Episode Summary:

In today’s episode of POMA DOes… a rising third-year student continues an open Q&A session with a fourth-year medical student about clinical rotations. Pick up tips and tricks on how you can prepare for each rotation, what resources you need and are available, how you can be helpful to the medical team, etiquette advice, incorporating OMM, and so much more. Tune in to the second part of our conversation and get some real-world advice to succeed!

Key Takeaways:

• Be present. Be ready to jump in. Be ready to learn.

• Be an active listener. It’s one of the most critical clinical skills you need.

• Prepare yourself for each rotation, academically and mentally.

• Don't be afraid to say, "I don't know" and admit to mistakes.

• Remember to make time for self-care.

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Email: poma@poma.org

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Episode Summary:

In today’s episode of POMA DOes… a rising third-year student has an open Q&A session with a graduating fourth-year medical student about clinical rotations. Pick up tips and tricks on how you can prepare for each rotation, what resources you need and what are available, how you can be helpful to the medical team, etiquette advice, incorporating OMM, and so much more. Tune in and get some real-world advice to succeed on rotations!

Key Takeaways:

• Be present. Be ready to jump in. Be ready to learn.

• Be an active listener. It’s one of the most critical clinical skills you need.

• Prepare yourself for each rotation, academically and mentally.

• Don't be afraid to say, "I don't know" and admit to mistakes.

• Remember to make time for self-care.

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: poma@poma.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.

Episode Summary:

In today’s episode of POMA DOes… we sit down with POMA’s 2024-2025 officers to learn about POMA’s goals and objectives for the year ahead. They will also provide an overview of the new strategic plan and how you can get involved.

Key Takeaways:

• POMA is guided by a strategic plan approved by the board of trustees, which provides direction and goals to achieve over the next three years.

• Each POMA officer has oversight of one of the strategic areas - Communications, Community, Education, Influence and Governance.

• Growth and outreach within the osteopathic community, and advocacy and education about the osteopathic profession, are high priority items over the next three years.

• Spread the word, get involved and be #POMAproud!

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: poma@poma.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.

Episode Summary:

In today’s episode of POMA DOes… we sit down with four osteopathic physicians for a conversation about empathy. Studies show physicians who have high levels of empathy are more efficient in partnering with patients for therapeutic change, comprehend patient needs, and are able to stimulate patients to feel safe in expressing problems and concerns. Join us to hear personal accounts of how life circumstances have helped them become better physicians and have deeper connections with their patients.

Key Takeaways:

• Empathy is a valuable, yet often overlooked communication skill.

• Physicians that develop and exhibit empathy have a profound impact on patients, especially in improving the patient-physician relationship, patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes.

• Increase your empathy by being an active listener, processing information with perspective and wisdom, examining your biases, and practicing.

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: poma@poma.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.

Episode Summary:

In today’s episode of POMA DOes… we sit down with two osteopathic medical students and an attending physician who participated in DO Day on the Hill festivities during National Osteopathic Medicine Week. They share their reasons for taking the time to educate and advocate for their patients and their profession. It's time to be part of the solution; it's time to get involved!

Key Takeaways:

• Be #DOProud and celebrate the distinctive body-mind-spirit approach that DOs bring to healthcare for millions of patients across the US.

• Be part of the solution - raise your voice to educate your elected officials on the issues that matter most to you and your patients.

• Plan to attend DO Day on the Hill in Washington, DC to educate and advocate for whole-person care and the osteopathic profession.

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: poma@poma.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.

Episode Summary:

In today’s episode of POMA DOes… we sit down with three directors of osteopathic education who work in residency training programs that have osteopathic recognition through the ACGME. They share their own journeys into osteopathic recognition, the value and benefits that osteopathic recognition brings to their residents and their programs, experiences and challenges they have experienced with the application process and documentation, and resources they have found and use on a daily basis to support their accreditation.

Key Takeaways:

• Osteopathic recognition provides extra value to a residency program, including recruitment, billable procedures, diversification of the education provided, enhanced patient care, and promoting the osteopathic profession.
• Many resources are available to support osteopathic recognition. Networking with other DOEs and osteopathic organizations, such as POMA, are invaluable.
• POMA’s Postgraduate Engagement Committee is focused on supporting residents, fellows, program faculty in the Commonwealth. POMA is working to enhance networking, mentorship and resources for the postgraduate community. Let us know how we can support you!

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: poma@poma.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.

Episode Summary:

In today’s episode of POMA DOes… we sit down with the chairs of the 2024 POMA Clinical Assembly to highlight this year’s conference. Designed as a complete experience, this year’s conference offers 34 1A AOA or AMA credits for in-person or virtual registrants. We are offering top-notch educational content in shorter segments to cover more ground. Our in-person participants will also experience hands-on learning sessions, social and networking functions, governance opportunities, wellness events, and more! Get the credits you need for this year’s license renewal and register today! We can’t wait to see you in May!

Key Takeaways:

• POMA24 is meeting you where you are and offering what you need for license renewal.

• POMA24 offers 34 hours of Category 1-A AOA and AMA PRA Category 1 credit, including opioid, patient safety and mandated reporter training, regardless of how you participate.

• POMA24 has hands-on learning experiences, social and networking functions, governance opportunities and wellness events.

• Don’t miss out on a great experience - register today at www.poma.org/poma24

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: poma@poma.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.

Episode Summary:

Despite a multiyear pandemic and availability of vaccines to decrease the impact of severe respiratory viral infections, such as RSV and Influenza, thousands of patients are hospitalized every year. Additionally, healthcare professionals and the general public have not achieved a satisfactory immunization rate for these infections. In today’s episode we sit down with a pediatrician and an obstetrician to discuss RSV and Influenza in pregnant and pediatric patients, the risks of severe infection, and available vaccines and treatment options.

Key Takeaways:

• RSV and Influenza are common, highly contagious viruses that can be dangerous for children under 2 years old.

• The CDC recommends an annual flu vaccine for everyone aged 6 months or older to protect against influenza.

• The CDC recommends pregnant patients receive a RSV vaccine prior to delivery during peak RSV season (Oct to Feb) to protect newborns from RSV.

• Collaborate with patients to inform, support and encourage healthy decisions, such as vaccination.

CME Information:

• This podcast episode is supported by the POMA Foundation. The POMAF is collaborating with other osteopathic state and specialty organizations across the country to educate osteopathic physicians, their patents and the public on RSV and Influenza. This work is supported by a grant from Sanofi.

• This episode was developed entirely by POMA. None of the panelists or planners for this episode have any relevant financial relationships to disclose.

• The Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association (POMA) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. POMA designates this activity for a maximum of 0.25 Category 1-B AOA CME credits. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the AOA.

• Attest online at www.poma.org/pomapodcast

Find Us:

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Email: poma@poma.org

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

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Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.