
Why Do MDs Get More Research Dollars Than Doctors of Osteopathy?
And what exactly is osteopathy, anyway?
Dixie Tooke-Rawlins, DO, is President and Provost of the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) in Blacksburg, Virginia, as well as its branch campuses in Spartanburg, South Carolina, and Auburn, Alabama. Dr. Tooke-Rawlins began her career as a practicing physician, specializing in emergency and family medicine for 15 years before joining academia full-time. She has served as faculty at multiple medical schools as well as residency program director and director of medical education, giving her first-hand experience on how vital grants and scholarships are to today's medical trainees. Dr. Tooke-Rawlins received her BS from Truman University and her DO degree from the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Why Do MDs Get More Research Dollars Than Doctors of Osteopathy?
And what exactly is osteopathy, anyway?