{"id":715,"date":"2020-06-10T02:07:00","date_gmt":"2020-06-10T02:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/?p=715"},"modified":"2025-10-08T14:27:29","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T22:27:29","slug":"md-vs-do-what-are-the-key-differences","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/md-vs-do-what-are-the-key-differences","title":{"rendered":"MD vs. DO: What Are the Key Differences?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In This Article<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/md-vs-do-what-are-the-key-differences\/#What_is_an_MD\" >What is an MD?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/md-vs-do-what-are-the-key-differences\/#What_is_a_DO\" >What is a DO?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/md-vs-do-what-are-the-key-differences\/#What_are_the_program_requirements_for_MD_vs_DO\" >What are the program requirements for MD vs DO?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/md-vs-do-what-are-the-key-differences\/#Do_MDs_and_DOs_take_the_same_medical_licensure_exams\" >Do MDs and DOs take the same medical licensure exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/md-vs-do-what-are-the-key-differences\/#Do_MD_and_DO_students_have_the_same_career_prospects\" >Do MD and DO students have the same career prospects?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/md-vs-do-what-are-the-key-differences\/#Can_MD_and_DO_graduates_expect_similar_salaries\" >Can MD and DO graduates expect similar salaries?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/md-vs-do-what-are-the-key-differences\/#What_are_the_differences_in_patient_care_between_MD_and_DO\" >What are the differences in patient care between MD and DO?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/md-vs-do-what-are-the-key-differences\/#MD_vs_DO_Which_should_I_pick\" >MD vs. DO: Which should I pick?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>The journey to becoming a doctor certainly isn\u2019t an easy one, and part of the challenge is navigating different paths. As a prospective doctor, you likely want to know whether you should pursue a DO vs. MD degree. By reading this, you\u2019re starting off on the right foot: this guide will answer all your questions about each profession, their respective program requirements, board exams, career prospects, and salary expectations.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_an_MD\"><\/span>What is an MD?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An MD, short for Doctor of Medicine or Medical Doctor, is a degree awarded to those who graduate from an accredited medical school. Medical schools teach allopathic medicine, which is evidence-based, modern medicine that employs the use of drugs and surgery to treat disease. MD graduates undergo specialized clinical training for certification in the form of a residency program. Physicians with an MD can be licensed to practice in all states.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/71.png?w=700\" alt=\"Osmosis ad\" class=\"wp-image-489\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/71.png 700w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/71.png?resize=300,107 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_DO\"><\/span>What is a DO?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A DO, short for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, is a degree awarded to those who graduate from an accredited osteopathic medical school. A DO degree can only be obtained domestically. Curricula at osteopathic schools are nearly identical to those of an MD program, but DO candidates complete an additional 300-500 hours of training in osteopathic manipulation medicine (OMM). OMM is a non-invasive, hands-on therapy used in the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal disease.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DO graduates also complete a residency program, specialized clinical training, for certification. Physicians with a DO can be licensed to practice in all states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"701\" height=\"468\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_c60539.png\" alt=\"Osmosis illustration of a doctor navigating whether to pursue DO or MD degree\" class=\"wp-image-717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_c60539.png 701w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_c60539.png?resize=300,200 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_program_requirements_for_MD_vs_DO\"><\/span>What are the program requirements for MD vs DO?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Admission to medical school is highly competitive, regardless of whether you\u2019re applying to an MD program or a DO program. All applicants must obtain a bachelor\u2019s degree, complete a variety of pre-medical science course requirements (specific requirements are dependent on the program, but often include coursework in biology, chemistry, physics, biochemistry, and math), and take the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additionally, applicants are expected to submit letters of recommendation, participate in community service and volunteer opportunities, and obtain clinical experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One key difference between MD and DO matriculants are their average MCAT scores and GPAs. The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aamc.org\/system\/files\/2019-10\/2019_FACTS_Table_A-17.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">average MD matriculant<\/a>\u00a0had an MCAT score of 511.5 and a GPA of 3.73, whereas the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aacom.org\/docs\/default-source\/data-and-trends\/2018-aacomas-applicant-matriculant-profile-summary-report.pdf?sfvrsn=28753a97_14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">average DO matriculant<\/a>\u00a0had an MCAT score of 503.83 and a GPA of 3.54. In other words, based on test scores and grades, it\u2019s slightly more difficult to get into an MD program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Preparing to apply to medical school - an Osmosis Preview\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kuy7t90pJvg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_MDs_and_DOs_take_the_same_medical_licensure_exams\"><\/span>Do MDs and DOs take the same medical licensure exams?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In order to become licensed, physicians with an MD degree are required to take all three steps of the USMLE\u00ae*. USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 are taken during medical school, and Step 3 is taken during residency, typically following internship year (first year of residency).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The COMLEX-USA\u00ae** is required for osteopathic physicians, but DO candidates may also take the USMLE for licensure. Similar to the USMLE, COMLEX-USA also consists of three parts, the first two of which are taken during medical school. Most DO students&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2020\/01\/07\/should-do-students-take-both-usmle-and-comlex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">opt to take both<\/a>&nbsp;the USMLE and COMLEX-USA in order to be more competitive for residency programs, as many residencies require the USMLE.https:\/\/player.simplecast.com\/163ec60a-ba30-412c-b48d-f566b31fdcd2?dark=false<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Learn more about MD vs. DO in this&nbsp;<\/em>Raise the Line<em>&nbsp;interview with Robert Cain, DO, President &amp; CEO of AACOM.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_MD_and_DO_students_have_the_same_career_prospects\"><\/span>Do MD and DO students have the same career prospects?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both MD and DO physicians can be licensed to practice in all 50 states. However, whether you\u2019re an MD or DO graduate, your scope of practice is dependent on your board certification, obtained upon the completion of a residency program. Whereas DO candidates used to have their own pool of residency programs to apply to, this is no longer true as of June 2020: MD and DO students will be permitted to train at any residency site. This could come at the expense of less competitive DO applicants.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As of 2019, MD students have a&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nrmp.org\/one-nine-press-release-thousands-resident-physician-applicants-celebrate-nrmp-match-results\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">94% residency match rate<\/a>, while DO students only have an 84.6% match rate. Additionally,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/osteopathic.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018-OMP-Report.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">most practicing DO physicians<\/a>&nbsp;are primary care doctors, which is something to keep in mind if you intend to specialize. Both MD and DO graduates can expect to benefit from a rapidly expanding job market. Note that MD physicians have full practice rights globally (subject to licensing requirements), while DO degrees are recognized by roughly 50 countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_MD_and_DO_graduates_expect_similar_salaries\"><\/span>Can MD and DO graduates expect similar salaries?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Though primary care physicians are in great demand, they tend to take home lower salaries than their specialist counterparts; as mentioned, most DO physicians are primary care doctors. However, when controlling for factors like specialty, years of experience, and location, MD and DO physicians make comparable salaries. In other words, the main differentiator is the residency program you match into and the board certification it enables you to get. Both MD and DO physicians can expect to make higher salaries as specialists than as primary care physicians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_differences_in_patient_care_between_MD_and_DO\"><\/span>What are the differences in patient care between MD and DO?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Osteopathic medical schools emphasize a holistic, \u201cwhole-person approach\u201d to patient care, enhanced by additional training in OMM. The American Osteopathic Association highlights&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/osteopathic.org\/what-is-osteopathic-medicine\/what-is-a-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">its focus on prevention<\/a>. In comparison, the allopathic approach to healthcare centers on the usage of drugs and surgery to treat disease. While a holistic approach to medicine takes into account a patient\u2019s lifestyle and environment, the allopathic approach focuses more on addressing symptoms using medical interventions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As previously mentioned, however, DO and MD curricula are nearly identical save for OMM; practicing physicians can treat their patients as they see fit. MD physicians may choose to take a more holistic approach to patient care, while DO physicians can apply their allopathic training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"701\" height=\"468\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_ed5c68.png\" alt=\"Osmosis illustration of a patient with acupuncture on his back\" class=\"wp-image-718\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_ed5c68.png 701w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_ed5c68.png?resize=300,200 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MD_vs_DO_Which_should_I_pick\"><\/span>MD vs. DO: Which should I pick?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wow! There\u2019s certainly a lot to keep in mind when deciding whether to become an MD vs. DO physician. The reality is, the right choice is specific to your personal circumstances.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you find OMM fascinating and want to incorporate it into your practice? Is your MCAT score exceptionally high? Are you looking to specialize or practice in a particular location?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only you can answer those questions. The good news is, you\u2019ve taken an excellent first step to making the right choice: reading this guide and getting educated about your options. The road ahead will be challenging, but with informed decision-making, it\u2019ll be exceptionally rewarding as well.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T201326.103.png\" alt=\"Osmosis ad\" class=\"wp-image-719\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T201326.103.png 700w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/2024-09-02T201326.103.png?resize=300,107 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>* The United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE\u00ae) is a joint program of the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB\u00ae) and National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME\u00ae). Osmosis is not affiliated with NBME nor FSMB.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>** COMLEX-USA\u00ae is a registered trademark of the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners, Inc. (NBOME). Osmosis is not affiliated with NBOME.<\/em><em><strong><em>Try Osmosis today! Access your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/login?type=create\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">free trial<\/a>&nbsp;and find out why millions of clinicians and caregivers love learning with us.<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The journey to becoming a doctor certainly isn\u2019t an easy one, and part of the challenge is navigating different paths. As a prospective doctor, you likely want to know whether you should pursue a DO vs. MD degree. 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