Why I Strive to Be a DO

Doctor of Osteopathy:

An Unstoppable Drive to Help Improve Others 

I have a firm belief that pharmaceutical medicine should only be used in times of absolute necessity, which is not as common as one may think. I want to be able to provide exceptional care to all of my patients without prescribing them drugs and pharmaceuticals that lead to side effects, interactions, other complications, and added up expense. I believe that many ailments and a majority of pain has an etiology, and by identifying this etiology, one can determine a more holistic approach to treatment. Using my osteopathic knowledge which combines alternative medicine and manual techniques, I can help a larger audience of patients and provide the exceptional care that each individual deserves.

 In my 25 years of practice, I have seen a vast majority of cases and I believe that impaired tissues and impaired blood flow are most commonly the root cause of pain and discomfort. Muscle imbalance and tight fascia leads to impaired myofascial tensegrity which inevitably ends up in pain, strains, sprains, tears, and other symptomology. By repairing the muscle imbalance or releasing tension in the fascia and thus creating increased blood flow, many aches and pains can be treated without the implication of medicine.

            In my sect of practice, I have noted, for example, that osteoarthritis seems to develop from impaired biomechanics and impaired gait which inevitably disrupts the proprioceptive awareness. Patients do not even understand these asymmetries until they have pain or other symptoms. Waiting until there is a misalignment often leads to other ailments that could have been avoided by having a knowledgeable DO in their plan of care. That’s where I come in.

            By manually assisting patients to increase their blood flow, decrease the tension in their muscles and fascia, and encouraging holistic, healthy lifestyles, I can help to prevent a lot of ailments, diseases, or disorders that are often times “masked” by medicine rather than treated or eliminated altogether. Being a DO means more than just being a doctor, making diagnoses, and sending patients on their way. It means providing step-by-step care with alternative medicines to encourage both quality and longevity of life. It means truly being there for your patients to ensure that they have all the care and attention they deserve. It means taking a holistic approach to one’s body and ailments to encourage wholesome recovery. This belief system translates into personalized care. This means that I can provide holistic approaches and prescribe medication as needed for certain ailments I cannot cure without pharmaceutical intervention. Becoming a DO means combining two ends of medicinal practice to find a middle, well-rounded approach for each patient and their unique needs. 

            While I have owned and operated my own clinic, I have learned the true importance of providing exceptional bedside manner. By being a receptive listener to both the patient and their body, one can function as an amazing diagnostician which leads to quicker treatment and recovery. By working to become a DO, I can apply my diagnostic capabilities with my bedside manner to exceed my patients’ expectations and make them feel safe in my hands. I want to exceed each person's expectation to ensure that they are getting the best possible care that I can provide. The information I learn while practicing to become a DO is information that I will practice throughout my medical career.