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From his journey into family medicine to his role as ACOFP President, Greg Cohen, DO, FACOFP dist., discusses leadership, rural medicine, and the future of osteopathic family medicine. Dr. Cohen shares the experiences, challenges, and values that have shaped both his career and his passion for serving patients and mentoring future physicians. Hosted by Student Doctor Mercede Hess.

What does it mean to carry OMT forward into the “real world” of family medicine? Samantha Lease, DO, is third-year family medicine resident; she discusses how her relationship with hands-on medicine has evolved and continues to shape the way she practices, connects, and heals. Hosted by Student Doctor Mercede Hess.

Leigh Forbush, DO, a family medicine physician in Maine, explores his journey into Direct Primary Care (DPC). Dr. Forbush breaks down what DPC is, why he chose this model over traditional insurance-based practice, and how it reshapes the physician–patient relationship while staying true to osteopathic principles.

It is important to build self-confidence as a new physician-in-practice. Family Medicine resident Briana Krewson, DO, offers advice for finding a rhythm in clinical settings and adjusting to the independence of residency life.

Looking for honest advice for your first time stepping into a clinical setting? Chen Zeigerson, DO, a PGY-2 resident and member of the ACOFP Resident Council, shares tips for thriving on clinical rotations, including how to build strong relationships with preceptors, balance learning with self-care, and manage expectations. Hosted by Student Doctor Kelsey McKenna.

Carol Penn, DO, continues her discussion on the healing power of whole-person healthcare through integrative family medicine. Hosted by Student Doctor Olivia Pavlich.

From blending holistic approaches with evidence-based care to fostering patient-centered wellness, Carol Penn, DO, FACOFP, shares insights, experiences, and the transformative power of integrative medicine in primary care. Hosted by Student Doctor Olivia Pavlich.

Rebecca D. Szewczak, DO, FACOFP, Chief Medical Officer of St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center, discusses full-spectrum family medicine (FM) with obstetrics. Dr. Szewczak discusses her journey, the impact of OB on FM, and her leadership role within ACOFP. Hosted by Student Doctor Katie Metzler.

The “mechanics of labor” is a concept rooted in the teachings of Dr. Andrew Taylor Still, the founder of osteopathic medicine. Amanda Schoenfuss, DO, breaks down the “mechanics of labor,” highlighting how OMT can ease discomfort and support a smoother labor experience. Hosted by Saba Khan, DO, PGY-3.

OMS-IVs Rebecca Shaneck and Katie Metzler continue to discuss their experiences during their third and fourth years of medical school.