 The AAO is the leading organization in providing NMM/OMM specialty credits in the U.S.
As a specialty college, the AAO provides quality NMM/OMM continuing medical education (CME) courses, advocates at the national and specialty college levels on issues impacting its members, and strives towards fulfillment of its mission and vision. Our Mission & VisionOur Mission The mission of the American Academy of Osteopathy is to teach, advocate and research the science, art and philosophy of osteopathic medicine, emphasizing the integration of osteopathic principles, practice and manipulative treatment in patient care. Our Vision All patients are aware of and have access to osteopathic medical care and osteopathic manipulative medicine for optimal health. Adopted by the AAO Board of Governors, March 2015 CME By The Numbers150 Average Annual CME Course Hours Offered 25+ Average Course Director Years of Experience 40+ On-Demand CME Hours To Date All health care professionals and students are invited to attend AAO CME courses. Some courses require prerequisites and may not be appropriate for osteopathic medicine beginners. Learn more about future AAO CME courses, watch past courses on-demand, or get an overview of NMM courses that are right for your expertise on our CME Opportunities page. Explore CME Opportunities → About the AAOThe AAO is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership association focused on supporting osteopathic physicians who specialize in neuromusculoskeletal medicine and osteopathic manipulative medicine (NMM/OMM). Academy members consist of osteopathic physicians (DOs), osteopathic medical students, international clinicians and others. The American Academy of Osteopathy provides quality continuing medical education and advocates on behalf of its members. The Academy was established in 1937 as the Osteopathic Manipulative Therapeutic and Clinical Research Association and was granted affiliation by the American Osteopathic Association in 1938. In 1970, the name was changed to the American Academy of Osteopathy, and in 1992 the association moved to its present location in Indiana. Explore the AAOWhat is Osteopathic Medicine?An introduction to the philosophy and practice of osteopathic medicine. Find An Osteopathic PhysicianSearch our directory to locate an osteopathic physician. AAO AdvocacyHow the AAO advocates for its members on the issues that affect them. Donate to AAOSupport the Academy's mission with a gift. AAO Component SocietiesConnect with the AAO's component and affiliated societies. GovernanceMeet the leadership that guides the Academy. AAO Awards & HonorsRecognizing members for their contributions to osteopathic medicine. AAO HistoryThe story of the Academy since its founding in 1937. Other InitiativesBeyond offering CME to healthcare professionals, the AAO also oversees and assists the following initiatives: |