• Increased acceptance chances

• Shorter program duration

Which type of medical school might be a good fit for someone interested in OMM?

• Allopathic medical school

• Veterinary school

• Nursing school

• Osteopathic medical school