Midwestern University Multi-Specialty Clinic NNM/OMN Residency Program

Midwestern University Multi-Specialty Clinic Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Manipulative Medicine

Welcome to the official website for the Midwestern University Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine Residency in Glendale, Arizona. If you are interested in learning about our program or are ready to submit an application, you are in the right place. Our program offers one of the largest residency faculty in the nation with a diverse skillset to help you develop proficiency in your treatment of patients and in preparation for your AOBNMM board examination. All of our residents serve as teaching clinical faculty in the university’s OMM Department as Clinical Assistant Professors. Residents are truly considered part of our close-knit osteopathic family and serve an important teaching role both academically and in the clinic and hospital settings. Our campus and clinic provide an ideal learning environment, and our library offers a large array of osteopathic resources both online and in print. Our residents are taught OMM skills by residency faculty and are taught anatomy by PhD anatomists in the university’s cadaver lab. Research opportunities are available based on resident interest. I am most proud of the friendly work environment and the diverse faculty skillset offered at our residency. I hope you will consider interviewing with our program. I am confident that you will not be disappointed.

Our Mission

The mission of MWU ONMM3 Residency is to provide residents with an additional year of training focused on the philosophy, principles and practice of Osteopathy, while instilling the highest professional standards as clinicians, scholars, and leaders in the field of Neuromusculoskeletal and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine.

Program Aims

Trains residents for proficiency in each method of manipulative medicine, including additional approaches in Still Technique, Facilitated Position Release, Functional, Visceral, Chapman’s Reflexes and Fulford’s Percussion.
Develop essential psychological and interpersonal skills necessary for effective communication with patients, family, colleagues, and other members of the healthcare team.

Program Director

Gary Gailius, DO, program director of the ONMM-3 Residency, has been working with resident and medical student education at Midwestern University and Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine since 2012. He is a graduate of MWU-AZCOM in 2009 and the NMM/OMM Residency Program at St Barnabas Hospital in 2012. His professional experience includes designing the current residency curriculum and participating as residency faculty for over 9 years. He has also been course director for the OMS-2, OMS-3, and OMS-4 osteopathic courses throughout the last 8 years. In addition, Dr. Gailius has practiced OMM at the MWU multispecialty clinic since 2012, focusing on cranial osteopathy, prolotherapy/PRP, and sports medicine. He is a member of the AOA, AAO, AOMA, AOAPRM, and Cranial Academy.

Scope of Training

Become proficient in each method of manipulative medicine. As recently delineated (3rd ed of Foundations of Osteopathic Medicine, edited by AG Chila, 2011), these will include the traditional approaches to: Muscle Energy, Strain-Counterstrain, Myofascial Release, High Velocity Low Amplitude (HVLA), Osteopathy in the Cranial Field, Soft Tissue/Articulatory, and Lymphatics. Additional approaches will include contemporary approaches: Still Technique, Facilitated Position Release, Functional, Visceral, Chapman’s Reflexes and Fulford’s Percussion. This will include the enhancement of observation, palpatory & structural diagnostic and manipulative treatment skills, problem solving, and development of an appropriate treatment plan.
Perform a critical appraisal of medical literature and research in OMM. A publishable work will be written and submitted for review by the program faculty at end of residency training.
Actively participate in the hospital and OMM specialty clinic, which will include preparation of and attendance at lectures, Journal Club, case presentations, and workshops in conjunction with the AZCOM OMM Dept.
Develop essential psychological and interpersonal skills necessary for effective communication with patients, family, colleagues, and other members of the healthcare team.

Curriculum

Rotation Block Schedule

ROTATION DESCRIPTION	REQUIRED TIME
ONMM Required rotations: Inpatient hospital rotation will include a variety of Internal Medicine/General Surgery/OB/GYN and Pediatrics	2 rotations, 4 weeks each
ONMM Selective rotations: Neurology Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation MSK Radiology Sports Medicine Podiatry	4 weeks
NMM Elective rotation: Residents can select among a menu of elective activities to include: (Locations: MWUMC: Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinic, Local Physician Groups) Academic/Teaching Outpatient ONMM Pediatrics OB/GYN Rheumatology Pain Management	4 weeks

Core Didactics

OMM Focus of the Day
Anatomy
Osteopathic Principles & Practices
Osteopathic History
NMM Board Review
OMM Board Review
OMM Skills Lab
Other

Benefits & Resources

Salary & Benefits

Program	2023-2024 Salary	PTO/Wellness Days
PGY4	$74,000	15/5

Education Fund/Allowance

Book allowance	$250
Conference Registration	$950
Travel allowance	$525

Uniform Allowance

$125

Insurance Offered

Health Insurance	Employee Assistance Program
Dental Insurance	Disability Insurance
Vision Insurance	Professional Liability Insurance

Paid Dues & Fees

AAO
License
In-Training Exam

Educational Resources

MWU:
24-hour library access with professional librarian assistance
Well-being Index
MWU State-of-the-Art Simulation Center
AMA GME competency based online modules
CANVAS distance education
Behavioral Health
Scholarly/Research support
IRB/Statistician

Program Specific
AAO Annual Convocation

Participating Sites

Midwestern University Multi-Specialty Clinic
Abrazo Central Campus
Active Life and Pain Center
One Medical Group of AZ
Barrow Neurological Institute at St Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center
Sun Radiology

Faculty Composites

Stephanie Brown, DO

Faculty

Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinic

Nate Nakken, DO

Faculty

Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinic

Katherine Worden, DO

Faculty

Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinic

Ombudsperson Resource

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Future Residents

Selection criteria for all resident trainees are in compliance with American Osteopathic Association (AOA), American Academy of Osteopathy (AAO) and Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) requirements.

Must be a graduate from an Osteopathic medical school in the United States accredited by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) or must be a graduate from a medical school in the United States and Canada accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME).
Successfully complete an AOA or ACGME accredited residency program in another specialty.
Be a member in good standing with the AOA, AAO and ACGME.
Conform to the Code of Ethics of the AOA and ACGME.
Eligible for appropriate AZ state licensure
Submit application and documents.
1. Personal statement
2. Three letters of recommendation
3. MSPE
4. Medical school transcripts
5. Residency Certificate
6. Residency Summative/Final Evaluation
7. Curriculum Vitae
8. Comlex I, II, and III or
9. USMLE 1, 2, and 3
10. Milestone profile
11. Verification of residency
12. Photograph

To Learn More:

Maren Reese
mreese@midwestern.edu
Tel 623.572.3854

Our Location

Midwestern University Multi-Specialty Clinic
19389 N 59th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308