Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX USA) Practice

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What milestone occurred in 1892 related to the American School of Osteopathy?

First state license issued to D.O.'s
First class at American School of Osteopathy
Establishment of the Flexner Report
Louisiana accepts COMLEX

The correct answer is: First class at American School of Osteopathy

In 1892, the American School of Osteopathy, founded by Andrew Taylor Still in Kirksville, Missouri, opened its doors for the very first class. This marked a significant milestone in the history of osteopathic medicine, as it represented the formal establishment of this new medical discipline focused on a holistic approach to patient care and the musculoskeletal system. This school was the first of its kind, paving the way for the education and training of osteopathic physicians, who would go on to earn the Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) degree. This development was crucial in differentiating osteopathy from traditional allopathic medicine and helped establish the framework for the growth of osteopathic schools and practices in the United States. While the issuance of state licenses for D.O.s and other milestones such as the Flexner Report were important developments in the evolution of osteopathic medicine, they happened after the founding of the American School of Osteopathy, making the establishment of the very first class in 1892 a foundational event.