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The Iowa Osteopathic Medical Association, headquartered in Des Moines, is the voice of osteopathic physicians in Iowa representing their specific needs.  There are over 900 osteopathic physicians licensed in Iowa.  There are approximately 51,000 D.O.s in the United States practicing in all areas of medicine from neurology to sports medicine to dermatology to emergency medicine.

As complete physicians, D.O.s are able to prescribe medication and perform surgery.  In addition, D.O.s have added training in Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT), a hands-on treatment tool that they can use to diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses.  OMT can be used in conjunction with and sometimes in place of medication or surgery to restore mobility and function.