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SRES 181119th CongressIn Committee
A resolution designating the week of April 14 through April 20, 2025, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week".
Introduced: Apr 10, 2025
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This is a non-binding Senate resolution (S. Res. 181) introduced to designate the week of April 14–20, 2025, as “National Osteopathic Medicine Week.” The resolution, sponsored by Senator Wicker with Senators Heinrich and Capito, is ceremonial in nature and does not create new laws, funding, or regulatory requirements. It acknowledges the contributions of osteopathic physicians (DOs) and osteopathic medical students, highlights the history and growth of osteopathic medicine, and celebrates the role of colleges of osteopathic medicine in training the next generation of physicians. The text presents a broad view of DO practice, education, and the patient-centered, whole-person approach characteristic of osteopathic medicine.
Key Points
- 1Designation of the week of April 14–20, 2025 as “National Osteopathic Medicine Week” to recognize the field.
- 2Acknowledgement of 150 years of osteopathic medicine, emphasizing its historical development and impact.
- 3Recognition of the contributions of osteopathic physicians to the U.S. healthcare system.
- 4Celebration of the role of colleges of osteopathic medicine in training future physicians.
- 5Highlights that DOs train and practice across all medical specialties, settings, and in rural and underserved communities, with a focus on whole-person, patient-centric care.
Impact Areas
Primary group/area affected: Osteopathic physicians (DOs) and osteopathic medical students in the United States.Secondary group/area affected: The broader healthcare system and patients who benefit from DOs’ patient-centered, holistic care.Additional impacts: Increased public awareness and recognition of osteopathic medicine; potential for related educational events or outreach during the designated week; the resolution is ceremonial and does not impose legal obligations or provide funding.
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