Overview
Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Doctors of osteopathic medicine
Diagnose disorders and injuries of the musculoskeletal, circulatory and nervous systems
Treat patients with manipulative therapy, medications or surgery.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
$36,973
$71,500
$124,000
Job openings
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Strong job outlook
British Columbia
162expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
Doctors of osteopathic medicine
A bachelor's degree is required for admission to a doctor of osteopathic medicine program.
A four-year program in osteopathic medicine leading to a doctor of osteopathy degree and a minimum three-year medical residency are required. These qualifications are obtained in the United States.
Additional information
Doctors of osteopathic medicine may obtain a licence as general practitioners.
Certification requirements
Mandatory: You need the following certifications to practice as Doctors of osteopathic medicine in B.C.
- Registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia - Osteopaths
- Completion of the certifying examinations of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada - Osteopaths
Optional: The following certifications are optional to practice as Doctors of osteopathic medicine in B.C.
- Membership with Osteopathy British Columbia
- Registration with the British Columbia Osteopathic Association
Registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia - Osteopaths
Please confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.
To practice as a doctor of osteopathic medicine in BC, you must register with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia. Eligibility is achieved by graduating from an accredited medical school, writing the Medical Council of Canada qualifying exams, and completing a residency program.
Completion of the certifying examinations of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada - Osteopaths
Please confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.
To practice as a doctor of osteopathic medicine, you must complete the certifying examinations of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Eligibility is achieved through successful completion of a recognized program and the certifying examinations.
Membership with Osteopathy British Columbia
Please confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.
To practice as a doctor of osteopathic medicine in BC, you may choose to register with Osteopathy British Columbia. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from a full-time, 4-year osteopathy program or equivalent.
Registration with the British Columbia Osteopathic Association
Please confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.
To practice as a doctor of osteopathic medicine, you may choose to register with the British Columbia Osteopathic Association. Eligibility is achieved by holding an osteopathic degree conferred by a COCA accredited College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Post-secondary programs in B.C.
No programs available in B.C.
There are currently no programs offered at public post-secondary institutions in BC that will qualify you for this career. Please see the British Columbia Osteopathic Association website for other options.