Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) is described as:

• A. A degree conferred by allopathic medical school; emphasis on pharmacology.
• B. A nursing degree.
• C. A degree in dentistry.
• D. A degree conferred by osteopathic medical school; DOs have same privileges as MDs but emphasize a hands-on approach.

Answer: (D)

A Doctor of Osteopathy is a physician trained in osteopathic medicine who earns the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an osteopathic medical school. Like MDs, DOs complete medical training, obtain licenses, and can practice in any specialty with the same privileges. The distinguishing feature is an emphasis on a holistic approach to care and the use of osteopathic manipulative treatment as a hands-on method to diagnose and treat, alongside conventional medical therapies. This is not a nursing degree, not a dentistry degree, and not conferred by allopathic (MD) programs.