Texas Senate Bill SR588

Texas 2015 - 84th Regular

Caption

Proclaiming April 19 through 25, 2015, as Texas Osteopathic Medicine Week.

Impact

The resolution serves to honor and support osteopathic practitioners, underlining the importance of their unique methods in diagnosing and treating patients, which includes the use of osteopathic manipulative treatment. By designating a week to highlight these contributions, the resolution seeks to enhance public awareness regarding osteopathic medicine and its practitioners in Texas. It promotes appreciation for their efforts in preventative care and community health.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 588 recognizes the contributions of the Texas Osteopathic Medical Association (TOMA) and proclaims April 19 through 25, 2015, as Texas Osteopathic Medicine Week. This resolution comes in the context of TOMA's ongoing mission to promote healthcare excellence and advance the principles of osteopathic medicine. The resolution acknowledges the vital role osteopathic physicians play in the health care of Texans and enforces the significance of their philosophy which emphasizes a holistic approach to medicine.

Contention

The resolution does not appear to have any notable points of contention, as it celebrates a professional group and their contributions to healthcare. However, discussions around such recognitions typically involve varying opinions on the prominence given to different medical disciplines within the overall healthcare framework. Any opposition would likely arise from differing views on the integration of osteopathic practices in broader medical communities.