American Academy of Osteopathy

American Academy of
Osteopathy

Abbreviation	AAO
Formation	1937
Type	Professional association
Headquarters	Indianapolis, IN
Location	United States
Official language	English
President	Paul R. Rennie, DO, FAAO
President-Elect	Richard G. Schuster, DO
Secretary/Treasurer	Judith A. O'Connell, DO, FAAO
Immediate Past President	Kendi L. Hensel, DO, PhD, FAAO
Website	www.academyofosteopathy.org
Formerly called	Academy of Applied Osteopathy

Osteopathic medicine in the United States
Andrew Taylor Still (founder)
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The American Academy of Osteopathy (AAO) is a non-profit organization for osteopathic medical education. Members include osteopathic physicians and medical students, supporters and affiliates, sponsors, and international members.^[1]

The mission of the AAO is to teach, advocate, and research the science, art, and philosophy of osteopathic medicine, emphasizing the integration of osteopathic principles, practice, and manipulative treatment in patient care.^[1]