Choosing Osteopathic Medicine
08/06/24 • 12 min
In this episode of the Talking Rehab Podcast, I share my personal journey into the world of rehabilitation and osteopathic medicine. From childhood aspirations shaped by my Asian immigrant parents to discovering my passion for sports medicine in high school, I'll take you through my evolving career path.
**Key Topics:**
**[00:33] Childhood Aspirations and Early Experiences**
**[00:39] Family Expectations:** The influence of my Asian immigrant parents on my career choice.
**[01:04] High School Sports Medicine:** My first real experience in the medical field, working in the training room and on the field.
**[01:16] College and Career Exploration**
**[01:21] College Years:** Majoring in biology and being pre-med, while questioning if medical school was for me or my parents.
**[01:24] Exploring Other Fields:** Considering chiropractic medicine, pharmacy, PA programs, and physical therapy.
**[02:04] Physical Therapy Experience**
**[02:15] PT Clinic Work:** Volunteering in a PT clinic, working as a PTA, and enjoying the experience.
**[02:33] Meeting with USC Professor:** How a conversation shifted my path from PT to considering medical programs.
**[03:36] The Missing Piece in Patient Outcomes**
**[03:57] Observations in PT Clinics:** Noticing varied patient progress and questioning why some improved while others didn’t.
**[04:49] Chiropractic and Medical Questions:** Exploring chiropractic field and realizing the need for medical training to answer my questions.
**[06:00] Discovering Osteopathic Medicine**
**[06:12] Cousin’s Influence:** Learning about osteopathic medicine from my cousin.
**[06:17] Limited Information:** Finding information through word of mouth and snail mail in a pre-internet era.
**[07:09] Senior Year Decision:** The realization during finals that I wanted to go to medical school.
**[07:50] Choosing Osteopathic Over Allopathic**
**[08:03] Health-Focused Approach:** The appeal of starting with health and symmetry in osteopathic medicine.
**[08:09] Hands-On Training:** The value of hands-on approach from day one in osteopathic medical schools.
**[10:27] The Value of Osteopathic Medicine**
**[11:02] Seeking the Missing Piece:** Feeling something was missing in traditional allopathic training.
**[11:43] Pride in Osteopathic Training:** Encouraging others to consider this valuable education system.
**[12:00] Hands-On Approach:** The irreplaceable value of tactile learning in osteopathic medicine.
Join me as I reflect on my journey and the importance of an osteopathic approach in rehabilitation. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like and subscribe. Stay connected and movement-filled!
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In this episode of the Talking Rehab Podcast, I share my personal journey into the world of rehabilitation and osteopathic medicine. From childhood aspirations shaped by my Asian immigrant parents to discovering my passion for sports medicine in high school, I'll take you through my evolving career path.
**Key Topics:**
**[00:33] Childhood Aspirations and Early Experiences**
**[00:39] Family Expectations:** The influence of my Asian immigrant parents on my career choice.
**[01:04] High School Sports Medicine:** My first real experience in the medical field, working in the training room and on the field.
**[01:16] College and Career Exploration**
**[01:21] College Years:** Majoring in biology and being pre-med, while questioning if medical school was for me or my parents.
**[01:24] Exploring Other Fields:** Considering chiropractic medicine, pharmacy, PA programs, and physical therapy.
**[02:04] Physical Therapy Experience**
**[02:15] PT Clinic Work:** Volunteering in a PT clinic, working as a PTA, and enjoying the experience.
**[02:33] Meeting with USC Professor:** How a conversation shifted my path from PT to considering medical programs.
**[03:36] The Missing Piece in Patient Outcomes**
**[03:57] Observations in PT Clinics:** Noticing varied patient progress and questioning why some improved while others didn’t.
**[04:49] Chiropractic and Medical Questions:** Exploring chiropractic field and realizing the need for medical training to answer my questions.
**[06:00] Discovering Osteopathic Medicine**
**[06:12] Cousin’s Influence:** Learning about osteopathic medicine from my cousin.
**[06:17] Limited Information:** Finding information through word of mouth and snail mail in a pre-internet era.
**[07:09] Senior Year Decision:** The realization during finals that I wanted to go to medical school.
**[07:50] Choosing Osteopathic Over Allopathic**
**[08:03] Health-Focused Approach:** The appeal of starting with health and symmetry in osteopathic medicine.
**[08:09] Hands-On Training:** The value of hands-on approach from day one in osteopathic medical schools.
**[10:27] The Value of Osteopathic Medicine**
**[11:02] Seeking the Missing Piece:** Feeling something was missing in traditional allopathic training.
**[11:43] Pride in Osteopathic Training:** Encouraging others to consider this valuable education system.
**[12:00] Hands-On Approach:** The irreplaceable value of tactile learning in osteopathic medicine.
Join me as I reflect on my journey and the importance of an osteopathic approach in rehabilitation. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like and subscribe. Stay connected and movement-filled!
**Follow Me:**
Instagram: @drfredbagares
Facebook: @drfredbagares
LinkedIn: Fred Bagares DO
YouTube: Dr. Fred Bagares - YouTube
Previous Episode
"I don't have time."
In this episode, I discuss a recent conversation with a patient facing significant knee pain and the broader implications of time management in proactive health care. We explore the challenges of balancing quick fixes like injections with the necessity of learning long-term strategies for joint care. Here are some key topics and timestamps to help you navigate through the episode:
Key Topics and Timestamps:
- [00:00] Introduction: What is rehab or rehabilitation?
- [00:03] Meet Your Host: My background and the purpose of this podcast.
- [00:28] Patient Case Study: Discussing a young patient with significant knee pain.
- [00:56] Weight Loss and Knee Pain: The impact of weight loss on joint health and pain management.
- [01:23] Long-Term Care Strategies: The importance of learning to take care of your knees.
- [03:53] Cardio and Strength Training: How typical exercise routines can exacerbate knee pain.
- [05:00] The Role of Injections and Surgeries: Balancing quick fixes with long-term solutions.
- [05:45] Predicting Knee Replacements: The role of patient behavior and approach in long-term joint health.
- [06:35] Proactive Health Care: Why making time for self-care can prevent major interventions.
- [08:23] Final Thoughts: Encouraging proactive and preventive strategies for joint health.
Thank you for joining me on this journey. I hope you find this episode insightful and helpful as you consider your own approach to managing joint health and overall wellness. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like and subscribe to the Talking Rehab Podcast. Have a movement-filled day!
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Next Episode
Should we perform injections blind?
In this episode of the Talking Rehab Podcast, I explore the crucial topic of image guidance in injections, comparing traditional landmark-based methods with more modern techniques using x-rays and ultrasound. As a sports and spine medicine physician, I've seen firsthand how technology can improve accuracy and patient outcomes, and I discuss why I believe image guidance should be the standard of care.
Here’s a breakdown of the episode:
- [00:39] - Introduction to image guidance in injections.
- [01:15] - Comparing landmark-based injections to image-guided injections.
- [03:00] - The pros and cons of using x-rays and ultrasound for guidance.
- [05:10] - My experience with both techniques and why I advocate for image guidance.
- [08:02] - The importance of accuracy in medical procedures and patient care.
- [13:02] - Why the cost and time involved in using image guidance are worth it.
- [16:00] - Key questions to consider about accuracy and information in clinical practice.
Join me as I delve into this important aspect of musculoskeletal medicine and challenge the status quo on how injections are performed.
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