Articles

Implementing an EMR System into Your Medical Practice

A Q&A With Gregory Pecchia, DO An EMR system can save a practice significant time and money and lead to better patient care and outcomes. Dr. Pecchia discusses the advantages of implementing an EMR system into your practice, offers advice on how to go about doing it, and reveals what you can expect from your new system.

Current Trends in Opioid Pain Management

By Anthony Dekker, DO, and Tyrone Hanks

Concerns over abuse, confusion regarding prescription requirements, and recent bad publicity should not leave physicians reluctant to prescribe opioid medications for their patients in pain. This article takes a closer look at the key issues surrounding the controversial topic of pain management.

DEA FAQ: Call to Action

By William Vilensky, DO, FASAM, FAOAAM, FAAFS

What's New at DO-Online?

By Michael J. Zarski, JD

The online home of the AOA is undergoing some changes. We’ll tell you what’s in store.

Navigating the World of Handheld Computers

We review some of the latest and greatest PDAs and smart phones, describing the capabilities and features of each. Plus, we’ve compiled the important specs into a handy chart for quick reference.

Departments

Conference Coverage

United We Stand: DOs Set to Gather for Landmark Meeting

By Robert S. Juhasz, DO, FACOI

Get a sneak peek at the upcoming 1st Unified Osteopathic Convention, which will take place October 23-27, 2005, in sunny Orlando, FL.

Tech 101

Cutting the Cords Via Wi-Fi

By Don Piven, Director, AOA Division of Information Technologies

Computers without wires? Read this article to learn more about the brave new world of wireless networking.

Online Resources

PDA Resources

We offer a collection of programs, downloads, and extras designed to help you get the most out of your handheld computing.

CME Online

This collection of both free and for-a-fee CME courses helps save time and money by providing educational opportunities right to your desktop.

Medical Websites

We offer links to information sources for the wired DO. These medical websites are geared specifically for medical professionals.

Patient Education Resources

You can find reliable, patient-oriented information at the sites listed in this section. Refer your patients to these pages and remain aware of the sources of their information.