Districts
Officers
Joseph F. Pietrolungo, DO
President
Mark J. Tereletsky, DO
Secretary
Schield M. Wikas, DO
Treasurer
David A. Bitonte, DO
Past President
James R. Pritchard, DO
Member At-Large
Gregory Hill, DO
State Trustee
Douglas W. Harley, DO
OOA President
Events
January 24 - 25, 2025
Musculoskeletal Manipulation Course: Approaching Musculoskeletal Problems Using Osteopathic Medicine
CME Event
Akron/Canton District 8
Contact Information:
Gabriele Bryant, Executive Director
497 Thayer Place
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 608-7647 - cell phone
(888) 268-6773 - fax
District News
OOA Engages Vuma Business Solutions for Strategic Modernization Project
Collaboration to Elevate Operations, Amplify Marketing Impact, and Drive Organizational Growth
A three-phase project, it is designed to assess, strategize, and enhance operational frameworks and marketing communications and to position the organization for future growth and continued excellence.
New President Installed
Douglas W. Harley, DO, of Fowler, is the OOA president for 2024-2025. He was installed at a special luncheon during the Ohio Osteopathic Symposium, April 18-21, in Columbus.
Happy Quasquicentennial!
Marking a Milestone
On New Year’s Eve 1898, a group of DOs celebrated the new year in Columbus and toasted to their new professional group: the Ohio Society for the Advancement of Osteopathy. Today, 125 years later, the OOA is proud to celebrate this milestone by remembering the distinguished past that paved the way to a dynamic future.
$125 for the 125th
Marking a Milestone
Watching the Courts
Advocacy is an important mission of the OOA. But advocacy doesn't pertain only to legislative issues.
OOA Launches New Wellness Series
Mindfulness Mondays Focus on Self-Care
Mindfulness is the practice of purposely focusing your attention on the present moment—and accepting it without judgment. The concept of mindfulness has been found to be a key element in stress reduction and overall happiness.
Buy a Coat, Welcome a New Student
New OOF Fund Established for White Coat Sponsorship
The OOA and its foundation (the Ohio Osteopathic Foundation) has a new program to help you connect with the newest members of the Ohio osteopathic family. Purchase a white coat for an incoming student!
