Student Rotations

I take very few students — intentionally. When I do open a spot, it's because I have the time and bandwidth to make the experience genuinely meaningful. If you're serious about osteopathic medicine and want to see what a hands-on, patient-centered practice looks like in real life, I'd love to hear from you.

Osteopathic Medical Students

DO Student Rotations

Mission Osteopathy is a Direct Primary Care practice built around OMM. That means nearly every patient encounter includes a structural exam and hands-on treatment. As the only student on rotation, you'll be fully present in every room — not watching from a corner.

Spots open occasionally throughout the year based on my schedule and patient panel. OMS-III and OMS-IV students are preferred; OMS-II students may be considered for observational experiences.

What We Practice

OMM Techniques

The techniques covered depend on patient presentations during your rotation, but commonly include:

  • Myofascial release (MFR) — cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and extremities

  • High-velocity low-amplitude (HVLA) thrust techniques

  • Muscle energy technique (MET)

  • Strain counterstrain / functional positional release

  • Craniosacral therapy

  • Fascial Distortion Model (FDM)

  • Still's Technique

  • Balanced ligamentous tension (BLT)

  • Full osteopathic structural examination

What to Wear

Attire

Business attire is appropriate. White coats are not required and not recommended.

Logistics

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited osteopathic medical school (COM)

  • Rotation coordinated through your school's clinical education office with a signed affiliation agreement

  • Current professional liability insurance through your institution

  • Up-to-date immunizations per your school's requirements

  • Genuine interest in OMM as a core part of practice — not just a requirement to check off

Submitting an expression of interest does not guarantee placement. If there's no current opening, I'll keep your information on file and reach out when timing works.

Premedical Students

Considering Osteopathic Medicine?

On rare occasions I welcome premedical students for a brief observational experience — typically one to three days. These visits are for students who are seriously exploring osteopathic medicine as a career and want to see what a hands-on, relationship-based DO practice actually looks like.

These are purely observational. Please note your premedical status in the form below and I'll be in touch if timing allows.

Fill out the form below and I'll be in touch if there's a good fit. Due to limited availability, not all inquiries will result in a placement.


Expression of Interest