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Midweek doctor: What is a D.O.?

When you go to see your doctor you may notice some letters following the name, but have you ever wondered what they mean?
Posted by Fred Steiner on May 6, 2020 - 11:52am

By Dr. Robert Puckett, DO
Family Medicine, Carey Medical Center

What is a DO?

When you go to see your doctor you may notice some letters following their name, but have you ever wondered what they mean? Physicians in the United States receive one of two degrees upon completion of medical school, either an MD or a DO. So, what is the difference?

Most people are familiar with a MD or Medical Doctor, but would you be surprised to know that nearly 1 in 4 current medical students is working toward their DO rather than an MD.

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Blanchard Valley Health System
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Poll: Ohioans trust DeWine over White House

Posted by Fred Steiner on May 6, 2020 - 9:59am

As Ohio waits to hear Governor Mike DeWine’s detailed plans to begin lifting stay-at-home restrictions, a new statewide poll shows that 70% of Ohioans prioritize public health over the economy. 

The Baldwin Wallace University Ohio Poll also shows that 85% of voters in the Buckeye State approve of DeWine’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, compared to 50% who approve of how President Donald Trump has handled the crisis. That Ohio gap has widened by five points since a BW Great Lakes Poll conducted in late March.

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Drive Time Driving Instruction next in-person class June 14-19

Details at: www.drivetimedriving.com
Posted by Fred Steiner on May 6, 2020 - 9:42am

Drive Time Driving Instruction, LLC, Bluffton, is accepting registrations for its next in-person Bluffton class, according to Doug and Sara Kisseberth.

The class is set for Sunday to Friday, June 14-19. Visit the website to register and for complete details: www.drivetimedriving.com.

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Business
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My awesome teacher - Mrs. Warner

Posted by Fred Steiner on May 6, 2020 - 9:11am

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. In cooperation with the Bluffton PTO, the Icon is posting drawings of elementary teachers created by elementary students. Molly Byers, Kindergartener, created this drawing of her teacher, Mrs. Warner.

The Icon invites all elementary students to submit a drawing of a teacher. Send to: [email protected].

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People
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Wear your mask proudly

Hi, I'm Patty Bolen
Posted by Fred Steiner on May 6, 2020 - 9:00am

Welcome to the Icon's feature "Wear your mask proudly." We invite viewers to send a photo of themselves wearing a mask. 

It's a way to encourage viewers to wear masks when in public and to recognize those who are thoughtful enough to take the time to wear one.

Send your mask photo to: [email protected].

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People
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Today's BHS senior spotlight

Posted by Fred Steiner on May 6, 2020 - 8:54am

Here's today's installment of the Bluffton High School Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight. Each weekday until the end of May the Icon will feature photos and future plans for four BHS seniors.  Students will be featured in a four-set random order. 

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People
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