Can a DO prescribe medications?

Answer:
A DO, or Osteopathic physician, is a fully licensed physician or surgeon, and can prescribe medications. An Osteopathic physician also has additional training in the musculoskeletal system and manipulation, so this is an additional modality for treatment he has at his disposal, if he deems it would be beneficial.
In the US, a DO is the legal and professional equivalent of an MD.
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