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POMA wants The Journal of the Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association to be a safe space for all DOs to have a voice and be heard. Opportunities to contribute in all content areas are open to all osteopathic medical students, residents and physicians. Share your thoughts, ideas and submissions via email to [email protected].
*Views expressed in The Journal of the Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the editorial board, The JPOMA, or POMA unless specified.
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Paving a Path Forward
February 2025 | Vol. 69, No. 1
Written by Kirsten Mendez, LECOM OMS-IV
My journey to becoming an osteopathic doctor has been life changing. I will be the first person in my family to earn a medical degree, and entering the workforce as a DO will allow me to break new ground in my family's legacy. This milestone has required lots of perseverance, and I look forward to inspiring future generations of osteopathic physicians. As a medical student, I have had the opportunity to interact with and touch the lives of many individuals. The most important thing I have learned is to focus not only on a patient’s medical health but also on their overall wellness. |
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The Lasting Impact of OMT
February 2025 | Vol. 69, No. 1
Written by Anthony Frost, LECOM OMS-IV
As a child, I always answered “happy” when asked what I wanted to be. Over time, I realized my happiness came from helping others, which led me to medicine. Shadowing my mentor, an osteopathic physician, I learned to treat the whole person — mind, body, and spirit. A patient of mine suffered from chronic migraines and muscle spasms. Using osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) and lifestyle adjustments I was able to ease his tension and improve his migraines. This experience deepened my commitment to a holistic approach that not only heals but cultivates meaningful, lasting relationships with my patients. |
Osteopathic Principles and Trauma Surgery
February 2025 | Vol. 69, No. 1
Written by Shrijal Desai, PCOM OMS-III
As a future trauma surgeon, I’m drawn to the complexity of saving lives, yet I find profound clarity in osteopathic principles. Even in a field as specialized as trauma surgery, the holistic philosophy of osteopathy guides me to care for patients beyond their injuries. At PCOM, I’ve learned that every intervention — whether advanced surgical techniques or bedside care—can integrate the tenets of osteopathy, promoting healing of the mind, body, and spirit. This lens transforms trauma surgery into more than technical expertise; it becomes comprehensive care, ensuring patients leave not just alive but on a path to true health. |
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