Arka Chaudhury, OMS II at A.T. Still University-SOMA Awarded $5,000 TOMF Founders' Scholarship
May 27, 2015
Arka Chaudhury, OMS II from Phoenix, has a strong interest in physical medicine and rehabilitation. He started his career as a bio-engineer and loved studying and understanding the intricacies of the human body but something was missing. "In the engineering realm there is no accounting for a mind and spirit," he says, but won't discard his engineer's skills completely, especially problem-solving skills, in exchange for a physician's armamentarium. "A problem solver has to see more than just the facts, " he says, "A diagnosis can never be as simple as just looking at the facts of patient symptoms and labs...the true art to being a problem solver is to be able to adapt to variables and make necessary considerations." We asked Arka a few questions about his path to medicine, his daily life as a medical student and his future endeavors as an osteopathic physician. Read on to find out more about him.
Mark Murphy, OMS III at Midwestern University-AZCOM Awarded $2,500 TOMF Founders' Scholarship
May 27, 2015
Mark Murphy, OMS III, has called Tucson home since age three, went to the University of Arizona to become a civil engineer. “My career path changed after two internships filled with number crunching in isolated cubicles,†he said, “The human interaction, trust, communication and the ability to diagnose and treat both personal and health related issues made medical school and easy decision.†Murphy plans to stay in Arizona, possibly practicing emergency medicine or anesthesiology. We asked Mark a few questions about his path to medicine, daily life as a medical student and his future endeavors as an osteopathic physician. Read on to find out more.
Farrah Jalali, OMS III at Midwestern University-AZCOM Awarded $5,000 TOMF Founders' Scholarship
May 26, 2015
Farrah J. Jalali, OMS III is an Arizona native who grew up in Tucson. Serendipitously, she discovered her passion for medicine as a student volunteer at the University of Arizona Cancer Center on Campbell, former site of Tucson General Hospital. There she shadowed a social worker who was married to an osteopathic physician who had trained and worked at Tucson General. After observing the physician at work, she decided to pursue a DO degree and become a family physician.
Primary Care with Dr. David Los
April 1, 2015
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle takes determination and cognitive effort. A vital part in keeping up with a healthy lifestyle is an individual's primary care physician. Not only can primary care physicians provide their patients with valuable guidelines for leading a healthy life, but they can specify guidelines on a more individual-basis based on their patient's history, family history, and goals. To gain more insight about this topic, David Los, DO will answer some common questions. Dr. Los is a family medicine physician at CMG Northwest (Carondelet Medical Group), located at 551 W. Magee Road. His office telephone number is 520-498-6467. Dr. Los received his medical degree as well as a Master's degree in Health Care Administration at the University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences in Des Moines, Iowa.
Community Integrated Paramedicine Program
February 18, 2015
This is called the Rio Rico Fire & Medical District "Community Integrated Paramedicine Program." The term comes from "Community Paramedic " which is trademarked, and so when I first became interested in this concept in 2010, I wanted to use a term that was close enough but did not infringe on TM. When it came to name the program for a grant (we were unsuccessful in obtaining), I called it "Community Healthcare Paramedicine." Since then the concept has gained traction throughout Arizona and in 2014 Arizona Department of Health Services put together a steering group under the term "Community Integrated Paramedicine" (CIP). This is a term I support because this program truly must be integrated into the overall healthcare resources of each community, if it is to be successful.
Connect the Docs/AOMA District 6 Meeting - March 7
February 17, 2015
The next Connect the Docs will take place immediately following the AOMA District 6 Meeting on Saturday, March 7 from 3:30 – 5:00 pm at Agustin Kitchen, 100 S. Avenida del Convento, Ste. 150, Tucson, AZ 85745. This event is presented in partnership with AOMA. Please RSVP for yourself and one guest (if inclined) for Connect the Docs at info@tomf.org or call (520)299-4545. Appetizers and the first round of drinks will be provided.
Connect the Docs, January 31
January 27, 2015
Are you an osteopathic physician practicing in the Tucson area? If so, join us for Connect the Docs, an osteopathic physician networking and informational event. These events are a great way to get involved with the Foundation, network with your fellow southern Arizona DOs, and reconnect with colleagues. The next Connect the Docs will take place on Saturday, January 31 from 3:30 - 5:00 pm at Yard House (Park Place Mall), 5870 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85711.
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sports Medicine
January 16, 2015
Everyone knows that exercise is an important component in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. However, injury can be an unfortunate consequence from exercise and sports. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as the Department of Health and Human Services estimate that over 2 million people are treated in emergency rooms for sports related injuries each year. As a result of these injuries and/or other physical injuries, physical rehabilitation can be necessary. Additionally, when an individual is looking to adopt a healthier lifestyle, they may seek the advice of experts about making this switch as well as how to maintain it. Therefore, we have Jonathan Tait, DO to answer a few questions regarding these topics. Dr. Tait is a 2004 graduate of Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and has practiced in Tucson since 2010. He is board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation by both the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He is also board-certified in Sports Medicine by the American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine. Dr. Tait is the President, Medical Director at Rejuv Medical Southwest, located at 7790 N. Oracle Road, Suite 150. The telephone number for his office is (520) 777-9385.
AOA Osteopathic Continuous Certification 2013-2015 Cycle
December 17, 2014
Category 1A Credit is granted for live programs provided by Category 1 CME sponsors. Category 1B is granted for programs of a more casual nature (online, teaching, writing) provided by Category 1 CME sponsors. Category 2A is granted for live programs sponsored by non-AOA accredited providers. Category 2B is granted for programs of a more casual nature (online, teaching, writing) sponsored by non-AOA accredited providers.
Osteopathic Continuous Certification
December 16, 2014
Some Things to Remember 1. Category 1A Credit is granted for live programs provided by Category 1 CME sponsors. Category 1B is granted for programs of a more casual nature (online, teaching, writing) provided by Category 1 CME sponsors. Category 2A is granted for live programs sponsored by non-AOA accredited providers. Category 2B is granted for programs of a more casual nature (online, teaching, writing) sponsored by non-AOA accredited providers.
ACA Enrollment
November 17, 2014
With enrollment in the Affordable Care Act currently in full swing, we asked Michal Goforth and the team at the Pima Community Access Program some basic questions about the program. PCAP has worked with Cover Arizona, Enroll America and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to make sure it has the answers you need.
Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
November 14, 2014
The vascular system is composed of vessels that carry blood all throughout our bodies. Oxygen-rich blood is carried away from our heart by arteries and veins then carry oxygen-poor blood back to our heart. Anytime this complicated and vital process is disturbed, it can cause pain, dysfunction and many more severe complications. Therefore, we have Matthew Namanny, DO, FACOS available to answer a few questions regarding this topic. Dr. Namanny is board-certified in general surgery and is board eligible in vascular surgery. He specializes in treatment of peripheral vascular disease with a special interest in minimally invasive endovascular therapies. Additionally, Dr. Namanny is also a member of the International Society of Endovascular Specialists, American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, Society of Vascular Medicine, and the Edward B. Deitrich Vascular Surgery Society. His office is located at Saguaro Surgical, 6422 E. Speedway Boulevard, Suite 150 and the office phone number is 520-318-3004.