March is National Nutrition Awareness Month—a time to highlight the vital role nutrition plays in overall health and disease prevention. As osteopathic physicians, we understand that whole-person care includes empowering patients with practical, evidence-based guidance on healthy eating. From supporting cardiovascular health and managing chronic disease to promoting healthy growth and aging, sound nutrition is foundational to lifelong wellness. The MOA encourages members to use this month as an opportunity to reinforce the importance of balanced nutrition in clinical conversations and community outreach efforts across Michigan. | | CHECK OUT THESE RESOURCES TO SHARE WITH YOUR PATIENTS FROM THE ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS! | | | | |
Chronic disease continues to drive the majority of patient visits—and physicians are increasingly expected to provide actionable guidance beyond prescriptions. This on-demand MOA CME course equips you with practical, evidence-based nutritional interventions you can confidently incorporate into clinical care.
Designed for busy physicians, this program delivers clear, clinically relevant strategies to enhance prevention, improve management, and support the potential reversal of chronic conditions. Strengthen patient outcomes, expand your therapeutic toolkit, and reinforce your role as a leader in whole-person care—on your schedule.
Access the course anytime through:
| | MOA Headquarters · Okemos, MI | Notice of proposed changes to the Bylaws for the 2026 House of Delegates. Please review the proposed changes to the 2026 MOA Bylaws. | Grand Valley State University - Richard M. DeVos Center | | |
2026 MOA MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS
Connections·Continuing Medical Education·Advocacy
The Michigan Osteopathic Association (MOA) is proud to serve and support our members and the osteopathic profession through meaningful connections, high-quality continuing medical education, and dedicated advocacy.
CHECK YOUR MAIL. Membership renewals will be mailed next week.
As a reminder, 80% of your annual dues may be tax-deductible as a business expense.
| | Stay up to date with the latest continuing medical education opportunities offered through the MOA and our partners. Explore upcoming programs designed to enhance your knowledge, strengthen your practice, and support lifelong learning in osteopathic medicine. | Michigan LARA Requirements for Osteopathic Physicians | |
Michigan LARA Requirements for Osteopathic Physicians
MI LARA License Renewal Cycle: 3-years
150 hours - A minimum of 60 hours must be earned through MI LARA Category 1 programs, and 40 hours must be AOA approved.
✔ Implicit Bias Training: 3 hours per cycle
✔ Medical Ethics: 1 hour per cycle
✔ Pain and Symptom Management: 3 hours per cycle
(1 hour must include controlled substance prescribing)
One-Time Training ONLY
✔ Human Trafficking
✔ Opioid and Controlled Substances Awareness
| | The CME Center is a collaboration between state osteopathic medical associations and is managed through the Association of Osteopathic State Executive Directors (AOSED) to offer on demand CME. MOA offers a la carte courses to help you meet the DEA MATE Act Training and state licensing requirements. | |
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September 16
Bridging Gaps in Osteopathic Medicine
W.E. Upjohn Campus Auditorium
Kalamazoo, MI
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JUNE · 18 - 21 · 2026
Mission Point Resort
Mackinac Island, MI
| Approved for 20 AOA Category 1-A Credits | | |
www.cmelearningcenter.com
The Michigan Osteopathic Association (MOA) is committed to the continuum of education and lifelong learning, offering over 150 hours of medical education on-demand. This commitment includes serving as an accredited provider of continuing medical education through the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to offer AOA Category 1-A Credits. In addition, MOA continues to offer AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM through a joint providership with the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
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JOIN US FOR THE SPRING IOA MEETING
Join us for an evening of great conversation, delicious food, and your favorite drinks—all while connecting with colleagues and friends! Whether you’re a longtime member or brand new to the community, we can’t wait to welcome you.
Be sure to watch for the April edition of The Pulse, where we’ll reveal our featured speaker and presentation title, along with important details on parking, room location, and how to RSVP. You won’t want to miss it!
| April 28, 2026 · 6PM - 9PM | |
Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center
219 S. Harrison Rd.
East Lansing, MI 48824
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SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN
OSTEOPATHIC ASSOCIATION
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Join the Southwest Michigan Osteopathic Association for a membership meeting.
Meeting information
May 20, 2026
6PM - 9PM
Martell’s
3501 Greenleaf Blvd
Kalamazoo, MI
| | | Edward & Joanne Loniewski Merit Scholarship | The American Osteopathic Foundation’s Edward & Joanne Loniewski Merit Scholarship was established by Dr. and Mrs. Edward A. Loniewski, DO, before his passing in 2018. Dr. Loniewski served as Board President of both the AOA and the AOF, sharing his commitment to the profession, as well as his passion for giving back. | | |
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Contact Thomas Miller for more information at
Thomas.Miller@53.com
| | | | CONGRATULATIONS Dr. Kathleen Rollinger, Dr. Adam Hunt, Dr. Scott Carlson & Dr. Khawaja Ikram! | | |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 26, 2026
Contact: press@michigan.gov
LANSING, Mich. — Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced appointments to the following boards and commissions: Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards; State Waterways Commission; Michigan Apple Committee; Michigan Board of Nursing Home Administrators; Liquor Control Commission; Mackinac Bridge Authority; Michigan Tree Fruit Commission; Workers’ Disability Compensation Agency Funds Administration Board of Trustees; State Building Authority Board of Trustees; Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System Board; Michigan Board of Accountancy; Ski Area Safety Board; Board of Barber Examiners; Michigan Board of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery; Michigan Board of Social Work; Michigan Board of Athletic Trainers; Michigan Board of Physical Therapy; Residential Builders’ and Maintenance and Alteration Contractors’ Board; State Plumbing Board; Michigan Board of Massage Therapy; Electrical Administrative Board; Michigan Board of Behavior Analysts; Michigan Board of Acupuncture; Michigan Board of Respiratory Care; Underground Storage Tank Authority Board of Directors; Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Board of Directors; Commission on Community Action and Economic Opportunity; and Child Lead Exposure Elimination Commission.
Michigan Board of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery
Dr. Kathleen Rollinger, of Clinton Township, is a physician at Corewell Health. Dr. Rollinger holds a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics from Wayne State University and Doctor of Osteopathy from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. Dr. Kathleen Rollinger will be reappointed as an osteopathic physician for a term commencing January 1, 2027, and expiring December 31, 2030.
Dr. Adam Hunt, of Saginaw, is an emergency physician at Covenant Healthcare. Dr. Hunt holds a Bachelor of Science in biology from the University of Michigan, a Master of Health Science from Johns Hopkins University, and a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Michigan State University. Dr. Adam Hunt will be appointed as an osteopathic physician for a term commencing January 1, 2027, and expiring December 31, 2030. Hunt succeeds Craig Glines, whose term will expire.
Dr. Scott Carlson, of East Lansing, is an associate professor in the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Carlson holds a Bachelor of Science in biology and zoology and Master of Public Health in epidemiology from the University of Michigan, and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Michigan State University. Dr. Scott Carlson will be appointed as an osteopathic physician for a term commencing January 1, 2027, and expiring December 31, 2030. Dr. Carlson succeeds Stephen Bell, whose term will expire.
Dr. Khawaja Ikram, of Holt, is the president of Jackson Orthopedic Care and Surgery. Dr. Ikram holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Michigan State University and a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Des Moines University. Dr. Khawaja Ikram will be reappointed as an osteopathic physician for a term commencing January 1, 2027, and expiring December 31, 2030.
The Michigan Board of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery regulates the practice of osteopathic medicine and surgery in the State of Michigan; provided for the examination, licensing and registration of osteopathic physicians and surgeons; and provided for the discipline of offenders against the Act. Underlying all duties is the responsibility of the board to promote and protect the public's health, safety, and welfare. This responsibility is implemented by the Board by ascertaining minimal entry level competency of health practitioners and verifying continuing medical education during licensure. The Board also has the obligation to take disciplinary action against licensees who have adversely affected the public's health, safety, and welfare.
These appointments are subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.
Click here to read the full press release
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Memorial Healthcare Celebrates Advanced Radiation Technology
Event highlights Karmanos partnership and world-class treatment capabilities
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OWOSSO, Mich., February 25, 2026 — Memorial Healthcare today hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the installation of an upgraded Varian TrueBeam® linear accelerator (LINAC) at the Memorial Healthcare Cancer Center and to unveil new signage at the center which features recognition of a longstanding partnership with The Karmanos Cancer Institute.
Read the entire press release
| | | CAHPS Survey – Encourage Your Patients to Participate | | | Changes for Specific J-Codes and Q-Codes Coming Soon | | | Verification Required for HAP Medicare Diabetes and Heart (HMO C-SNP) | | | Virtual Provider Education Meeting Coming Soon | | | Rural Health Clinic (RHC) All Inclusive Rate (AIR) Documentation Requirements | | |
Equity, Community Health Workers, and the Quintuple Aim
The Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI, 2025) developed the Quintuple Aim as a framework to improve health system performance. Originally introduced as the Triple Aim in 2012, the framework emphasized improving population health, enhancing patient experience, and reducing per capita cost. The Triple Aim has since evolved to the Quintuple Aim with five interdependent dimensions: population health, patient experience, cost, provider well-being, and health equity. Health equity is not an “add-on” to the Quintuple Aim. It is the foundation that determines whether improvements in the other four domains are meaningful and sustainable. This month, we focus on equity and the Community Health Worker role.
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| | | The Michigan Osteopathic Association partners with several health care organizations to provide resources and job opportunities for physicians at any point in their career. This section offers links to health care organizations and associations who provide information and job postings for DOs. | | At McLaren Health Care, our employees help our communities, make life-changing discoveries, and facilitate positive change in health care as a whole. By working for McLaren, you are part of a leading team of talented professionals across many areas of expertise that create a positive difference every day for those we serve. | | Mackinac Strait Health System is one of the area’s largest employers, with over 330 team members serving their patients and residents throughout the MSHS organization. Besides offering competitive wages, they also offer an excellent benefits package for full and part time team members, which includes affordable Blue Cross/ Blue Shield Health, Dental and Vision plans, prescription drug plans, generous paid time off, and a defined pension program for your retirement. | |
| At Corewell Health, clinical opportunity intertwines with a commitment to exceptional and personalized care at all levels. Join a clinical team focused on the personalized experience, driving innovation through new technology and achieving national recognition for quality and excellence, all while maintaining the reason you joined this profession—to help people. | | |
Douglas K. Nelson, D.O. | December 31, 2025
Dr. Nelson was a Life Professional who joined the MOA in 1994.
Link to local obituary
Richard Alan Poel, D.O. | December 7, 2025
Dr. Poel was a Life Professional who joined the MOA in 1994.
Link to local obituary
Stuart Willner, D.O. | July 14, 2025
Dr. Willner was a Life Professional who joined the MOA in 1973.
Link to local obituary
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Angelo Stoyanovich, D.O. | July 1, 2025
Dr. Stoyanovich joined the MOA in 1981.
Link to local obituary
Lee A. Rea, D.O. | June 21, 2025
Dr. Rea was a Life Professional who joined the MOA in 1971.
Link to local obituary
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